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Special Education Teacher

Multiple postings in multiple schools, Elementary and Middle School + AVC positions available.  Behavior, Strat II/ID endorsements could be required, depending on position.

 

POSITION TITLE: Special Education, Multi-Categorical Teacher

RECRUITMENT/RECOMMENDATION:

Recruited By: Director of Human Resources

Recommended for Appointment By: Director of Human Resources/Principal/Director of Special Education

 

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:

Type of Authority: Staff

Reports To: Principal

Consults With: Forum Staff, Principals, Teachers, AEA Staff, Managers, Para-professionals, Parents and General Public

 

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS: K-6 Teaching Certificate

Multi-Categorical Certificate (#225)

 

DESIRABLE POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Teaching experience in a Multi-Categorical classroom Team Teaching Experience

Experience with Individual Student Behavior Plans

 

POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:

Curriculum/Instruction:

The successful candidate must possess/demonstrate:

1. The ability to effectively address the behavioral, social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs of assigned special needs students through direct instruction and/or accommodations of curricular experiences with grade level staff.

2. A willingness to prepare IEP’s, attend staffings, team meetings and other special meetings which address the needs of special and general education students.

3. Skill in working with classroom teachers on assisting with accommodations for special needs students within the regular education classroom through student/teacher assistance team meetings.

4. An understanding of the development of plans to modify instruction for special needs students in a full-inclusion model of special education.

5. The ability to diagnose the special needs of assigned students on a regular basis, especially as related to behavioral needs, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.

6. A commitment to effectively instruct, motivate and monitor special education and identified general education students with behavior problems.

7. A willingness to use the Problem Solving system to work with all students.

8. An understanding of emergent literacy.

9. A proficiency in the teaching of writing across the entire curriculum.

10. An understanding of multi-disciplinary instruction/teaming.

11. The effective use of literature across all areas of curriculum/knowledge of current children’s literature.

12. A variety of authentic assessment methods.

13. A proficiency in current mathematical/scientific trends as related to special needs students.

14. An understanding of the construction, use and the relationship of classroom centers to specific curriculum areas.

15. Ability to utilize computer software and hardware and develop lesson plans which apply technology to teaching and learning.

16. The skills needed to employ a variety of current instructional techniques and instructional media.

17. An understanding of standardized testing/reporting/item analysis to modify instruction.

18. Ability to use cooperative learning strategies.

19. A commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices.

20. A comfort level with flexible, multi-age and/or multi-year teaching configuration.

21. The skills needed to guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.

22. Strive to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

Learning/Teaching Environment:

The successful candidate must possess/demonstrate:

1. A capacity to effectively recruit and utilize parent volunteers in the classroom.

2. Clear behavioral expectations of children.

3. Working knowledge of a variety of positive, child-centered behavior management programs.

4. Working knowledge and an ability to use the Dubuque Management System or similar behavior management systems.

5. An ability to manage more than one situation at a time.

6. An ability to address student problems in an organized, fair and consistent manner.

7. An ability to work with parents, support staff and others to develop and carry out a plan to improve specific and chronic behavior problems for special education and identified general education students.

8. An ability to create an attractive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

9. An ability to prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.

10. All necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students’ equipment, materials and facilities.

11. An ability to provide special education services in the general education classroom.

Professional/Personal:

The successful candidate must possess/demonstrate:

1. A warmth and compassion for children.

2. A high energy level in their teaching.

3. An ability to speak and discuss issues utilizing normal voice tones.

4. A firm belief that all children can learn.

5. A willingness to be a team player.

6. A willingness to accept responsibilities and become a positive staff member.

7. Flexibility in interactions with others.

8. An ability to maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation and federal confidentiality laws.

9. The ability to assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.

10. A willingness to make provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

11. An ability to plan and supervise purposeful assignments for the teacher aide(s), practicum students, student teachers, and volunteer(s).

12. A commitment to maintaining and improving professional competence

13. A willingness to attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

14. An ability to be a strong child advocate when necessary.

15. An ability to effectively work with students by motivating and monitoring those who have difficulty with behavior.

Transportation Driver – Masonville, Iowa

Join the IAS family as a Transportation Driver.  Be home every night, no long hauling over the road for days at a time!

Primary Objective:  Provide safe and efficient transportation of commodities and farm supply products for the benefit of IAS and its member-owners.

