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About Spring Lake Park Schools: 

Hello from Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park in the northwest Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose -- "High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses" provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student. 

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a culture where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning that are centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position overview 

The OEC Specialist or the Opportunities in Emergency Care (OEC) Program supports instruction, training, and student learning across all OEC courses. Working under the direction of the program director, this role assists with classroom instruction, skills training, and evaluation of student performance in both academic and simulated emergency scenarios. The position also includes supporting students in extracurricular and community-based experiences connected to the program.

Firmly believes  

1. In high expectations and real-world learning experiences for all students
2. In building strong relationships to support student growth and success
3. In hands-on, experiential learning that prepares students for careers in emergency services
4. In collaboration with community partners to enhance student opportunities

Primary responsibilities 

1. Assist in delivering instruction in emergency care, fire/rescue, and related courses
2. Support assessment of student learning, including grading and skills evaluation
3. Help develop and adapt instructional materials and presentations
4. Participate in and supervise students during extracurricular events, community activities, and off-campus training opportunities
5. Serve as a Post Advisor for Explorer Post 3786 and complete required training through Scouting America and the Northern Star Council
6. Coordinate logistics with partner agencies, including local fire departments
7. Assist with instruction in First Aid, EMT, and related healthcare training programs
8. Maintain classroom equipment, training apparatus, and emergency vehicles, including routine inspections
9. Manage training supply inventory and requisition materials as needed
10. Enter and maintain student data in platforms such as Schoology and Google Sheets
11. Perform additional duties as assigned

Preferences

1. Experience working with high school students in a training or instructional setting
2. Strong communication and organizational skills
3. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community partners
4. Experience supporting hands-on or career and technical education programs

Qualifications

1. Minimum of five (5) years of active experience in fire/rescue services (firefighting, EMS, or technical rescue)
2. At least two (2) years of experience as a Fire Instructor II (NFPA 1041)
3. Experience delivering and evaluating both classroom and skills-based instruction

Licensing requirements 

1. Current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification
2. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Instructor certification
3. Valid Minnesota driver's license with experience operating emergency vehicles and apparatus

Salary/Benefit Details

How to Apply: 
Applications will be reviewed as received and qualified candidates will be interviewed until the position is filled.  Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx.  Only qualified individuals will be considered for an interview. 
With inquiries, please contact Megan Jahnke, Principal, at mjahnk@district16.org or 763-600-5110.
Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.