DeQueen-Mena Education Service Cooperative

Please send your resume to Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

The DMESC ABC Early Childhood Program is searching for the following positions in different locations: Paraprofessional needed in the Dierks area Applicant must have an AA in Early Childhood or a CDA, with the ability to obtain an AA within 1-2 years. Applicants must pass background checks, provide references, work well in a team, enjoy working with children, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Paraprofessional needed in the Ashdown and Foreman areas Applicant must have a CDA, or have willingness to obtain it within 1 year. Applicants must pass background checks, provide references, work well in a team, enjoy working with children, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Please send your resume to Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org. Paraprofessional needed in the Mena and Acorn areas Applicant must have a CDA, or have willingness to obtain it within 1 year. Applicants must pass background checks, provide references, work well in a team, enjoy working with children, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Paraprofessional needed in Umpire Applicant must have a CDA, or have willingness to obtain it within 1 year. Applicants must pass background checks, provide references, work well in a team, enjoy working with children, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Paraprofessional needed in the Mt. Ida and Oden areas Applicant must have a CDA, or have willingness to obtain it within 1 year. Applicants must pass background checks, provide references, work well in a team, enjoy working with children, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. FOR EACH OF THESE POSITIONS, please send your resume to Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. See less

Congratulations to Caitlin Davis, a dedicated Family and Consumer Science teacher at Mount Ida High School, on successfully passing her edTPA Portfolio! #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsupport #LionPride We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Congratulations to Bekah Wilson, a dedicated art teacher on the Umpire campus of the Cossatot River School District, on successfully passing her edTPA Portfolio! #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsupport We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

One of our most popular virtual PDs! This practical approach to online educator training allows teachers to choose the digital resources they want to learn while working from home in their PJs if they choose! https://bit.ly/ControlTPD #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution

The Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy - Getting Started Plus What You Need to Know and Ways to Advance Language Proficiency in the World Language Classroom June 24, 2025 @ DMESC with Jane Moore. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st DMESC Summer PD website https://bit.ly/25dmescpd

Early Childhood Job Openings 25/26 School Year Early Childhood Paraprofessional in Mena- Minimum qualifications are a CDA or the willingness to obtain a CDA within one year. Must be dependable, pass a criminal background check and be willing to be a team player. Contract would begin July 1, 2025. Contact Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org Early Childhood Paraprofessional in Ashdown- Minimum qualifications are a CDA or the willingness to obtain a CDA within one year. Must be dependable, pass a criminal background check and be willing to be a team player. Contract would begin July 1, 2025. Contact Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org Itinerant Special Education Teacher for the Montgomery/Polk and Glenwood area. Must have a valid Arkansas Teaching license with early childhood special education endorsement. Travel is required for this position. Must be dependable, able to pass a background check and be able to work independently to fulfill job requirements. Contact Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Amy Montgomery joined Mena educators in celebrating a significant milestone at the Arkansas State Capitol, where three apprentice teachers—Jamie Grogan, LaShea Holder, and Stacy Green—were honored at the Educator Commitment Signing Day Celebration. They are the first graduates of the Mena Public Schools REACH program to receive their elementary education licenses. Their hard work and passion for teaching have set a positive precedent for future apprentices. The event featured remarks from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Commissioner of Education Jacob Oliva, highlighting the crucial role of educators in Arkansas. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

This full-day session is designed to equip school administrators and counselors with knowledge of AI tools to streamline daily operations, enhance decision-making, and improve communication and collaboration. By integrating AI in their workflow, participants will learn innovative strategies to save time, improve efficiency, and make decisions that benefit students, staff, and families. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=555691

Enhancing Fine Arts Instruction with AI Tools #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. DMESC Summer PD website https://bit.ly/25dmescpd https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=555689

Check out the open positions in our 12 districts: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQ2M2E7rHw5VPcbCSSCcXwW2GxK3yB0Xy9GbuaeLO6no-lWtfSc_X6oOHbusNZHhgvDFidLDfpNp1CM/pub #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools for Student Success.

🩹🩺💉🤕Big shoutout to our incredible school nurses on National School Nurse Day! Your expertise, compassion, and commitment to our students' health make a huge difference. We are grateful for your tireless efforts!🩹🩺💉🤕 #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

One of our most popular virtual PDs! This practical approach to online educator training allows teachers to choose the digital resources they want to learn while working from home in their PJs if they choose! https://bit.ly/ControlTPD #thinkcoop1st #yourBESTsolution

Early Childhood Job Openings 25/26 School Year Early Childhood Paraprofessional in Mena- Minimum qualifications are a CDA or the willingness to obtain a CDA within one year. Must be dependable, pass a criminal background check and be willing to be a team player. Contract would begin July 1, 2025. Contact Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org Early Childhood Paraprofessional in Ashdown- Minimum qualifications are a CDA or the willingness to obtain a CDA within one year. Must be dependable, pass a criminal background check and be willing to be a team player. Contract would begin July 1, 2025. Contact Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org Itinerant Special Education Teacher for the Montgomery/Polk and Glenwood area. Must have a valid Arkansas Teaching license with early childhood special education endorsement. Travel is required for this position. Must be dependable, able to pass a background check and be able to work independently to fulfill job requirements. Contact Kelli Parson at kelli.parson@dmesc.org #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

Level up your teaching this summer! Join our AI sessions designed to equip educators with the latest AI tools and strategies. #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed. DMESC Summer PD website https://bit.ly/25dmescpd

If you are teaching Year 1 Computer Science and don't know which pd would benefit you the most, check these out these! Don't forget to check out the Summer PD Guide at https://bit.ly/2025CSPD #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

#thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed

DMESC employees Amanda Wyatt, Karen Garner, and Allison Mears attended the Special Olympics in Ashdown. Both participants and spectators enjoyed this yearly event. Shout out to all students for their hard work and participation! #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st

May the 4th be with you! #yourBESTsolution #thinkcoop1st We Serve and Support our Schools so that ALL Students Succeed.

DMESC Job Opening Starting July 1, 2025 HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Home Based Educator job available. Individuals must have a high school diploma, have a current CDA or be willing to obtain a CDA, must pass a background check. This position will require travel, working with parents in their homes and the willingness to learn and be a motivated team player. Send resume to: Christy Nance - DMESC HIPPY Coordinator at christy.nance@dmesc.org or Kelli Parson, Early Childhood Coordinator at kelli.parson@dmesc.org or call DMESC at 479-385-4319.