Major Accountabilities:
The following duties are typical for this job.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

  • Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absentees to supervisor before start time
  • Maintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirements
  • Transportation of commodities and farm supply products
  • Submit required transportation paperwork timely and accurately
  • Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment; document work performed
  • Assist with the distribution of farm supply products when assigned
  • Notification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts needed
  • Maintain cleanliness of shop and warehouse areas in which you are working
  • Participate in safety or job-related training programs provided by the company
  • Follow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conduct
  • Create a positive and professional image for both customers and the community
  • Accept and carry out any specific assignments given by the supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Mechanical aptitude including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems and knowledge of various machines and tools including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
  • Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
  • Ability to organize, deal with change effectively and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Possess math skills when performing basic operations.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  • Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.  Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.   Also, trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time.  Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
  • Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.

Regional Manager – Northeast Iowa

Primary Objective:  To provide the leadership and management needed for the growth and effective operations of multiple locations, and doing so in a manner that balances the IAS Purpose Statement.

Major Accountabilities:

Regional Manager

  • Fostering an excellent team environment at the location and regional level.
  • Accountable for the P&L performance of locations within the region.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with direct reports, peers, and divisional leadership.
  • On-boarding, performance coaching, and supervision of direct reports; utilize divisional resources to aid in execution.
  • Alignment, implementation, and execution of requirements from the IAS Divisions (Grain, Agronomy, Feed, Energy, and Transportation) and IAS Administrative areas (Human Resources, & Accounting).
  • Support efforts of the Director of Safety & Compliance with safety training, accident investigations, location safety audits, and implementation of processes & procedures related to safety.
  • Support efforts of Director of Maintenance in implementing best practices of preventative maintenance and repair; manage repair expenses within the region.
  • Assist VP, Operations in recognizing capital needs, justifications, and execution of delegated projects.

Management of Direct Reports’ Expectations

  • Recruit, hire, and train all full-time location personnel when necessary.
  • Supervise location operations and efficient distribution of farm supply products.
  • Safekeeping of the location’s physical product inventory and accurate accounting thereof.
  • Maintain location hours to meet seasonal demands.
  • Manage labor and variable expenses to levels that ensure the location’s adequate level of earnings.
  • Control location inventories to meet seasonal demand.
  • Maintain location’s assets effectively; supervise maintenance program.
  • Provide a level of customer service that both maintains and promotes growth in sales and purchases.
  • Manage grain facility operations and quality control; maximize blending opportunities.
  • Effective communications with marketing teams to accomplish volume goals.
  • Completion of inter-company and regulatory requirements on a timely basis.
  • Manage the location’s accounts receivable.
  • Practice and enforce safety policies and procedures; minimize lost time accidents.
  • Maintain a clean and organized facility.
  • Accept and carry out other assigned tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Supervisory experience with demonstrated communication and collaboration skills.
  • Knowledge of and experience in agricultural sales and retail management, including areas of grain, agronomy, & feed.
  • Experience with profit & loss statements; ability to understand and utilize management information systems.
  • Understanding of facilities and rolling stock, their design, use, and maintenance requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and specifically Excel skills.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  • Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.

Location Manager – Masonville, IA

Innovative Ag Services is currently recruiting a Location Manager for our newest facility in Masonville, IA. Work with an established, experienced staff to grow this new facility. IAS ranks as one of the top agricultural cooperatives in Iowa.

Primary Objective: To provide the leadership and management needed for the growth and effective operations of the location for the benefit of IAS and its members.

Major Accountabilities:

The following duties are typical for this job.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

  • Recruit, hire, and train all full-time location personnel when necessary.
  • Supervise location operations and efficient distribution of farm supply products.
  • Safekeeping of the location’s physical product inventory and accurate accounting thereof.
  • Maintain location hours to meet seasonal demands.
  • Manage labor and variable expenses in the location’s cost of operations.
  • Determine the best use of marketing strategies available for our customers and coordinate with our grain department personnel to promote those strategies.
  • Gain in market share growth of bushels purchased annually.
  • Control location inventories to meet seasonal demand.
  • Maintain location’s assets effectively; supervise maintenance program.
  • Provide a level of customer service that promotes growth in sales and purchases.
  • Direct the Grain Superintendent to assist in managing grain facility operations and quality control; maximize blending opportunities.
  • Effective communications with marketing teams to accomplish volume goals.
  • Completion of intercompany and regulatory requirements on a timely basis.
  • Manage location’s accounts receivable loss to less than .1% of sales.
  • Practice and enforce safety policies and procedures; minimize lost time accidents.
  • Maintain a clean and organized facility.
  • Accept and carry out other assigned tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Knowledge of and experience in agricultural sales and retail management, including areas of feed, fertilizer, and grain.
  • Mechanical aptitude, including basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and piping systems, and knowledge of various machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
  • Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
  • Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Microsoft Office suite programs, including Word & Excel.
  • AS400 computer operation

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  •  Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.  Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.   Also, trunk strength and the ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time.  Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
  • Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.

