What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Liaison position at Intermediate School District 917?
- Supports multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and crisis management through the lens of equity for Dakota County Area Learning School (DCALS) sites. Monitors and communicates with students, staff, and families about student credits, academic progress, and post-secondary planning.
- Assists with DCALS and CTE programming such as online, independent study, and other programming needs
- Assists Principal with the development and administration of discipline practices, student conduct, and attendance policies, as well as the day-to-day operations of DCALS programming.
- Collaborates with administration and staff to coordinate social and emotional learning supports and facilitates groups, as needed.
- Promotes positive school culture and climate throughout all sites, which includes monitoring student transitions throughout the school day, conducting home visits for students, and attending Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings for students.
- Collaborates and conducts outreach with various entities, including Dakota County, Dakota County Technical College, businesses and community members to support students and families through PostSecondary Education Options (PSEO) and Early Middle College and other academic or social/emotional needs and to build business partnerships with local trade and industry companies.
- Develops recruitment and retention strategies to support a diverse student body and coordinates student enrollment and entry for Dakota County Alternative Learning Services (DCALS). Collects and analyzes data to support systemic improvement, equity, and goal setting.
- Operates District vehicles to transport DCALS students to and from various programming.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in education, or related field and considerable experience in behavior management in a learning environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree preferred.
- Masters degree in education, or related field and considerable experience in behavior management in a learning environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Special Education and Principal Licensure preferred.
- Experience in equity training and Restorative Practices.
- Enrollment in an Educational Leadership Program.
- Comprehensive knowledge of District practices regrading functional behavior assessments.
- Thorough knowledge of due process procedures; skill in identifying the behavioral management needs of individuals and/or groups and developing appropriate analysis methods for application in an academic environment.
- Skill in applying interpersonal skills, particularly related to problem solving and behavior management.
- Experience working with at-risk youth.
- Valid driver's license in the State of Minnesota.
- Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication. Basic computer and email skills.
- Frequently requires exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, standing, speaking, hearing, sitting, walking, lifting, and repetitive motions.
- Occasionally requires exertion of up to 50 pounds of force, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and crouching.
- Work has standard vision requirements.
- Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may require wearing of personal protective equipment.
- Locations are generally moderately noisy.
- Collaboration: Working together to achieve more collectively.
- Empathy: Considering and respecting the perspective and needs of member districts, students, families and staff.
- Innovation: Ongoing improvement of programs and services.
- Stewardship: Managing financial and human resources carefully and responsibly.
- Communication: Multi-dimensional, transparent conversation focused on sharing information and creating a positive learning and working environment.
- Integrity: Aligning our actions with our values and beliefs.
- Personalization: Building on the strengths and addressing the unique needs of individual students.
- Equity: Intentionally providing opportunities while removing barriers at all levels of the organization.
- Diversity: Appreciating and valuing everyone’s unique selves.
- Increase student achievement and engagement
- Support and lead staff through continuous improvement
- Deepen engagement of stakeholders through quality, equitable communication practices
- Increase social-emotional learning and skills for students and staff
- Increase support for ALL through inclusive practices
JobID: 1860
Position Type:
DCALS Home of Career and Technical Education/Secondary Technical Education
DCALS Home of Career and Technical Education/Secondary Technical Education
Date Posted:
12/16/2025
12/16/2025
Location:
Dakota County Area Learning School, Rosemount MN
Dakota County Area Learning School, Rosemount MN
Date Available:
01/05/2025
01/05/2025
INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917
POSITION OPENING
POSITION OPENING
Date Posted: December 16, 2025
Position Title: Academic Liaison
Split Assignment Location: Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount, MN within the Alternative Learning Program
Hours per Day: 8.0 (7:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.)
Schedule: Monday through Friday, following the assigned contract days (225 total days, including holidays)
Anticipated Start Date: January 5, 2025
Assignment Length: 2025-2026
Salary: Starting at $62,197 per the Dean/Liaison contract
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Principal, the Academic Liaison for Intermediate School District 917’s Dakota County Area Learning School (DCALS) will develop and maintain collaborations between students, families, ISD 917 staff and member districts, colleges and community partners in preparing students for college and careers, foster a positive school culture and climate, recruit and retain students from member districts for learning sites and programs, support students to and through high school and community college courses, compile and maintain files and records, prepare reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.. Professionalism, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach are essential when working with students to ensure their safety and growth. The Academic Liaison will be stepping into a team environment daily, where collaboration, communication, and adaptability are key to the success of the individual, the team, and the success of the students. This role is performed following District policy and State/Federal Laws.
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DISTRICT PROFILE:
Intermediate School District 917 provides special education, career & technical education (CTE), and/or alternative learning for nine member districts in the south metro. Our programs are located in more than 20 sites throughout the south metro, including Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) where our district office is located. We focus on being purposeful, personalized partners within our community as we model an innovative culture with diverse pathways serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff. The culture of ISD 917 is built on the core values of collaboration, empathy, innovation, stewardship, communication, integrity, personalization, equity, and diversity. Our programs are designed to provide high quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students. We serve students from birth through age 21 in a variety of special education programs located in multiple sites. Our CTE programs are all located at DCTC, and our alternative learning program (Dakota County Area Learning School (DCALS) has two locations, one co-located in DCTC in Rosemount and one in West St. Paul. At ISD 917, we belong to each other, and no one is invisible.
Mission (= Our Core Purpose)
In partnership with member districts, Intermediate School District 917 provides high quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students.
Vision (= What We Intend to Create)
Intermediate School District 917 models an innovative culture with diverse pathways serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff.
Core Values (= Drivers of Our Words and Actions)
Intermediate School District 917 provides special education, career & technical education (CTE), and/or alternative learning for nine member districts in the south metro. Our programs are located in more than 20 sites throughout the south metro, including Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) where our district office is located. We focus on being purposeful, personalized partners within our community as we model an innovative culture with diverse pathways serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff. The culture of ISD 917 is built on the core values of collaboration, empathy, innovation, stewardship, communication, integrity, personalization, equity, and diversity. Our programs are designed to provide high quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students. We serve students from birth through age 21 in a variety of special education programs located in multiple sites. Our CTE programs are all located at DCTC, and our alternative learning program (Dakota County Area Learning School (DCALS) has two locations, one co-located in DCTC in Rosemount and one in West St. Paul. At ISD 917, we belong to each other, and no one is invisible.
Mission (= Our Core Purpose)
In partnership with member districts, Intermediate School District 917 provides high quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students.
Vision (= What We Intend to Create)
Intermediate School District 917 models an innovative culture with diverse pathways serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff.
Core Values (= Drivers of Our Words and Actions)
Strategic Directions (= Focus of Our Improvement Efforts)
District Motto
Purposeful. Personalized. Partners.
Application Procedure: Can be completed at https://www.applitrack.com/isd917/onlineapp/
District 917’s Website: http://www.isd917.org/
jessica.huss@isd917.org
Intermediate School District 917 is an equal opportunity employer
Salary : $62,197