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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Operations/HR Coordinator

JobID: 273

Position Type:
  Administration


Date Posted:
  3/31/2025


Location:
  Lakes Country Service Cooperative


Date Available:
  ASAP


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations/HR Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you'll play a vital role in supporting our mission of providing quality, innovative services that empower our members, which include schools, cities, counties, and non-profit organizations across Minnesota.

Key Responsibilities:
• HR Onboarding and Orientation: Lead the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new LCSC team members, ensuring a smooth transition and fostering a positive first impression.
• Project Management: Oversee various HR and operations projects, including managing First Reports and OSHA 300 reporting, coordinating professional development and safety training, and maintaining current job descriptions.
• Service: Stay informed on HR and operations regulations, and assist with the implementation of new laws and procedures that support and serve LCSC employees.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with the Operations and Finance staff, fostering open communication and efficient workflow.
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or higher
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a complex administrative environment, preferably with human resources or operations experience
• Experience working in teams both as a team member and a team lead
• Experience in project management, or the ability to learn formal project management skills
• Commitment to confidentiality and data security
• Collaborative and communicative working style
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, plus a variety of other required agency software.
• Must be able to maintain a valid drivers’ license and a safe driving record.
 Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off.
• Salary Range:  $55,000 -$68,000.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment with a mission-driven organization.
• Potential for professional growth and development within a growing organization.
To Apply: 
 Submit an application online at https://www.applitrack.com/lakescountry/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
 
About Lakes Country Service Cooperative:
Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is a public, non-profit, membership-based organization dedicated to providing quality, innovative services that empower our members to succeed. Established in 1976, we've grown to serve over 130 members in our original nine-county region and reach hundreds more through partnerships. We advocate for strong communities through service and leadership.  
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.   

 
 


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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Statewide COMPASS Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Lead

JobID: 274

Position Type:
  Education


Date Posted:
  4/2/2025


Location:
  Hybrid


Date Available:
  07/01/2025


Closing Date:
  04/18/2025


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The Minnesota Service Cooperatives are seeking applicants for three open positions for Statewide COMPASS Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Leads. This hybrid position offers a flexible work location. This position may be hosted by any of the nine Minnesota Service Cooperatives.

Job Description:
The Statewide COMPASS ECSC Leads are federally funded positions that work to support statewide ECSE efforts as part of Minnesota’s comprehensive system of personnel development within the Collaborative Minnesota Partnerships to Advance Student Success (COMPASS) network between the Minnesota Service Cooperatives (MSC) and the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). This statewide position may be hosted by any of the nine (9) Minnesota Service Cooperatives. The Statewide COMPASS ECSE Lead is both a specialist in early intervention (EI) and ECSE and a member of a statewide team of COMPASS specialists that focus on other student groups and content areas. The Statewide COMPASS ECSE Lead ensures inclusion of EI/ECSE students as part of the broader statewide and regional COMPASS systems during continuous improvement discussions and decision-making. Under the direction of MDE in coordination with DCYF, the Statewide COMPASS ECSE Lead will support the implementation of MDE and DCYF identified state-level requirements and initiatives. The Statewide COMPASS ECSE Lead will also establish and maintain relationships with ECSE program leadership and foster connections and collaboration among local program leaders throughout Minnesota. Please see the attached job description for further details.

Requirements and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in special education, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in district/charter early childhood special education programs
• Current teaching license
• Valid MN Driver’s License and ability to travel to required worksites and meetings
 
Preferred Requirements:
• Master’s or other advanced degree in related education field (school administration, curriculum and instruction, special education, etc.)
• Early childhood special education district/charter leadership or administrator experience, which includes supporting and guiding teams at the systems-level within strategic planning and implementation
• Extensive experience (5-7) years in school and/or district leadership
• Current administrative license
 
Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000, negotiable (260 days annually)
 
Benefits: Benefits may include vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time off, health, vision, and dental plans, 403B, and TRA retirement savings. Benefits will vary depending on the host service cooperative.

Position Location: This hybrid position offers a flexible work location. This position may be hosted by any of the nine Minnesota Service Cooperatives.  
 
How to Apply: Please submit an online application at www.lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities. Posting closes April 18, 2025.
 
