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Assistant Middle School Principal at Minnetonka Middle School East

Assistant Middle School Principal at Minnetonka Middle School East

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Minnetonka Middle School West (MME) is one of two middle schools in the Minnetonka Public Schools.  MME currently serves approximately 1,300 students in grades 6-8.
MME Website:  https://www.minnetonkaschools.org/schools/middle-schools/mme

Job Responsibilities:

  1. Assist the principal in providing leadership in the development of and the fulfillment of the school’s vision, mission, and goals.
  2. Serve as a member of the District’s administrative team and actively participate in the development, implementation, and achievement of District goals
  3. Responsible for working with students on disciplinary issues, entering into counseling relationships, making necessary referrals to other staff members and communicating directly with parents, as appropriate.
  4. Actively participate in the recruitment, selection, staff development, and evaluation of staff members.
    Communicate with parents, community members, and parent organizations concerning school programs and activities.
  5. Share responsibility for building security for property and persons, including providing supervision of specific areas of the building.
  6. Develop and complete mutual commitments tied directly to District goals.
  7. Serve as the principal’s liaison at school and at professional public meetings in the principal’s absence.
  8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Teacher, Careers in Education

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Nature of Work:

Incumbents are responsible for teaching students in assigned disciplines in classrooms, small groups, or at home; adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests; developing individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical, or social development; establishing and enforcing rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students; administering tests to help determine students’ developmental levels, needs, or potential; and conferring with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students’ behavioral or academic problems.

Typical Class Responsibilities: 

– Implements and delivers instructional activities to students; instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and resources; monitors and assesses student progress and competency mastery, which includes: identifying appropriate assessment methods; developing and administering tests; grading assigned student work; providing performance feedback; and performing other related activities.
– Develops, implements, and evaluates curriculum; establishes learning objectives; prepares and evaluates lesson plans; evaluates and selects instructional resources and/or specialized resources; adapts materials and curriculum to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
– Manages student behavior, which includes: developing and implementing classroom rules and applicable disciplinary procedures; assisting in the administration of applicable behavioral policies and rules; and providing appropriate interventions and strategies to address behavior issues.
– Maintains accurate and complete student records including grades, achievements, development, and attendance; ensures Due Process rights of students are maintained, as applicable; and develops and writes Individualized Educational Plans and associated reports, as applicable.
– Participates in a variety of meetings, which may include: parent or guardian conferences, special education briefings, staff and/or committee meetings, staff development sessions, and/or other related meetings.
– Performs related support functions, which may include: preparing correspondence and reports; responding to inquiries; and performing related duties.
– Provides feedback to education and student assistants; gives direction to assistants as necessary.
– Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Functional Class Responsibilities: 

– Supports students to explore a variety of entry-level careers in the educational field.
– Develops relationships to motivate students to reach their potential.
– Creates cutting-edge lessons using technology that engages learners from a variety of backgrounds.
– Cultivates the skills to reach learners with many abilities and from many cultures.
– Provides the opportunity to earn college credit, scholarships, and career experiences.

Long Term Substitute Teacher, B/VI

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Nature of Work:

Incumbents are responsible for teaching students in assigned disciplines in classrooms, small groups, or at home; adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests; developing individual educational plans designed to promote students’ educational, physical, or social development; establishing and enforcing rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students; administering tests to help determine students’ developmental levels, needs, or potential; and conferring with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students’ behavioral or academic problems.

Typical Class Responsibilities: 

Implements and delivers instructional activities to students; instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and resources; monitors and assesses student progress and competency mastery, which includes: identifying appropriate assessment methods; developing and administering tests; grading assigned student work; providing performance feedback; and performing other related activities.
Develops, implements, and evaluates curriculum; establishes learning objectives; prepares and evaluates lesson plans; evaluates and selects instructional resources and/or specialized resources; adapts materials and curriculum to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
Manages student behavior, which includes: developing and implementing classroom rules and applicable disciplinary procedures; assisting in the administration of applicable behavioral policies and rules; and providing appropriate interventions and strategies to address behavior issues.
Maintains accurate and complete student records including grades, achievements, development, and attendance; ensures Due Process rights of students are maintained, as applicable; and develops and writes Individualized Educational Plans and associated reports, as applicable.
Participates in a variety of meetings, which may include: parent or guardian conferences, special education briefings, staff and/or committee meetings, staff development sessions, and/or other related meetings.
Performs related support functions, which may include: preparing correspondence and reports; responding to inquiries; and performing related duties.
Provides feedback to education and student assistants; gives direction to assistants as necessary.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Speech Language Pathologist

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Nature of Work:

Incumbents are responsible for providing clinical and educational service to students with communication disorders, and providing consultation to families, teachers and other staff. Responsibilities may include: conducting communication screenings, assessments and evaluations for students and analyzing test results; providing treatment to students with communication disorders using various tools, techniques or strategies; providing direct or indirect services in alignment with IEP’s; providing recommendations, consultation and trainings to families, teachers and other staff; and preparing a variety of reports, documents and correspondence.

