Current Openings
DCD Teacher - Hinckley Elementary School
Hinckley Elementary School is seeking a full-time DCD teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. Ideal candidates should have experience programming for students with needs from mild/moderate to severe/profound and experience teaching transition skills such as independent living, social skills, and work skills. A MN Teacher License is required. Strong benefits package and professional development offered. See Master Agreement for salary and contract information. Posting is open until March 28, 2023.
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, license, transcript and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application material to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Hinckley Elementary School is seeking a full-time DCD teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. Ideal candidates should have experience programming for students with needs from mild/moderate to severe/profound and experience teaching transition skills such as independent living, social skills, and work skills. A MN Teacher License is required. Strong benefits package and professional development offered. See Master Agreement for salary and contract information. Posting is open until March 28, 2023.
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, license, transcript and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application material to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Special Education Teachers 1.0 FTE at Hinckley-Finlayson High School
JOB DESCRIPTION: Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking two 1.0 Special Education Teachers for the 2023-2024 school year.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
• Work with a variety of students within any disability area
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to create thorough lesson plans and implement them effectively
• Must be able to do assessments for purposes of determining special education eligibility
• Must have good data collection expertise and the ability to monitor student progress
• Must be a good collaborator and team player
• Must be able to work with and supervise paraprofessionals
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts, license and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application materials to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Please see Master Agreement for salary and contract information.
Posting open until March 28, 2023.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking two 1.0 Special Education Teachers for the 2023-2024 school year.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current MN Licensure in Special Education for DCD/ASD and/or SLD preferred
- Current MN Licensure in Special Education for any other field will be considered
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
• Work with a variety of students within any disability area
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to create thorough lesson plans and implement them effectively
• Must be able to do assessments for purposes of determining special education eligibility
• Must have good data collection expertise and the ability to monitor student progress
• Must be a good collaborator and team player
• Must be able to work with and supervise paraprofessionals
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts, license and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application materials to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Please see Master Agreement for salary and contract information.
Posting open until March 28, 2023.
Social Worker - Hinckley-Finlayson School
Beginning with the 2023-2024 School Year, Hinckley-Finlayson Public Schools is looking to hire a full-time Social Worker to work for our schools.
Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Major Responsibilities:
Performs difficult professional work appraising and meeting sociological needs of individual students; supporting and assisting families, providers and school staff in this area; coordinating attendance and other student services, and related work as apparent or assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
Thorough knowledge of social, economic and health problems; general knowledge of social institutions and the methods of the helping process; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior; thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, methods and techniques used for assessing sociological needs of individual students; thorough knowledge of federal and state mandates and local procedures and regulations relating to social and community support programs; general knowledge of standard computer equipment and applicable hardware and software; comprehensive skill communicating both orally and in writing; ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, teachers and administrators; ability to plan and organize work and to understand and interpret laws, policies and regulations; ability to identify social problems and needs to assess the ability of individuals and families to utilize services in problem-solving; ability to work with and through other school personnel, parents and community agencies; ability to prepare reports and maintain records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates, other professional and technical staff, social agencies and the general public.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in social work, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
This posting will close at 3:30pm on March 7th, 2023.
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Beginning with the 2023-2024 School Year, Hinckley-Finlayson Public Schools is looking to hire a full-time Social Worker to work for our schools.
Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Major Responsibilities:
Performs difficult professional work appraising and meeting sociological needs of individual students; supporting and assisting families, providers and school staff in this area; coordinating attendance and other student services, and related work as apparent or assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minnesota Department of Education license in Social Work.
- Board of Social Work Social Worker license.
- Must have the ability to maintain licensure through the Board of Social Work.
- Experience working in a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
- Screens and accepts referrals for social work services; contacts staff, parents or teachers with educational or behavioral concerns.
- Conducts social service assessments; interviews clients and client groups; plans treatment and service strategies and activities; develops and presents lesson plans for individual counseling sessions.
- Conducts individual or group counseling sessions to students to assist them in meeting their educational and personal goals and needs.
- Creates and maintains various records, files and spreadsheets both electronic and paper; maintains accurate record of progress notes and correspondence.
- Provides referrals to outside services to help clients and students to meet their needs and goals; serves as a liaison between client and various service providers.
- Monitors and reports potential legal issues brought up during counseling sessions or observation including abuse, neglect or truancy.
- Responds to crisis situations and presents as a group resource; provides best practice models.
- Facilitates student assistance teams.
- Facilitates communication between staff, client, third party resources to inform of client needs; advocates for client rights.
Thorough knowledge of social, economic and health problems; general knowledge of social institutions and the methods of the helping process; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior; thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, methods and techniques used for assessing sociological needs of individual students; thorough knowledge of federal and state mandates and local procedures and regulations relating to social and community support programs; general knowledge of standard computer equipment and applicable hardware and software; comprehensive skill communicating both orally and in writing; ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, teachers and administrators; ability to plan and organize work and to understand and interpret laws, policies and regulations; ability to identify social problems and needs to assess the ability of individuals and families to utilize services in problem-solving; ability to work with and through other school personnel, parents and community agencies; ability to prepare reports and maintain records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates, other professional and technical staff, social agencies and the general public.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in social work, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
This posting will close at 3:30pm on March 7th, 2023.
