Job Opportunities
Current Openings
Wadena-Deer Creek has an opening for a School Social Worker
Position Purpose
- For the 2026-2027 school year. Under the general supervision of the MS/HS Principal, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with individually-tailored advice and consultation to overcome personal, emotional, familial, or social issues to maximize the students' learning experience.
Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Performs casework services with students and parents to encourage parental understanding of, and participation in, overcoming social issues to maximize the educational experience of the student.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
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accepting applications for a 1.0 day per week ECFE
Teacher.
Please submit cover letter of interest, resume, and
at least three current letters of reference along with
WDC’s licensed personnel application to Kevin Tumberg, PK-4 Principal, 215 Colfax Ave. SW,
Wadena, MN 56482; or the application for this
position can be found on our website at:
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Wadena-Deer Creek has two openings for Junior High Football Coaches for the 2026-2027 School Year. Coach would be responsible for planning practices and working with student athletes to help develop the Wadena-Deer Creek Football Program. Interested applicants should have strong communication skills, leadership qualities, and a good understanding of the fundamentals of football skill and strategy. Applicants should email Norm Gallant, Activities Director, a letter of application and resumé. Position is open until filled.
Norm Gallant, ngallant@wdc2155.k12.mn.us 218-632-2310.
If you have questions, contact WDC Transportation Director Robert Brostrom at rbrostrom@wdc2155.k12.mn.us or 218-632-2168.
Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools’ extended child care program, Kids Krew, has an opening for a part-time Para.
This position is M-F 3:00pm-5:15pm.
Applicants must be 16 or more years of age and must be able to provide a positive, caring atmosphere for children ages 16 months to 6th grade (12 years) as well as possess excellent communication skills with children, parents and staff.
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.
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.
Wadena-Deer Creek Schools has openings for substitute Food Service workers.
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.