Academic Liaison; Alternative Learning School: Grades 9-12

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917

POSITION OPENING

December 16, 2025

Academic Liaison

Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount, MN within the Alternative Learning Program

8.0 (7:15 a.m.

- 3:15 p.m.)

Monday through Friday, following the assigned contract days (225 total days, including holidays)

January 5, 2025

Starting at $62,197 per the Dean/Liaison contract

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.

• 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 Post–Secondary 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.
• Master’s 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…