For additional information, please contact:
Josh Nelson, Deputy Director of Educational Programs
Lakes Country Service Cooperative 
jnelson@lcsc.org
218-737-6508
 
Or
 
Anne Kilzer, Executive Director
Minnesota Service Cooperatives
anne@capitolhillassoc.com
651-261-9692
 


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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Special Education Paraprofessional/Site Assistant (Alexandria)

JobID: 275

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Special Education Paraprofessonal


Date Posted:
  4/3/2025


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy -Alexandria, MN


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative, a leader in providing regional support for school districts, cities, counties, and other government agencies is looking for an individual to join our staff in Alexandria, MN at Lakes Country Academy (LCA), a setting IV program, as a Paraprofessional/Site Assistant.
 
Located in the west-central Minnesota lakes area, Lakes Country Academy (LCA) provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for students with ASD and EBD in a highly structured setting. The Paraprofessional/Site Assistant position is a dual role and requires someone who is passionate about supporting students while also ensuring the smooth daily operations of the school office. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a dynamic school environment. A typical work day is 7.25 hours per day between the hours of 8am-4pm (as set by the Site Administrator) with 182 days worked yearly.
 
Required qualifications include:
 
• High school diploma or equivalent,
• A minimum of 60 accumulated post-secondary credits, or a completed Associates (2yr) Degree, OR
• Candidates may substitute a passing score on either the ParaEducator or ParaPro exam for the post-secondary credits. The exam may be taken after hire but must be passed within 30 days of hire for continued employment. 
 
 
This position is for immediate hire. Please apply online at lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities. Include any educational transcripts, or Para testing certification obtained. 
 
Pay rate for this position starts at $18.75 per hour, with consideration for prior relevant experience. We offer sick leave, personal days, health, vision, and dental plans, 403b and PERA retirement savings. 
 
LCA is a program of Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC), a public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. 





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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Special Education Paraprofessional (Fergus Falls)

JobID: 262

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Special Education Paraprofessonal


Date Posted:
  11/14/2024


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy - Fergus Falls, MN


Date Available:
  ASAP


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We are growing and hiring a Special Education Paraprofessionals to begin immediately.  Our K-12 programs are located in Fergus Falls, and Alexandria.  Students who attend our specialized programs, present with educational and behavioral challenges who need a highly individualized environment.  Students are referred to our programs by our LCSC member school districts. 

The successful candidate will be hired to work in our Fergus Falls location with K - 12 students.  The workday is typically 6.75 hours per day between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 3:15 p.m with 180 days worked yearly. 

Experience working with students with challenging behavior is preferred, but not necessary to apply. We are looking for patient individuals who enjoy working with students and who work well with others. LCA is committed to the support and growth of our employees. On-the-job training is provided.
Required qualifications include:
 
• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 60 accumulated post-secondary credits, or a completed Associated Degree, OR,
• Candidates may substitute a  passing score on either the Paraeducator or ParaPro exam for the post-secondary credits.   The exam may be taken after hire.  It must be passed within 30 days of hire for continued employment. 
Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis.  Please apply online at www.lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities.  Include any educational transcripts, or Para testing certifications obtained.

Starting pay rate is $18.75 per hour.  We offer Sick leave, personal days, health, vision and dental plans, 403B and PERA retirement savings.

LCA is a program of Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC), a public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
 





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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Special Education Paraprofessional (Alexandria)

JobID: 267

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Special Education Paraprofessonal


Date Posted:
  1/21/2025


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy -Alexandria, MN


Date Available:
  ASAP


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We are growing and hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to begin immediately.  The successful candidate will work in our Alexandria Lakes Country Academy (LCA) location with K-6^th grade students as part of our Setting IV special education program.  LCA provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for students with ASD and EBD disabilities in a structured setting. The workday is typically 6.75 hours per day between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 3:15 p.m with 180 days worked yearly.
Experience working with students with challenging behavior is preferred, but not necessary to apply. We are looking for patient individuals who enjoy working with students and who work well with others. LCA is committed to the support and growth of our employees. On-the-job training is provided.

Required qualifications include:
 
• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 60 accumulated post-secondary credits, or a completed Associated Degree, OR,
• Candidates may substitute a  passing score on either the Paraeducator or ParaPro exam for the post-secondary credits.   The exam may be taken after hire.  It must be passed within 30 days of hire for continued employment. 
 
Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis.  Please apply online at www.lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities.  Include any educational transcripts, or Para testing certifications obtained.
Starting pay rate is $18.75 per hour.  We offer Sick leave, personal days, health, vision and dental plans, 403B and PERA retirement savings.

LCA is a program of Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC), a public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.





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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Special Education Teacher - ASD (Fergus Falls, MN)

JobID: 271

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Special Education Teacher


Date Posted:
  3/6/2025


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy - Fergus Falls, MN


Date Available:
  2025/2026


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative, is growing and hiring Special Education Teachers to join our staff at Lakes Country Academy, a level IV program, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Students with Unique Needs (SUN) program is looking for a licensed teacher for the 25-26 school year. 
 
