Rural Cass Multi-District Special Education Unit and Northern Cass School District is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year and beyond.  Applicants must have a teaching degree from an accredited four year university and meet the requirements set by the Department of Public Instruction and North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board.  Northern Cass is a progressive Class 'B' school with approximately 640 students in PK-12. The district is currently in the transition to a personalized learning environment in all grade levels.  Northern Cass was reorganized in 1997. The school is located on Highway 26 in the middle of the district not within one of the communities. It serves the communities of Argusville, Arthur, Hunter, Gardner, Grandin, and Erie. The district’s current open enrollment is 30% of the school’s population. Students have chosen Northern Cass from a variety of other districts including, but not limited to:  West Fargo, Fargo, Hope-Page, Mayville, Central Cass, and Hillsboro.

Applicants would need to facilitate IEP meetings and evaluation meetings, administer assessments to determine eligibility for special education. Provide direct, indirect and consultative services to students identified with communication needs. Applicants should have good written and verbal communication skills as well as be able to work as a productive team member in the special education process. 

Job Description:

• Provides direct therapy individually, in small groups, or in the classroom, in an inclusionary setting for the remediation of language, articulation, voice and fluency disorders and communication disorders caused by hearing impairments for students in accordance with IEP goals and objectives.

• Observes students in general education classrooms to determine student progress and needs.

• Conducts selective screening activities to identify children who have communication disorders.

• Performs screening and diagnosis of individual students as part of the assessment team.

• Participates in the multidisciplinary assessment team, as an evaluator where appropriate, and inputs in the Integrated Written Assessment Report.

• Prepares individual educational programs based upon diagnostic information of members of the student’s planning team.

• Makes use of a variety of materials, equipment and teaching strategies in designing programs for each student.

• Works with parents to further educational and therapy objectives.

• Evaluates individual student progress.

• Follows up on medical referrals and on students recently dismissed from therapy.

• Works with other special and general educators in carrying out modifications and related aspects of student IEP’s.

• Works with outside agencies, when appropriate, to ensure the best services for the student.

• Provides additional supports, as time permits, to students not yet identified as eligible for special education.

• Attends training sessions, seminars and workshops to acquire information and further professional skills.

Applications will be accepted from Monday, March 30th through Monday, April 13th.  To apply for the position, applicants must submit the following:

• Letter of Application to Mr. John Porter

• Resume

• Copy of Teaching License

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Three Letters of Recommendation

• Three Additional References (not from the letters of recommendation; phone numbers only)

• Please submit these items in one PDF and e-mail them to john.porter@k12.nd.us.com

The salary range and benefits for the position are dependent on experience and is based on the Rural Cass Multi-District Special Education Unit negotiated agreement. 

Northern Cass is looking for a  Kitchen Assistant Cook for the 2025-26 school year.

This role includes cooking, food prep, serving, dishwashing, sanitation, and clean-up. We’re seeking someone who is dependable, flexible, and enjoys being part of a team.

 This is a 9-month position following the school calendar
 Competitive pay & benefits
 Fast-paced but fun environment with amazing educators and learners

 To apply, send your letter of application and résumé to:  terry.baesler@northerncassschool.com

This position will remain open until filled

Northern Cass School District is seeking a Bus Driver for the 25-26 school year and beyond.

Bus drivers are paid $28.50 per hour for CDL and are guaranteed four hours per day (am and pm) as we simply need to increase our number of highly qualified drivers.

We will pay for testing and time towards preparing. It has always been a struggle to find drivers at Northern Cass and we are in need now. If you would consider this opportunity, please contact Bryce Laxdal at bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com or call 701-874-2322 .

North Dakota Teaching License or a North Dakota Interim Substitute License (required)

* Official transcript documenting a minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework, Bachelor’s degree preferred.

*Successful background check

* For more information on how to obtain your Substitute License, visit North Dakota Educational Standards and Practices Board at:
 https://www.nd.gov/espb/licensure/license-informationsubstitute-license

* Sub pay is $137.00 per day plus lunch ($68.50 for a half day).

* If you hold a current ND Teachers License or Substitute License and wish to be substitute educator at Northern Cass, please contact Markie Hoag at 701-874-2322 or markie.hoag@northerncassschool.com

• Paraprofessional sub pay is $16.50 per hour plus lunch.

• If you are interested in being a substitute paraprofessional at Northern Cass, Please contact Markie Hoag at markie.hoag@northerncassschool.com or 701-874-2322

• Kitchen Assistant sub pay is $16.50 per hour. Assistant would help with serving meals (typical hours would be 10:00am-2:00pm)

• If you are interested in being a substitute kitchen assistant at Northern Cass, Please contact Meghann McCloud at meghann.mccloud@northerncassschool.com or 701-874-2322

• Sub Driver pay is $28.50 per hour for CDL

• Could also include extra-curricular run/$28.50 per hour from the time you leave the school until you return (for miles requiring a CDL school bus endorsement).

• If you are interested in being a substitute bus driver at Northern Cass, Please contact Bryce Laxdal at bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com or 701-874-2322