Job Opportunities

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Current Openings

Wadena-Deer-Creek Public Schools is accepting applications for a Special Education/Child Care Paraprofessional.

This position is a combination of a Special Education paraprofessional and Child Care paraprofessional. Five days per week - Approximately 32 hours/week or 40+ hours/week. Optional schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Successful candidate would work at the WDC Elementary School and/or the WDC Middle/High School. Compensation starts at $16.33/hour for Special Education and $18.25/hour for Child Care.

Please submit a resume and current references, along with your application.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has an opening for a full-time 1st Grade teacher to begin in August 2024.  WDC Elementary has a recently renovated campus that serves approximately 480 PK-4 students in class sizes that average less than 24 students.  We have a strong team approach to teaching and learning and putting the student's needs first.

Successful candidates would get extensive training/coaching on The Catalyst Approach (formerly ENVoY). The Catalyst Approach is the foundation of our school wide behavior plan and our approach to making healthy connections with kids.

Interested applicants will also find opportunities to coach or become advisors for the 29 student organizations and extracurricular activities available at WDC.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has three (3) openings for Food Service positions at the WDC Middle/High School kitchen.
Choose a shift that fits your schedule!
6:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
8:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
10:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Applicants will assist in the final preparations for lunch service, serve lunch to the students and assist in the end-of-day clean up.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has an immediate opening for a "C" Squad Volleyball Coach. Season begins Monday, August 12, 2024.
Applicants must have great communication and relationship skills, and meet Minnesota State High School League and Minnesota State Statute requirements for head coaching. Position is open until filled.
Apply to Norm Gallant, Activities Director, Wadena-Deer Creek High School.
Additional coaching opportunities are posted on the Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools website under "Job Opportunities."
Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has an immediate opening for a Junior High Girls Volleyball Coach. Season begins Monday, August 19, 2024.
Applicants must have great communication and relationship skills, and meet Minnesota State High School League and Minnesota State Statute requirements for head coaching. Position is open until filled.
Apply to Norm Gallant, Activities Director, Wadena-Deer Creek High School.
Additional coaching opportunities are posted on the Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools website under "Job Opportunities."

Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary School has an opening for one full time (1.0 FTE) Special Education ASD teacher.  WDC Elementary has a recently renovated campus that serves approximately 450 K-4 students with average Special Education caseloads of 10-18 students.  We have a strong team approach to teaching and learning and putting the student's needs first.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has an opening for a (1.0) full-time Custodial positions at the WDC Elementary School.

Successful applicant will work to provide and maintain a neat, clean and safe environment for the students, staff and public.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED. Knowledge of building system operations such as HVAC, plumbing, lighting/sound system and basic computer skills preferred.

Successful applicant must be able to work in a friendly, professional manner with all building staff as the requested tasks are completed in a timely fashion.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has an immediate opening for a Junior High Girls Basketball Coach. Season begins Monday, October 21, 2024.
Applicants must have great communication and relationship skills, and meet Minnesota State High School League and Minnesota State Statute requirements for head coaching. Position is open until filled.
Apply to Norm Gallant, Activities Director, Wadena-Deer Creek High School.
Additional coaching opportunities are posted on the Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools website under "Job Opportunities."
Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools is accepting applications for Full-time Bus Drivers for the 2023-24 school year.
Working as a school bus driver is an excellent way to earn extra income and deliver a valuable service in the process!
Applicants must be properly licensed to drive a school bus and should enjoy working with young people. If you are not licensed, WDC will PAY YOU while you're being trained!
Full-time drivers qualify for health insurance, life insurance and a pension.
Benefits include:
**$7,200 per year toward health insurance
**New Driver Bonus of up to $1,500
**Retention Bonus of up to $1,800 per year
**$93 per day for regular route pay plus $.26 per mile
**Paid Bus Driver Training (up to 40 hours)
(Part-time, Substitute and Extra-curricular positions are also available!)

If you have questions, contact Robert Brostrom, WDC Transportation Director

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Wadena-Deer Creek School District is accepting applications for one or more Full Time Elementary Paraprofessionals to support teachers in PreK-4 classrooms. Successful applicants will begin immediately. Applicants must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have a clean criminal background (verified through a background check by school district). Salary is based on education and level of experience. Please include a resume and current references along with your application.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools has an opening for a Head Track and Field Coach for the 2024-25 school year. Applicant must meet all State statutes required to be a Head Coach. Applicant must have a strong Track and Field background, excellent organization and management skills and be a strong communicator. Applicant would be in charge of planning practices and meets and working with and leading multiple assistant coaches and athletes.

Applicants should send a letter of application, references and resume to Norm Gallant. Position is open until filled. 

Wadena-Deer Creek has an opening for a Assistant Track and Field Coach for the 2024-25 School Year. Coach will work with 7-12 grade boys and girls in events as assigned by Head Coach. Coach would also be in charge of helping at home and away meets, planning practices and helping with all aspects of the Track & Field program.

Applicants should send a letter of application, references and resume to Norm Gallant. Position is open until filled. 

Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools is accepting applications for a Part-Time Bus Driver for the 2023-24 school year. Successful applicant will be responsible for a regular afternoon route Monday-Friday during the school year.
Working as a school bus driver is an excellent way to earn extra income and deliver a valuable service in the process!
Applicants must be properly licensed to drive a school bus and should enjoy working with young people. If you are not licensed, WDC will PAY YOU while you're being trained!
Part-time drivers are eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis.

If you have questions, contact WDC Transportation Director Robert Brostrom at rbrostrom@wdc2155.k12.mn.us or 218-632-2168.

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Wadena-Deer Creek School District is accepting applications for Substitute Teachers.  Applicants are required to have a valid MN Teacher License or a Short-Call Substitute License (or the ability to obtain one).  Daily rate of pay is $150. Questions, contact Tracy Zaske, HR/Payroll Specialist, at 218-632-2314.

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Wadena-Deer Creek Schools has openings for substitute Food Service workers.

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Wadena-Deer Creek School District is accepting applications for Substitute Paraprofessionals to support teachers in Pre K-12 classrooms. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have a clean criminal background (verified through a background check by school district). Questions, contact Tracy Zaske, HR/Payroll Specialist, at 218-632-2314.

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