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Special Education Teacher - Transitions Program
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is looking for a 1.0 FTE Special Education teacher for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. The teacher will be working in our 18-21-year-old Transition program. The Transition Teacher will provide comprehensive and specialized instruction to students in the Transition Program ages 18-21 that have developmental and physical disabilities. Instruction will be provided across all environments including the classroom, community, building, job site and in the family’s home if appropriate. The primary goal of the Transition Program Teacher is to provide specialized instruction in an individualized program for students in order to empower them to become happy, confident and productive members of their community. This is a 1.0 FTE position. The ideal candidate will possess an MN teaching license in DCD, Special Education. Preference will be given to an applicant who holds both a DCD and ASD license or other SPED licensure with the willingness to work toward a DCD license. Preference will also be given to the applicant who holds a work-based learning license as well.
The posting is open until March 10, 2023.
For a fully licensed applicant - there is the possibility of the applicant being eligible for a hiring bonus. Please ask how you would qualify for this offer.
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts, license, and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application material to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is looking for a 1.0 FTE Special Education teacher for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. The teacher will be working in our 18-21-year-old Transition program. The Transition Teacher will provide comprehensive and specialized instruction to students in the Transition Program ages 18-21 that have developmental and physical disabilities. Instruction will be provided across all environments including the classroom, community, building, job site and in the family’s home if appropriate. The primary goal of the Transition Program Teacher is to provide specialized instruction in an individualized program for students in order to empower them to become happy, confident and productive members of their community. This is a 1.0 FTE position. The ideal candidate will possess an MN teaching license in DCD, Special Education. Preference will be given to an applicant who holds both a DCD and ASD license or other SPED licensure with the willingness to work toward a DCD license. Preference will also be given to the applicant who holds a work-based learning license as well.
The posting is open until March 10, 2023.
For a fully licensed applicant - there is the possibility of the applicant being eligible for a hiring bonus. Please ask how you would qualify for this offer.
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts, license, and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application material to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Math Teachers - Hinckley-Finlayson High School
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is looking for TWO Math teachers for the 2023-24 school year. This is a 1.0 FTE. Preference will be given to the applicant who holds a 5-8 and 9-12 Mathematics endorsement and who has experience working with both middle school and high school students. Salary is based on the Master Agreement located on our website.
The position is open until filled.
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
Hinckley-Finlayson High School is looking for TWO Math teachers for the 2023-24 school year. This is a 1.0 FTE. Preference will be given to the applicant who holds a 5-8 and 9-12 Mathematics endorsement and who has experience working with both middle school and high school students. Salary is based on the Master Agreement located on our website.
The position is open until filled.
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
English Language Arts Teacher Long Term Sub - Hinckley-Finlayson High School
Job Description
Hinckley- Finlayson High School is seeking a long term substitute for 7th and 8th grade ELA beginning on March 27, 2023.
Qualifications
Preferred: MN K-12 teaching license, a substitute teaching license, or the ability to obtain a waiver with a 4 year degree.
Institution Description
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be "The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed" and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS), advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students' educational growth. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
Salary
Sub teacher pay for days 1-20 and the BA step one on day 21.
Job Description:
Develops and administers ELA curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Job Description
Hinckley- Finlayson High School is seeking a long term substitute for 7th and 8th grade ELA beginning on March 27, 2023.
Qualifications
Preferred: MN K-12 teaching license, a substitute teaching license, or the ability to obtain a waiver with a 4 year degree.
Institution Description
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be "The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed" and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Now offering robotics and engineering programs, as well as College in Schools (CIS), advanced World Language programs and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework to support our students' educational growth. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
Salary
Sub teacher pay for days 1-20 and the BA step one on day 21.
Job Description:
Develops and administers ELA curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by the district.
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in PLCs and other monthly meetings.
Physical Education Teacher, 1.0 Hinckley-Finlayson High School
JOB DESCRIPTION: Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking a 1.0 Physical Education and Health Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be "The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed" and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
Salary is based on the Master Agreement located on our website.
The position is open until filled.
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Hinckley-Finlayson High School is seeking a 1.0 Physical Education and Health Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.
Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning! We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful. Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be "The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed" and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise. Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current MN Licensure in Physical Education and Health
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
- Developing physical education curriculum based on our sequence and appropriate state standards.
- Planning a physical education program to promote development of students' physical fitness and social skills.
- Selection and management of equipment, materials, and supplies used in physical education.
- Uses positive, effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Maintains confidentiality concerning education, health and personal information about students.
- Follows school policies and procedures for protecting health, safety and well-being of all
students - Assessing students’ academic and social growth, maintaining appropriate records, and creating progress reports.
- Communicating with parents through conferences, regular weekly communications, and other means to discuss students’ progress
- Collaborating with other staff members in identifying student needs
- Participating in weekly PLCs and other professional development days as required.
- Participating in faculty committees and supporting student activities as needed.
Salary is based on the Master Agreement located on our website.
