About The Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative:
The Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative (CVSEC) serves the vibrant Minnesota communities of Faribault, Medford, Northfield, and Owatonna. We offer a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a collaborative and compassionate environment.
At Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative, you’ll find:
- A team-oriented and supportive culture: Work alongside committed educators and staff passionate about helping every student succeed.
- Specialized and impactful programming: Contribute to our innovative programs where students with unique needs receive the education and support they deserve.
- Opportunities for growth and development: Advance your career through professional development, training, and wellness resources designed to help you thrive.
- A commitment to student success: Join a community that believes all students can achieve their best when given the right tools and support.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference in students’ lives, we invite you to join our team at CVSEC. Together, we’re building brighter futures every day!
Position Overview:
The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes:- All students can and will learn, and their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control.
- You can work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting students' needs, interests, and aspirations.
- You want to work with staff to continuously improve practices that enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for student success.
Primary Responsibilities:
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:- Conduct assessments to evaluate a student's physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities.
- Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
- Design and implement therapy programs to improve motor skills, sensory processing, and adaptive functioning.
- Set goals with measurable outcomes that align with educational objectives and support student learning.
- Provide interventions that help improve fine motor skills (e.g., handwriting, cutting with scissors) and gross motor skills (e.g., coordination, balance).
- Promote self-regulation techniques for students who struggle with emotional or sensory regulation.
- Help students with organizational skills and routines, such as using visual schedules, breaking tasks into manageable steps, and maintaining focus.
- Provide guidance and training for staff members on supporting students' sensory or physical needs in the classroom.
- Track and document progress to ensure that students are meeting therapy goals.
- Prepare reports for IEP meetings, progress meetings, and communication with parents.
- Assess sensory processing issues and provide strategies to help students better respond to sensory stimuli in the classroom environment.
- When necessary, create sensory-friendly spaces within the school setting and provide tools and techniques for students to manage sensory sensitivities.
- Recommend and train students on using assistive technology tools, such as communication devices, specialized keyboards, or software, to aid learning.
- Ensure that technology is integrated into the classroom to facilitate student participation and independence.
- Facilitate peer interactions and teach skills such as turn-taking, sharing, and appropriate communication to support students' social skills.
- Help students build self-confidence and resilience in school-related tasks.
Preferences:
We strongly prefer candidates who have excellent collaboration skills with colleagues and an enthusiasm for working with students.
Qualifications: - Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Valid state licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience working with children in a school or pediatric setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
- Commitment to all students' education, creative planning and organizational skills, and highly effective interpersonal skills.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is based on the CVSEC Master Agreement, with a range of $52,522- $94,864. Your initial placement depends on your qualifications, including education and years of experience.
We are proud to offer our employees a wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, free telehealth options through HealthiestYou, an employee assistance program, and retirement contributions.
How to Apply:
The position will remain open until filled.
Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at: http://www.applitrack.com/cannonvalleyspecialed/onlineapp.
Salary: Based on CVSEC Master Agreement
Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative, ISD 6094-52, is an equal-opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
