Adult Academic Teacher - Stroke and Brain Injury Survivors Class

POSITION AVAILABLE Adult Basic Education Teacher for Stroke and Brain Injury Survivors Class Crystal Learning Center, Adult Academic Program Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Fridays 9:00 am - 11:30 pm, plus 1.5 hrs weekly for recruitment Salary and benefits based on Appendix E of the Teacher Contract Reports to the Adult Basic Education Program Director Primary Function Designs and implements in person and online academic instruction for adult students with strokes or brain injuries with skill levels below grade 12. RELATIONSHIPS Reports to the program directorDirects the daily activities of assigned support staff and volunteers in accordance with established policyInteracts positively with all students and staffMaintains working relationships with professionals in outside agencies that serve individuals with strokes and brain injuries - Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance, Minnesota Stroke Association, Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, MnCAN, hospital stroke programs, correctional facilities, etc.Collaborates with PANDA and MDE as necessaryMaintains communication with families and guardians of students Responsibilities Facilitates orientation process for prospective students - interview, registration, testingAdministers pre and post testing of studentsImplements and maintains Distance Learning opportunities for studentsMaintains student recordsMaintains confidentiality, including of registration and testing materialsAssists adult students in developing and fulfilling personal learning plansChooses and/or designs instructional activities relevant to studentsMasters skills and content required for successful teaching in a class formatBuilds rapport between staff and studentsMaintains student and program recordsCollaborates with client services provided by agencies serving adults with stroke and brain injuriesCoordinates and assists with student rides, as necessary, such as Metro MobilityMarkets and publicizes the class to the wider community (presentations, newsletters, etc.)Participates in professional development to build knowledge of strokes and brain injuriesGives input on all aspects of program implementationOrganizes and implements instructional programming for assigned participants in accordance with program, district and state guidelinesServes as spokesperson for the programTakes a leadership role in the stroke and brain injury community and presents at professional conferencesCooperates with other agencies providing services to adults with physical disabilitiesDevelops effective individualized and group instruction, both in-person and onlineMaintains good working relationships with adult students, professional colleagues and support staffTakes a leadership role in the stroke and brain injury community and presents at professional conferences Qualifications Holds a current Minnesota teaching license. Certification in one or more of the following areas is desirable: elementary education, special education Reading, English, 7-12, socials studies, 7-12, or math, 7-12Has had successful teaching experienceComfortable teaching basic math and life skills mathDemonstrates good oral and written communication skillsEnjoys working within a professional teaching teamAppreciates the opportunity to interact with persons from differing ethnic, social economic backgrounds and disabilitiesHas the flexibility and creativity to accept a constantly changing student populationIs open to new educational practicesDemonstrates knowledge of how to incorporate educational technology into instructionAbility to earn Certified Brain Injury Specialist certification from the Brain Injury Association of America APPLICATION PROCEDURE Apply on-line at www.applitrack.com/rdale/onlineapp POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED Equal Opportuniy Employer Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. Equity is one of District 281 core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District 281 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance. Anh Tran Human Resources Program Director 4148 Winnetka Avenue North New Hope, MN 55427