The position is open until filled.
Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, license, transcripts and 3 letters of recommendations. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.
1:1 Para-professional - Hinckley Elementary School
Hinckley Elementary School is seeking a 1-1 para-professional position for the remainder of the 2022-23 school year. The applicant hired for this position will work 1-1 with students who have significant needs. Candidates for this position should have strong communication skills, be willing to work collaboratively within a team and be able to think on their toes. Required qualifications include a 2-year college degree OR the ability to successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. Experience working with children with challenging behaviors is preferred. The starting wage would be $16.79 an hour, depending upon school-setting experience. The position is open until filled.
Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation and can be submitted to Julie Nelson at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Please contact Bonnie Scullard, Hinckley Elementary Principal, for questions bscullard@isd2165.org.
Hinckley Elementary School is seeking a 1-1 para-professional position for the remainder of the 2022-23 school year. The applicant hired for this position will work 1-1 with students who have significant needs. Candidates for this position should have strong communication skills, be willing to work collaboratively within a team and be able to think on their toes. Required qualifications include a 2-year college degree OR the ability to successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. Experience working with children with challenging behaviors is preferred. The starting wage would be $16.79 an hour, depending upon school-setting experience. The position is open until filled.
Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation and can be submitted to Julie Nelson at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Please contact Bonnie Scullard, Hinckley Elementary Principal, for questions bscullard@isd2165.org.
Para-Professional - Hinckley Elementary School
Hinckley Elementary School (HES) is seeking a para-professional for the 2022-23 school year. The applicant hired for this position will work with students who have academic or behavioral needs at the elementary level. Candidates should have strong communication skills, be willing to work collaboratively within a team and be able to think on their toes. Required qualifications include a 2-year college degree OR the ability to successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. Experience working with young children and/or with students who have some needs is preferred. The starting wage would be $16.79 an hour, with the potential to go up from there, depending on experience. The hours for the positions are 6.25 hours a day (Wednesday is 5.25 hours) and the position is needed 5 days a week. The position is open until filled.
Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation. Please submit to Julie Nelson, HR at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Please contact Bonnie Scullard, HES Principal, at bscullard@isd2165.org if you have additional questions.
Hinckley Elementary School (HES) is seeking a para-professional for the 2022-23 school year. The applicant hired for this position will work with students who have academic or behavioral needs at the elementary level. Candidates should have strong communication skills, be willing to work collaboratively within a team and be able to think on their toes. Required qualifications include a 2-year college degree OR the ability to successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. Experience working with young children and/or with students who have some needs is preferred. The starting wage would be $16.79 an hour, with the potential to go up from there, depending on experience. The hours for the positions are 6.25 hours a day (Wednesday is 5.25 hours) and the position is needed 5 days a week. The position is open until filled.
Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation. Please submit to Julie Nelson, HR at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.
Please contact Bonnie Scullard, HES Principal, at bscullard@isd2165.org if you have additional questions.
Bus Driver
Hinckley-Finlayson School District 2165 is looking for a Bus Route Driver. Experience is preferred, but not necessary, we will train! Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid MN driver’s license with a good driving record.
Starting pay per hour is $22.12 per hour.
Please contact Sarah Beckrich, Transportation Supervisor, at 320-384-0434 or email sbeckrich@isd2165.org with any questions or for an application.
Hinckley-Finlayson School District 2165 is looking for a Bus Route Driver. Experience is preferred, but not necessary, we will train! Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid MN driver’s license with a good driving record.
Starting pay per hour is $22.12 per hour.
Please contact Sarah Beckrich, Transportation Supervisor, at 320-384-0434 or email sbeckrich@isd2165.org with any questions or for an application.
Bus Driver and Type 3 Driver
Hinckley-Finlayson School District is looking for Regular Bus Route Drivers and Type 3 Drivers. Experience is preferred, but not necessary, we will train! Type 3 must be 18 years or older and have a valid MN driver’s license with a good driving record. School Bus Driver must have a class B license with school bus and passenger endorsement. Please stop in the district office or bus garage to fill out an application. Questions? Please reach out to Sarah at 320 384 0434 or sbeckrich@isd2165.org.
Hinckley-Finlayson School District is looking for Regular Bus Route Drivers and Type 3 Drivers. Experience is preferred, but not necessary, we will train! Type 3 must be 18 years or older and have a valid MN driver’s license with a good driving record. School Bus Driver must have a class B license with school bus and passenger endorsement. Please stop in the district office or bus garage to fill out an application. Questions? Please reach out to Sarah at 320 384 0434 or sbeckrich@isd2165.org.
Bus Drivers
Hinckley-Finlayson School District #2165 is looking for a sub/trip driver with growth potential. Experience preferred, but not necessary, we will train. Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid MN driver's license with a good driving record.
Starting pay per hour: regular driver $22.12.
Please contact Transportation Supervisor Sarah Beckrich 320-384-0434 or sbeckrich@isd2165.org.
Starting pay per hour: regular driver $22.12.
Please contact Transportation Supervisor Sarah Beckrich 320-384-0434 or sbeckrich@isd2165.org.