Independent School District

Other Non-Licensed Positions/Student Support Specialist. District 196 is seeking a culturally competent Student Support Specialist to support students in developing social and emotional skills that align with district 196 values of respect, determination, relationships and student scholarship.. The Student Support Specialist works in collaboration with the administrative team to provide academic and behavior support by developing and maintaining an atmosphere focused on personal growth and achieving success for each student.. Four-year degree (or near completion), with relevant coursework and experience in Education, Counseling, Restorative Justice, Social Work or Youth Development.. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees.

student support specialist

Position Type:
Other Non-Licensed Positions/Student Support Specialist Date Posted:
7/12/2024 Location:
Eastview High School Closing Date:
07/26/2024 Description:
8 hrs/day, 10 month full time
Office hours and evenings and weekends as necessary Effective Date of Employment:
Beginning of the 2024-25 school year Application Deadlines:
July 26, 2024 - 4:00 p.m. Application Procedures:
All Candidates: Apply on-line at www.district196.org as an External applicant. Overview: District 196 is seeking a culturally competent Student Support Specialist to support students in developing social and emotional skills that align with district 196 values of respect, determination, relationships and student scholarship. The Student Support Specialist works in collaboration with the administrative team to provide academic and behavior support by developing and maintaining an atmosphere focused on personal growth and achieving success for each student. Responsibilities: Assists students in establishing high standards of conduct by supporting the school wide positive behavior intervention support system.
Supervise students and promote a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning community.
Empower students to identify and manage emotions, resolve conflicts, build positive relationships, and develop problem-solving skills.
Supports students with peer and teacher relationships, conflict resolution, goal setting, college career planning and coping strategies.
Develop and implement both individual and small-group interventions that help students build relationships and/or restore relationships, school connectedness, and the confidence to overcome challenges.
Coach students to set, track, and achieve individual and group goals (academic, behavioral, college and career).
Plan, lead and facilitate active and highly engaging educational, leadership, and enrichment activities for students and staff.
Assists with attendance, truancy and security issues.
Collaborate with staff and provide expertise to address and redirect challenging behaviors through restorative practice.
Engage with parents/guardians and teachers to support consistent social and emotional learning and development at home and in the classroom.
Collaborate with administration, faculty and staff and provide recommendations to address and redirect challenging behaviors that affect student learning.
Engage with parents/guardians and teachers to support consistent academic growth, social and emotional learning and development at home and in the classroom. Qualifications: Four-year degree (or near completion), with relevant coursework and experience in Education, Counseling, Restorative Justice, Social Work or Youth Development.
Ability to work in a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, and empowering manner with students from diverse backgrounds.
Bi-lingual preferred; Spanish and/or Somali.
Strong organizational skills with good attention to detail and time management.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and handle stressful situations.
Experience with restorative practice
Volunteer management experience preferred.
Driver's license, clean driving record, insurance and vehicle for work purposes.
Experience with AVID strategies
Trauma-informed practices
Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred. Responsible To:
School Principal Compensation:
Non-Licensed Specialist - Salary in the range of $50,615 - $56,238 (2024-25 salary range), based on 185 days @ 8 hrs./day
Includes an excellent benefits program, opportunities for ongoing professional development and meaningful work in a supportive and dynamic school community. In District 196, the sky's the limit for students and employees. That's because our committed team of employees is dedicated to the mission of educating, developing and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our whole child, "Triple-A" approach provides students and staff opportunities to learn, grow and pursue their infinite possibilities in academics, the arts and athletics. District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employer and how likely they would be to recommend their employer to others. District 196 has 19 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school for students with special emotional and behavioral needs, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for lifelong learners of all ages. Equal Opportunity Employer
As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups. The Director of Human Resources, Shelly Monson (651-423-7859 - shelly.monson@district196.org) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 - jeremy.sorenson@district196.org) and the Director of Secondary Education, Michael Bolsoni (651-423-7712 - Michael.Bolsoni@district196.org) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 - janet.fimmen@district196.org) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

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