Behavior Support Specialist- World Learner School

Website: http://www.wlschaska.org

Description: The World Learner School is searching for a Behavior Support Specialist for the 2024-25 school year. World Learner School is a Montessori Charter School in Chaska, MN that serves children in grades 1-8. We are looking for a special education teacher to serve our elementary students in grades 1-6 for the upcoming 2024-25 school year.

Rate of pay is commensurate with the individual’s experience. The position is full time and benefit eligible.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field
• Valid Minnesota Teaching license, or ability to obtain a license

Preferred Candidates:

• Have an understanding of Montessori Philosophy
• Have an EBD credential

Insight to this position:

• Leadership position
• SEL group instruction
• Collaboration with team
• Restorative Justice Circles
• Liaison for new students
• Attendance intervention
• Family support and collaboration
• Family coaching
• No case management or due process

Benefits our school provides:

• Cafeteria benefits (you can select which you would like to have)
• PTO days (not designated sick days)
• Dog and baby friendly campus
• Sponsorship for individuals wanting Montessori Training
• Professional Development Money (and Days)

Why WLS? Here is why the staff say they love working here:

• We value staff families and want that to be a priority
• Our staff has a great amount of independence and autonomy
• Staff are part of decision making, and we make decisions collaboratively
• WLS makes impactful and quick changes to meet students needs regularly
• WLS is very child-centered and follows the needs of the individual child
• All staff and members of the WLS community have opportunities to contribute within all levels of our community
• The relationships that the WLS staff builds with students and families last a lifetime
• The WLS community is very invested and deeply loves this school

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should send a resume, two professional references, a letter of introduction, and two letters of recommendation to Melissa Bullerman, WLS Director at .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,500.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Chaska, MN 55318: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person