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Long Term Substitute, Grades 1 & 2 Multiage Teacher – #5052 Spring Lake Park Schools

Long Term Substitute, Grades 1 & 2 Multiage Teacher – #5052 Spring Lake Park Schools

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Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview

Long Term Substitute position 12.13.21-3.07.21 with the opportunity to extend assignment into remainder of 21-22 academic year and beyond. The successful candidate will be an individual who …

… firmly believes:

all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success

Primary Responsibilities

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to: all assigned classroom duties and responsibilities, which will include:  implementation of curriculum, assessing student progress, aligning assessment w/ instruction, responding to students w/ personalized learning opportunities, communicating with parents, managing the classroom, and working collaboratively with colleagues while functioning as a member of the Northpoint Elementary staff.

Long Term Substitute, Spanish Immersion Teacher, Grade 5 – #5051 Spring Lake Park Schools

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Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be an individual who:

has a strong desire to work with middle school students
be familiar with assessment for learning practices as well as how to provide appropriate interventions for students
has the ability to collaborate with their colleagues to discuss instruction and assessment to meet the needs of the students
possess a sense of responsibility for the learning of all of the students
has experience with technology strongly desired.
Fluent in Spanish

… firmly believes:

all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success

Primary Responsibilities
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to: teaching students in the area of elementary education all subjects
assessing student learning and developing responses to learning
reporting and communicating to parents and families
engaging in professional development.

 

Educator Apprentice, Elementary – #5056 Spring Lake Park Schools

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Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose – “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses.” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility, and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.
 
SUMMARY:
With supervision, partner with licensed Spring Lake Park Public Schools’ staff in the implementation of a comprehensive educational program for students in grades K-4.   Staff are expected to participate as part of a classroom environment that is multicultural/gender and ability fair/developmentally appropriate, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn.  This may include working with students in individual, small group, and large group environments in the general education setting, as well as partnering with staff as a guest teacher. The ability to assist students with the acquisition of academic, study, and social skills commensurate with pre-college academic content in mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. Additionally, partner with a team of teachers in a PLC to develop and implement project-based learning opportunities for students. Position will begin ASAP, and end as of June 9, 2022.

We anticipate multiple roles supporting students and building upon teaching skills at Centerview Elementary, Northpoint Elementary, and Woodcrest Spanish Immersion Elementary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all expected functions and duties performed. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:Collaborate with team members on the planning and delivery of instruction in a variety of subjects.
Collaborate with team members on the planning and implementation of project-based learning opportunities.
Implement and maintain school programs and services for students with disabilities.
Act as a liaison between the students, family, community, and the school.
Work effectively with an interdisciplinary team and have the ability to work independently.
Work with school staff to provide academic and behavior support to classroom teachers.
Provide mediation support to assist students with conflict; assist students in development of self-advocacy skills.
Use technology skills to organize and deliver school programs and student services.
Meet District standards for employee performance and attendance.
Participate in staff development/professional growth activities relevant to position, responsibilities and school improvement plans.
Perform related duties as assigned/requested.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The successful candidate will be an individual who …can effectively meet school, student, and program needs.
maintain confidentiality.
has knowledge of related educational programs and the school community.
is competent in use of computers and other technology equipment
has ability to act in a leadership role and independently initiate and follow through on tasks under minimal supervision.
has strong organizational skills.
can demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in working with students, families, and community representatives and in collaborating with school personnel.

… firmly believes:

all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:Ability to follow teacher’s plans and directions, working effectively in collaboration with others.
Ability to collaborate with teachers in the development of instructional plans, as well as ability to deliver such content
Ability to assist with academic skills and content
Ability to implement individual education plans
Ability to support students in various educational settings throughout the school day
Some lifting of 40 pounds or greater may be required.

Technology Support Specialist – #5038, Spring Lake Park Schools

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Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, and creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Technology Support Specialist
Technology & Information Systems Department
229 Duty Days

SUMMARY:  Under the leadership of District Technology Coordinator, provide technology support of district technology including: Apple and PC computers, laptops, tablets, iPads, printers, presentation devices, classroom technology, staff and student technology, telecommunication, and all related application systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following and other duties as assigned:

Support district  technology: Provide technical support in the maintenance, troubleshooting and use of a variety of systems; Apple Mac and Windows desktops and laptops, iPad, Smartboards, projectors, sound enhancement systems, wired and wireless networks, phones, security systems, food service systems, copy and printing systems; and district server systems.