Typical Class Responsibilities: 

– Performs IEP (Individualized Education Program) evaluations regarding language, speech, voice, cognitive-communication, and related disorders, which includes: administering testing; interpreting results; providing integrated description of client, including diagnosis; and creating and implementing solutions in a classroom setting.
– Manages cases which includes conducting observations, preparing for treatments, and consulting with individuals, families, groups, or staff regarding cases and monitoring case progress.
– Prepares clinical documentation, reports, and/or correspondence, which includes: treatment plans; progress notes; treatment reviews; clinical charts; third party insurance billing; and, other related paperwork.
– Supports classroom staff members on speech-related topic areas.
– Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Braillist

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Nature of Work:

Incumbents are responsible for transcribing classroom materials from print to braille. Responsibilities may include adapting images, charts, and related materials following established guidelines; identifying need for use of an outside vendor; format, proof, and bind materials; and ordering materials.

Typical Class Responsibilities: 

– Transcribes classroom materials from print to braille; inputs text either by scanning materials or typing into the designated braille software and technology; and formats, proofs, embosses, and binds materials determines whether materials shall be transcribed internally or through an external vendor.
– Creates tactile materials including images, graphs, charts, and maps.
– Adapts small books by adding braille.
– Orders materials including braille textbooks, workbooks, and literature from State Services for the Blind.
– Creates and/or maintains a variety of forms, files, logs, lists, schedules, records, and other related documentation related to assigned program area.
– Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Educational Services Program Coordinator, Curriculum and Data

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Nature of Work:

Under the direction of the Director of Education Services, the Curriculum & Data Specialist trains, coaches, and consults with district staff to develop/revise, and implement standards-based curriculum and essential learning outcomes. This position requires knowledge of curriculum development, standards, assessment tools, assessment data analysis, and of district/state regulations and procedures, the ability to assume responsibility and work effectively under pressure while maintaining confidentiality, and the demonstration of strong interpersonal skills.

Typical Class Responsibilities: 

– Plans, develops, and implements professional development, instructional services, and learning resources for teachers.
– Assesses and evaluates the effectiveness of the curriculum and instructional services; identifies program enhancements and modifications; identifies when training or technology support is needed; establishes training schedules; and provides coaching and mentoring support and programs.
– Develops, implements, administers, and monitors programs in accordance with District goals ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, best practices, quality, and related standards.
– Maintains tracking systems and prepares reports to assist with the evaluation and review of various programs.
– Collaborates, facilitates, and attends meetings with administrators, teachers, staff, other districts, and member networks to share and provide curriculum leadership.
– Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Functional Class Responsibilities: 

– Assists with the implementation of our Vision for Student Learning and our Vision for Equity.
– Leads curriculum adoption and implementation for curricula, including the development and implementation of scope and sequence 6-12.
– Leads subject area curriculum teams to review standards and curriculum.
– Defines and implements Tier 1 learning theories for literacy and math instruction in collaboration with content area specialists.
– Coordinates, facilitates, and provides training, including in-classroom coaching for building staff necessary to implement and maintain adopted curricula.
– Models instructional and assessment strategies, including those to differentiate for work with diverse learners.
– Supports and coordinates mentors for general education staff (ALC/CTC).
– Manages licensure renewal and CEU’s through Keep Certified.
– Coordinates and works in partnership with the CEU Committee.
– Provides regular program data-based evaluative feedback with suggested plans for amelioration of any targeted areas of concern to the Director and other stakeholders.
– Assists staff in the use of assessment data to guide instruction and site-level decisions.
– Develops a plan for and implement data collection and analysis around the efficacy of curriculum implementation.
– Coordinates with staff purchase and delivery of curriculum materials as needed.  Coaches and mentors teachers new to content area instruction.
– Connects building staff to resources required for successful implementation of the curriculum.
– Acts as a liaison for curriculum implementation between building staff and district/school administration.
– Supports classroom teachers in accessing and utilizing online components of district curriculum.
– Collaborates with the IT Technology Specialists when adopting and implementing new technology in support of District initiatives and student and adult learning.
– Supports staff on the integration and implementation of technology to achieve “Tier 3” learning environments.
– Provides leadership in the selection, development, and maintenance of materials for teachers to gain the skills necessary to effectively integrate technology as a tool for productivity, communication, research, problem-solving, student engagement, and decision making.
– Supports and contributes to the TLS department in the creation and maintenance of the departmental websites.
– Keeps abreast and continues professional growth of best teaching practices, assessment strategies, and new technology developments to foster the integration of all into teacher instruction to benefit student learning.
– Facilitates and participates in staff and other professional meetings as may be assigned or necessary.
– Demonstrates positive relationship skills with students, parents, and district staff, maintaining ongoing and open communication.
– Uses technology for communication, presentations, training, instruction, and workshops.
– Possesses knowledge of and adheres to Governing Policies and District Regulations and procedures.
– Participates in special projects as assigned and performs related duties and key responsibilities consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
– Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.