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Form of workUp to $10,000 Hiring and Retention Bonus Possible: through a grant from The Come Teach in Minnesota Program, licensed teachers who are American Indian or people of color and who move to Minnesota may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $5,000. A retention bonus equal to the hiring bonus may also apply. Learn more about this program here. St. Francis Public Schools is located in St. Francis, a northern suburb of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.
District Mission Statement
"Our mission is to equip all students with the knowledge and skills to empower them to achieve their dreams and full potential while becoming responsible citizens in a dynamic world."
District Information
St. Francis Area Schools is located in northern Anoka County and southern Isanti County. We are a rural/suburban district, covering 165 square miles with our early childhood center, three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one ALC. Our school district annually educates more than 4,000 students and employs more than 750 staff members.
Application Procedure: To be considered for vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number. Applications received no later than November 1, 2023 will receive first consideration; out of field applicants will be considered.
Qualifications
Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education, with an ASD or ABS licensure with an emphasis with persons on The Autism Spectrum. We are looking for a team-oriented individual that is comfortable and experienced in working with students on the Autism Spectrum in a Center Based setting within one of the district's three elementary schools.
Summary of Duties
Provide direct Special Education services for students who have disabilities in a Level III Autism Program.
Work with the Special Education team to create individualized programs to meet the needs of each student.
Implement specific curriculum and instruction to students in the program to assist them in understanding their disability and to learn essential life skills.
Work with classroom teachers to facilitate opportunities for students to participate in the mainstream classroom whenever possible to facilitate strong academics.
Provide work direction and support to the Educational Assistants assigned to the program.
Communicate with families regarding students' educational programming and progress.
Develop, write and implement IEPs for assigned caseload (approximately 4-8 students).
Perform educational assessments of students as required.
Knowledge of the process for completing Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (PBIPs) to address challenging behaviors.
Experience with providing specialized instruction focusing on delays in the areas of social interaction, communication, and restricted, repetitive, and stereotyped patterns of behaviors, interests and special activities.
Experience with curriculums and evidence based practices that focus on social cognition, communication, and self awareness.
The duty day is Monday-Friday, 7:50 am - 3:50 pm, 186 contract days per year (includes professional development time).
Salary
Based on the current Teacher Work Agreement, will negotiate based on qualifications/years of experience.
Job Description
Teachers-Special Education Teacher
For more information about this Special Education Teacher position, you can also contact Adrienne Lewis (Program Supervisor) at 763-753-7013.
The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