Support district applications: Provide technical support for a variety of application across multiple operating systems; Mac OS X, Windows, IOS, VMWare, Office 365, Exchange, Sharepoint, Student Information Systems, Library System, Microsoft Office Applications, Schoology, Windows 7 , Windows 8, cloud based applications, testing applications, building security, database applications and network monitoring applications.
Ability to process work requests; from receipt to completion using communications, prioritization, technical, trouble shooting and documentation skills. Develop documentation and self-help materials, to support district and building technology.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, document work and develop process documentation. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

•         Interpersonal skills, including ability to work well with others, be polite, helpful, courteous and compassionate
•         Ability to maintain regular attendance and work varying hours
•         Ability and willingness to take initiative and responsibility in leading projects with little to no direction
•         Conflict resolution skills
•         Organizational skills
•         Group presentation skills
•         Advanced computer skills
•         Knowledge of data processing in education environment
•         Ability to seek out input and collaborate with other people and departments
•         Ability to lead team meetings

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job. The employee is regularly required to sit and use hands and hand tools to repair and service electronic equipment in a safe manor. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and lift or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, work in ceiling spaces, and work on ladders.

Head Custodian – #5053 Spring Lake Park Schools

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Head Custodian

Position Function

Under direct supervision of the Director of Facilities, Director of Human Resources and School Principal, to provide responsible daily custodial operations, maintaining a sanitary and safe facility for students, employees and the public; minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure; ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner and overseeing and supporting assigned custodians in the performance of their assignments.

Essential Functions

Cleans assigned school facilities (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, grounds) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe work environment.
Delivers various items and materials (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture) for the purpose of ensuring adequate supplies to the appropriate parties.
Informs students, other site personnel and supervisor for the purpose of providing information regarding activities, safety and/or proper maintenance of facilities.
Inspects school facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in clean condition, and identifying necessary repairs.
Leads, directs and assists in organizing written work schedules and written performance inspections of custodial employees.
Maintains active custodial substitute lists for the purpose of scheduling substitutes as necessary, including floating custodian assignments.
Maintain preventative maintenance schedule for heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, including quarterly air filter changes, fan motors and belts.
Oversees minor maintenance work performed by custodial staff.
Maintains inventory of supplies.  Develops requisitions with building custodians for school and cleaning supplies.
Meets with principals and custodians to provide reports on building needs and conditions.
Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, alarms) for the purpose of taking appropriate action to resolve immediate safety issues and maintaining a functioning educational environment.
Evaluates custodians areas visited using evaluation reports provided by the Manager of Support Services.
Checks buildings and grounds to ensure that they are properly cleaned.
Ensures shrubs, lawns and flower beds are trimmed clean and safe.
Arranges furniture and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, classroom activities and events.
Maintains records relating to employees’ time, performance and overtime list.
Works with school district employees, service companies and contractors to maintain and improve the work environment.
Works with school principals or designee developing work orders.
Solicits price proposals from vendors for supplies and equipment and assists  with soliciting of price proposals from outside contractors.
Instructs custodial employees on how to respond to system failures, location shut off procedures for water, fire sprinklers, gas and electric.
Trains assigned personnel for the purpose of developing professional trade and safety awareness skills.
Attends in-service training (e.g. blood born pathogens, cleaning solvents, floor care, first aid, etc.) for the purpose of receiving information on new and/or improved procedures.

Additional Duties
Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring a clean, safe work environment.
Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.
Use of personal computer.

Safety Requirements

Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.
Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.
Must comply with school district’s chemical hygiene program and follow MSDS sheets.

Travel Requirements
Frequent travel between schools, or between schools and the Central Office, is required.

Work Schedules
Must work standard schedule and overtime as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to read labels on containers and materials used in the course of work.
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
Ability to process paperwork accurately according to standardized procedures.
Knowledge of how to use equipment, and train others in the use of equipment.
Organizational and time management skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.
See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Entrepreneurship, Economics & Business Instructor – #5055, Spring Lake Park Schools

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Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose — “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, and creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Business Teacher or Social Studies Teacher (with emphasis in Economics), 1.0 FTE
Spring Lake Park High School
Start Date: 2021-2022 School Year

Position Overview

The priority of this position is to create the conditions within Spring Lake Park High School for students to successfully navigate business curriculum in the 21st century. Our school has an amazing population of diverse learners, with wide ranging skills.  We are looking for teachers who can create personalized and engaging experiences so that each student feels valued, inspired and has a sense of belonging, resulting in college readiness and aspirations for success.

The successful candidate will be an individual who …

… firmly believes:

all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of each student;
in commitment to partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
in creating and fostering an inclusive environment, and meeting academic, social, and emotional needs of each student

Primary Responsibilities

A successful Teacher at Spring Lake Park High School is:

Focused on knowing each student by name, strength, interest and need, leading to personalized student work and learning experiences
Confident in their abilities to teach in multiple modes (Brick and Mortar, Hybrid and Online)
Able to approach learning from a student centered platform vs a teacher centered platform
Innovate and can blend learning across multiple subject areas, and regularly collaborate with peers in learning communities within the school and district
Interested in ongoing communication with families, not only to report success and struggles, but to build relationships
An educator who can analyze data, set goals, learn individually and collaboratively, implement new learning, and monitor, assess, and adjust practice