Located in the west-central Minnesota lakes area, Lakes Country Academy (LCA) provides specialized services to students who are referred by their resident school district. LCA provides an integrated and collaborative approach where teachers and staff work collaboratively to teach academic and/or functional skills, workability/employability skills, and integrates social emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, and positive behavior regulation skills into day-to-day programming. Our team consists of highly trained professionals who are supported by administration, paraprofessionals, behavior specialists (BCBA and RBTs), a school psychologist, and a school social worker. Join a staff of experienced and dedicated professionals to experience a 2:1 staff to student ratio environment with ample opportunities to truly make a difference in the lives of our youth. 
 
Minnesota Tier 3 or 4 teacher licensure in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is preferred, but the ability to obtain an Out of Field Permission endorsement to a current Minnesota teaching license will be considered as will eligibility for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 license in ASD under certain circumstances. Experience working with K-12 students complex ASD needs is preferred. 

Salary will be adjusted for license tier and years of experience as a special education teacher. Current pay range is from $47,600-76,000, depending on experience. This position includes a benefit package offering sick leave, health, vision, and dental plans, life and long-term disability insurance, 403B  and Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) retirement savings. 
 
For more information regarding the position specifications and qualifications, please send a request to adoll@lcsc.org. Please apply online at www.lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities. 
 
Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is a public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.
 
Position Location: Fergus Falls, MN 56537 
 
 





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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Special Education Teachers - (EBD, ASD) (Fergus Falls, MN)

JobID: 276

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Special Education Teacher


Date Posted:
  4/7/2025


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy - Fergus Falls, MN


Date Available:
  2025/2026


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative, has multiple positions open for Special Education Teachers to join our staff at Lakes Country Academy, a setting IV program, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota for the 2025-2026 school year.
 
Located in the west-central Minnesota lakes area, Lakes Country Academy (LCA) provides specialized services to students (K-12) who are referred by their resident school district in a highly structured setting. LCA provides an integrated and collaborative approach where teachers and staff work collaboratively to teach academic and/or functional skills, workability/employability skills, and integrates social emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, and positive behavior regulation skills into day-to-day programming. Our teaching positions available are in our "Academy Program" for students with behavior challenges and our "Students with Unique Needs" (or SUN Program) for students on the Autism spectrum. Our program teams consist of highly trained professionals who are supported by administration, paraprofessionals, behavior specialists (BCBA and RBTs), a school psychologist, and a school social worker. Join a staff of experienced and dedicated professionals to experience a nearly 2:1 staff to student ratio environment with ample opportunities to truly make a difference in the lives of our youth.
 
Minnesota Tier 3 or 4 teacher licensure in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or Emotional Behavior Disorders (EBD) is required for these positions. The ability to obtain an ASD or EBD Out of Field Permission endorsement to a current Minnesota teaching license will be considered as will eligibility for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 license in EBD and/or ASD under certain circumstances.  Experience working with K-12 students who experience challenging behaviors is preferred.
 
Salary will be adjusted for license tier, years of experience as a special education teacher, and degree held. Special Education Teacher pay range is from $47,600-80,000, depending on experience and training.   This position includes a benefit package offering sick leave, health, vision, and dental plans, life and long-term disability insurance, 403B  and Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) retirement savings.

Review of applications will begin on April 14th, 2025.

For more information regarding the position specifications and qualifications, please send a request to adoll@lcsc.org. Please apply online at www.lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities.
 
Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is a public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.
 
Position Location: Fergus Falls, MN 56537 
 
 





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Special Education Teacher - DAPE (Fergus Falls - Alexandria, MN)

JobID: 277

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Special Education Teacher


Date Posted:
  4/7/2025


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy - Fergus Falls, MN


Date Available:
  2025/2026


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative, a leader in providing regional support for school districts, cities, counties, and other government agencies is looking for a part time licensed DAPE teacher to join our staff in the 2025-26 school year at Lakes Country Academy (LCA), a regional setting IV program serving students K-12. This position is an approximately 90 day contract. 
 