HR Business Partner -Monticello, IA

Are you a self-starter? Do you love multi-tasking and being involved in many facets of Human Resources?  Then this is the role for you. 

Innovative Ag Services (IAS) ranks as one of the Top Agricultural Cooperatives in Iowa. This position is located at our centralized HR office in Monticello, IA.  A hybrid opportunity is available upon successful completion of the training program.

Primary Objective: To achieve the goals outlined in the company’s mission statement, the objective will be to work in the following areas to drive overall HR initiatives.

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

This position serves many roles. High organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively are required.

Areas of Accountability:

Recruitment

  • Recruiting – Drive recruitment and ad planning of hourly and salaried FT, and Seasonal employees for the Western geography of IAS, with backup support for the East region as needed
  • Manage IAS Outreach programs to build relationships with educational and community sources to build an applicant pool for short and long-term sourcing for future employees. Attend Job Fairs, Networking events, etc., to build IAS as an employer of choice.
  • Manage the IAS Internship program with support from other HR team members
  • Applicant Tracking System expert with the ability to train others on the use of the product
  • Work with the recruitment background hiring platform on a routine basis

Onboarding/Payroll Administration

  • Onboarding platform expert, understand and perform duties associated with the whole lifecycle of employees in the HRIS system for the Western Region, with backup support for the East Region as needed
  • Ability to serve in secondary payroll processing position: Payroll & Timekeeping administration – entry of all employee changes, report writing, and timekeeping adjustments as needed to process bi-weekly payroll for salaried personnel

Benefits/Safety Administrations – IAS Western Geography

As needed:

  • Management of workers’ compensation claims filing
  • Administration Benefits
  • Administration of FMLA
  • Administration of Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

​Other HR Team Duties

  • HR Coach – application of handbook policies to help coach and aid supervisors
  • Support company training initiatives as needed
  • Content management of electronic files
  • Develop communication pieces as needed for HR internal and external initiatives
  • Help promote employee wellness and appreciation initiatives
  • Other duties as assigned to support the HR team and company initiatives

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Undergraduate degree in human resources or business management/marketing and/or the equivalent of education and experience. Minimum of 4 years’ experience.
  • Self-directed, with limited supervision, displays a high level of initiative, discipline, and commitment to completing assignments efficiently and with a high level of quality.
  • Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form, as well as by phone and online
  • Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Ability to successfully participate in the recruitment PI Training Program & support company initiatives once trained
  • Microsoft 365 Office Suite programs. Advanced Excel, Canva, and ADP Workforce Now experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  • Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.  Also, the flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.  Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.

 

Excellent Compensation & Benefits Package!

 

Send your resume to hr.dept@ias.coop

 

Shop Laborer

Job Summary: 

The Shop Laborer assists with the day-to-day operations of the Conlon Construction Shop. This position assists with the dispatch, repair, and delivery of tools, equipment, and materials to various jobsites. The Shop Laborer ensures safe and efficient handling of equipment and may be required to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. The duties in this job description are not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned. 

 

Duties/Responsibilities:  

  • Assist with the dispatch of tools, equipment and materials to construction sites. 
  • Repair small tools, machines and light equipment. 
  • Prepare equipment for pickup and delivery. 
  • Responsible for the safe and accurate delivery, loading, and unloading of equipment to and from Conlon Construction Co locations in an effective and efficient manner. 
  • Inspect equipment for damage and /or malfunction. 
  • Follow specific directions, perform a variety of duties which may change often, work within standards of accuracy, repeat tasks of short duration according to set procedures and evaluate information using measurable standards. 
  • Travel to various jobsites delivering and picking up equipment. 

 

Competencies:  

  • Adaptability: Handles changing tasks, job site demands, and shifting priorities with a flexible and solution-oriented mindset. 
  • Attention to Detail – Equipment: Carefully inspects equipment for damage or malfunction and ensures accurate and thorough documentation. 
  • Communication – Field & Logistics Coordination: Clearly communicates with shop staff, field teams, and supervisors regarding deliveries, pickups, and equipment issues. 
  • Equipment Handling: Effectively and safely operates and loads/unloads tools, equipment, and materials, ensuring proper preparation for transport. 
  • Mechanical Aptitude: Understands how tools and small machines function and demonstrates the ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance. 
  • Reliability and Dependability: Consistently shows up on time, follows instructions, and completes tasks accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision. 
  • Safety and Compliance: Knowledge of and adherence to safety protocols including use of PPE, fall protection, ladder safety, and electrical precautions. Proactively mitigates safety risks in the work environment. 
  • Teamwork – Shop: Works collaboratively with others in the shop and across departments to ensure operational efficiency and support to field crews. 
  • Time Management – Shop: Prioritizes tasks effectively to ensure timely dispatch, delivery, and pickup of tools and materials across multiple job sites. 

