Northland Learning Center, situated in Virginia, Minnesota, is a special education cooperative serving ten member school districts across northeastern Minnesota. The center offers a comprehensive range of services, including Early Childhood Special Education, occupational and physical therapy, and specialized support for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and those who are Blind or Visually Impaired. Programs like the FOCUS initiative cater to students with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (EBD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD). Additionally, the Bridge to Independence program supports young adults aged 18–22 in developing life and vocational skills. Northland Learning Center also operates an Area Learning Center (ALC) designed for students in grades 7–12 who are at risk of educational failure, providing alternative educational pathways tailored to individual learning styles and needs.
The center offers various employment opportunities for professionals dedicated to supporting students with diverse needs. Current openings include positions such as Licensed School Counselor, American Sign Language Facilitator, Licensed School Nurse, and Special Education Paraprofessional. Salaries for these roles range from approximately $50,000 to $86,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Interested candidates can explore current job openings and apply through the center's employment portal.
Virginia, MN 55792