Located in the west-central Minnesota lakes area, Lakes Country Academy (LCA) provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for students with ASD and EBD in a highly structured setting. The successful candidate will work with K-12th grade students with Autism Spectrum Disorders/Emotional Behavior Disorders as part of our Setting IV program. Weekly travel to LCA sites in Alexandria and Fergus Falls will be required for this position. 
Applicants should have the ability and skills to work with students who have significant social and emotional learning needs. The candidate will be expected to communicate effectively with students and co-workers and provide valuable contributions to the team process. The candidate will participate in DAPE assessments and individualizing programming for students who qualify for DAPE, consulting with LCA teachers to implement DAPE activities on the days the DAPE teacher is not on site. 
Minnesota Tier 3 or 4 teacher licensure in DAPE is required for these positions. The ability to obtain a DAPE Out of Field Permission endorsement to a current relevant Minnesota teaching license will be considered as will eligibility for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 license in PE/DAPE under very unique circumstances. Experience working with K-12 students who experience challenging behaviors is preferred.
 
Salary will be adjusted for license tier, years of experience as a DAPE teacher, and degree held. Special Education Teacher pay range is from $23,538.46 - 39,560.44, depending on experience and training. This position includes a benefit package offering sick leave, health, vision, and dental plans, life and long-term disability insurance, 403B  and Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) retirement savings.
 
For more information regarding the position specifications and qualifications, please send a request to adoll@lcsc.org. Please apply online at www.lcsc.org under Employment Opportunities.

Interviews will begin on April 14th, 2025. 
 
Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is a public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.





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Openings as of 4/15/2025

SUBSTITUTE Special Education Paraprofessional (Alexandria)

JobID: 257

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Substitute Special Education Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  10/4/2024


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy -Alexandria, MN


Date Available:
  ASAP


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We are hiring Substitute Special Education Paraprofessionals. The successful candidate will work in our Alexandria Lakes Country Academy (LCA) location with K-6^th grade students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and K-6^th grade students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) as part of our Setting IV program, called Lakes Country Academy (LCA).  LCA provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for K-12 students with ASD and EBD disabilities in a structured setting. Pay rate is $18.50 per hour.

Highly prefered qualifications include:
 
• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 60 accumulated post-secondary credits, or a completed Associated Degree, OR,
• Candidates may substitute a  passing score on either the Paraeducator or ParaPro exam for the post-secondary credits.   The exam may be taken after hire.  It must be passed within 30 days of hire for continued employment. 
 
Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our members successful. We offer a family friendly, flexible work environment, with vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time off, health, vision and dental plans, 403B and PERA retirement savings. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.
 
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SUBSTITUTE Special Education Paraprofessional (Fergus Falls)

JobID: 258

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Substitute Special Education Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  10/4/2024


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy - Fergus Falls, MN


Date Available:
  ASAP


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We are hiring Substitute Special Education Paraprofessionals. The successful candidate will work in our Fergus Falls location with K - 12 students.  grade students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and K-6^th grade students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) as part of our Setting IV program, called Lakes Country Academy (LCA).  LCA provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for K-12 students with ASD and EBD disabilities in a structured setting. Pay rate is $18.50 per hour.

Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our members successful. We offer a family friendly, flexible work environment, with vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time off, health, vision and dental plans, 403B and PERA retirement savings. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.
 
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Openings as of 4/15/2025

SUBSTITUTE Special Education Teacher (Alexandria, MN) - 2024-2025 School Year

JobID: 255

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Substitute Special Education Teacher


Date Posted:
  7/1/2024


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy -Alexandria, MN


Date Available:
  ASAP


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative is hiring Substitute Special Education Teachers,  to work in our Alexandria location with K-5^th grade students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and K-5^th grade students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) as part of our Setting IV program, called Lakes Country Academy (LCA).  LCA provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for K-12 students with ASD and EBD disabilities in a structured setting. 
A valid Minnesota teaching license or short-call substitute teaching license is required.

Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.




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SUBSTITUTE Special Education Teacher (Fergus Falls, MN)

JobID: 256

Position Type:
  Lakes Country Academy/Substitute Special Education Teacher


Date Posted:
  10/4/2024


Location:
  Lakes Country Academy - Fergus Falls, MN


Date Available:
  ASAP


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Lakes Country Service Cooperative is hiring Substitute Special Education Teachers,  to work in our Fergus Falls location with K-12^th grade students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and K-512^h grade students with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD) as part of our Setting IV program, called Lakes Country Academy (LCA).  LCA provides highly effective social skills training and highly accountable behavioral/academic programs for K-12 students with ASD and EBD disabilities in a structured setting. 

A valid Minnesota teaching license or short-call substitute teaching license is required.

Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC) is public, non-profit regional organization dedicated to providing services that help make our public and nonprofit members successful. Lakes Country Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Black/Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color to apply.




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