 

Qualifications/Experience: 

  • A Valid Driver License is required; CDL Preferred. 
  • Basic knowledge of small tool and equipment repair. 
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekends on occasion. 

 

Physical Requirements:  

  • Mobility: This Position is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel and climb for extended periods of time and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to repetitively lift and/or move up to 30 lbs., push / pull up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.  
  • Working Conditions: This position requires employees to work indoors and outdoors in inclement weather, including wet surfaces and high variation in temperatures.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, power tools, and heights.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is highly variable. 
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and stressful environment. 

Agronomy Sales Advisor – Waukon

** Are you passionate about the future of agriculture? Do you want to join a company that’s at the forefront of innovation? Innovative Ag Services is seeking talented individuals to join our growing team. We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a chance to make a real difference in the ag industry.

Primary Objective: To increase volume sales and margin growth by actively selling products and services for the benefit of IAS and its member-owners.

Major Accountabilities:
The following duties are typical for this job.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

  • Promote the sales of all IAS products and programs with a primary emphasis of crop protection products, plant food, seed, and agronomy programs and services.
  • Increase unit sales, gross margins, and market share by aggressively contacting and selling current and potential customers within an assigned area.
  • Provide necessary information to current and prospective customers to support products and programs and assist customers in making production and business decisions.
  • Communicate regularly with location team members to keep them abreast of current crop production and business practices; products, programs, and services; and customer/prospect activity.
  • Promote and coordinate Precision Ag activities at the location.
  • Work closely with the location manager to coordinate product inventories and distribution to customers.
  • Facilitate efficient and accurate pricing, invoicing, and distribution.
  • Submit weekly reports of contacts made and customer and competitor activity.
  • Assist location managers in account receivable management and collection.
  • Work with the Sales Manager to quickly resolve any concerns or complaints brought forward by current or prospective customers.
  • Actively assist in the development of individual growth and development plans and participate in agreed-upon training.
  • Support and help develop department and individual marketing and business plans.
  • Keep an up-to-date database of all customers and prospects within in assigned area.
  • Maintain required licenses necessary to perform job requirements.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Possess sufficient knowledge of crop production science to advise producers on agronomy plans, products and services to secure efficient production, higher yield and improved quality.
  • Computer skills including Word and Excel.
  • Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
  • Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Post secondary degree or equivalent with education and experience.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  • Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.  Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.   Also, trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time.  Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.
  • Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.

ICF/ID CL Lead Instructor *Wage Increase*

Job description

ARC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Instructor to join our team.

The Lead Instructor is a Direct Support Professional that excels in providing the best care for our individuals served and is a leader to other staff. The Lead Instructor instructs DSP’s on best practices and encourages them to complete their programming, documentation, and/or data collection. The Lead Instructor constantly monitors the safety of the individuals and provides staff feedback to enhance work performance. The Lead Instructor will ensure active treatment is ongoing and has positive relationship with agency staff, individuals served, their guardians, and members of the community.

Qualifications:
–Minimum

  • Education: High school diploma or HSED (GED)
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency requirements
  • Skills, Experience of 1 year of relevant work experience or more.
  • Must have good reading, writing, and computer skills. Must be able to maintain a positive relationship with individuals both inside and outside the agency.
  • Basic computer ability
  • Ability to lift 20 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

·Preferred candidates would have:

· Licenses, Certificates, etc.: Medication Aide certification, CPI, CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter certificates.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance paid by employer
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • Retention bonus up to $1500.00
  • $3/hour wage increase on weekends for all shifts.

Job Type: Full-time 3PM to 11PM with alternating weekends. This schedule may vary with advance notice depending on consumer needs.

Wage: $18.75-$19.90

All employees are required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.

Why Area Residential Care? We are a private non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to live, work, and participate in a supportive and accessible community. Join a team of employees that are passionate about the work we do and the individuals we support! We offer a range of benefits including health and dental insurance, life insurance, retirement savings plans, vision coverage, and paid time off.

Area Residential Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.75- $19.90 per hour