Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning.  Provide instructional support to and develop capacity of special education staff, in collaboration with Student Service Coordinators, building administrators, teachers and other stakeholders, to meet system-wide and local school initiatives to ensure equitable student achievement gains; support the effective completion of due process for each scholar receiving special education services; provide strategic leadership support and collaboration to special education teachers and teams; support scholar engagement and ensure scholars receive education in the Least Restrictive Environment; monitor scholar progress and applying appropriate supports and interventions; make appropriate and equitable use of services, resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district, Student Services Department, and school for which employed; maintain contact and communication with staff, administrators, colleagues, scholars, and guardians/caregivers; collaborate within and across departments, programs, and sites; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous support when applicable. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district, department, and /or program at the discretion of the supervisor.   Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview   Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position. Current site assignment include Rice Lake Elementary and Cedar Island Elementary (subject to change)    Special Education Building Coordinator (SEBC)   Minimum qualifications include:   Bachelor’s Degree required. Experience in special education, preferably a minimum of five years; demonstrated leadership experience with adults. Valid Minnesota special education license in appropriate field or valid license in a related service area, MN teaching license in appropriate field, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission. If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 2 License.   Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License   Preferred qualifications include:   Master's Degree in Special Education preferred.      Bargaining unit: Teachers  Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page FTE: 1.0 - 196 Days/year assigned at the elementary level Desired Start Date: January 2025   Osseo Area Schools offers:  Meaningful and impactful work  Opportunities to grow professionally A variety of benefits Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals Summer opportunities and more    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:   Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.  Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.   Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.   Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR@district279.org or call 763-391-7007.  Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:   Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
