To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.
Family/Consumer Science Teacher (FACS)
Superintendent, School District of Somerset
The School District of Somerset is seeking a Superintendent beginning on July 1, 2025, with a base salary range expected to be $160,000-$170,000 (based on experience); other benefits to be negotiated.
The School District of Somerset has elements of rural and suburban communities and includes five municipalities: Town of Richmond, Town of St. Joseph, Town of Somerset, Town of Star Prairie, Village of Somerset. The Village of Somerset has a population of approximately 3,343. Somerset is located in northwest Wisconsin, approximately 35 minutes northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, and 75 minutes northwest of Eau Claire. The school district spans over 57 square miles. The District has 182 employees with many years of service, and a general fund budget of over $18,500,000.
Somerset offers a variety of housing options and rural living located in one of the fastest growing counties in Wisconsin, with the St. Croix River to the west and the Apple River passing through town. The district partners with Northwood Technical College and the University of Minnesota. The location offers options for advanced degrees or training for specialty occupations with UW-River Falls and other Twin Cities universities nearby.
The District serves 1,452 (PK-12) students in one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school on one campus, also offering virtual learning for 6-12 students. The School District of Somerset is committed to a focus on educational excellence for its students, professional staff, and entire community. The district’s mission is to engage, educate, and empower all learners, bridging their passions to pathways to create successful futures and positively contribute to our local and global communities.
Somerset operates under the core values of believing:
- Each and every person is capable of success.
- Each and every person is accepted and valued.
- In empowering all learners.
- Change is our opportunity for growth.
- Involved communities foster strong schools.
- Lifelong learning is essential for personal growth.
- In cultivating leaders.
District Highlights
- With a score of 70.9 the School District of Somerset “Exceeds Expectations” on the Wisconsin DPI State Report Card
- Somerset Middle School and High School have been ranked in the Top 100 Schools by US News & World Report
- Two passed referendums in the past five years (2019, 2023) totaling $51.5M
- New performing arts center opening in Summer 2025
- One campus increases opportunities for collaboration
- Newly renovated stadium – track and football field
- Over 50% of teachers hold advanced degrees
- Numerous partnerships with local businesses
Visit the School District of Somerset Website for more information: https://www.somerset.k12.wi.us/
Search Timeline – All Application Materials Due By: May 14, 2025
Week of May 19, 2025 : Board first-round interviews
Week of May 26, 2025 : Finalists Day in the District, Board conducts final interviews
Late May 2025 : Superintendent’s hiring approved/announced
July 1, 2025 : Superintendent contract formally begins
For questions regarding the Superintendent search process and timeline contact:
Mike Richie, Vice President, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates
Email: [email protected]
Scott Winch, Senior Associate, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates
Email: [email protected]
For specific questions relating to the School District of Somerset Superintendent position contact:
Bruce Baillargeon, School Board President at [email protected]
Director of Research, Analysis, and Systemic Improvement
Assignment Information:
Our Director of Research, Analysis, and Systemic Improvement, is a full-time, full year position.
The terms and conditions of this position are covered by an individual contract.
Salary and benefits are regionally competitive. Salary is commensurate with the incumbents experience and qualifications. Minimum salary is $126,000.
Summary/Primary Objective of Position:
Director of Research, Analysis, and Systemic Improvement directs the district’s research, evaluation, improvement and assessment functions to support data-informed decision making aligned with the district’s strategic priorities. This director position reports to the associate superintendent and provides leadership in research methodologies, data analysis, program evaluation, and assessment systems to improve educational outcomes for all students.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Research and Data Analysis Leadership
• Lead the design and implementation of research projects aligned with district initiatives using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies
• Guide administrative and teacher teams in use of research findings to make instructional decisions aimed at improving student outcomes
• Build and maintain a district-wide culture of effective data use for continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain comprehensive data systems, dashboards, and reporting tools to monitor key performance indicators
• Analyze complex educational data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform district decision-making
• Apply advanced statistical techniques to evaluate program effectiveness and student achievement
• Establish research-based frameworks for measuring progress toward strategic goals
• Design and implement a system for research approval and institutional review for both internal and external research studies
2. Strategic Planning and Evaluation
• Serve as primary advisor to District and School administrators on strategic priorities, evaluation, and performance monitoring
• Develop and implement a system and process for managing, monitoring, and reporting related to key performance indicators of effectiveness
• Develop and implement program evaluation frameworks to assess effectiveness of district initiatives
• Develop and implement accountability framework to monitor and improve academic achievement aligned to strategic goals
• Collaborate on design and analysis of stakeholder surveys to inform continuous improvement
• Provide guidance and support for development of action plan accountability measures
• Train school leaders in use of data for continuous improvement planning
• Develop presentations for administrative teams, teaching staff, School Board and public on district performance and effectiveness
3. Assessment and Accountability
• Supervise the district assessment program to ensure proper administration of all standardized testing
• Interpret and implement state and federal assessment and accountability requirements
• Prepare technical reports and presentations of assessment results for various stakeholders
• Design assessment professional learning to help administrators and staff utilize data effectively
• Develop comparative achievement profiles at school and district levels
• Monitor student performance to ensure equitable assessment practices
• Coordinate federal and state accountability analysis and required improvement planning
4. Serve as a member of the District’s administrative team and actively participate in the development, implementation, and achievement of District goals, and individual mutual commitments tied directly to District goals.
5. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
High School Assistant Principal for Experiential Learning, 1.0 FTE 12 months
Summary:
Under the supervision of the High School Principal, the High School Assistant Principal for Experiential Learning provides instructional leadership, supervision, and management in implementing the policies of the School Board. The Assistant Principal oversees teaching, learning, and other activities at the VANTAGE and MOMENTUM Programs at Minnetonka High School and VANTAGE/MOMENTUM building.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist the principal in developing and carrying out the school’s vision, mission, and goals.
- Serve as a member of the District’s administrative team and actively participate in the development, implementation, and achievement of the District’s goals with a focus on experiential learning.
- Build strong, deep and authentic relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Support a positive, caring and student-centered school culture.
- Actively participate in the recruitment, selection, assignment, evaluation, and professional development of staff members for the VANTAGE and MOMENTUM. Supervise and evaluate licensed and non-licensed staff.
- Lead the development, recruitment, and implementation of experiential and inquiry based learning opportunities for the VANTAGE and MOMENTUM programs such as project partners, mentors, and guest instructors.
- Share responsibility for building security for property and persons, including providing supervision of specific areas of the building and managing general operations such as budget, parking, supplies and equipment of the VANTAGE/MOMENTUM building.
- Support the Student Support Services team around ensuring all students find success and the necessary support.
- Support the work of innovation at the building with staff and students.
- Maintain high standards for student behavior and enforcing discipline as necessary in accordance with student handbook and district policy.
- Provide feedback/coaching to staff that emphasizes maximizing the student experience, continued professional growth, and focus on cultivating a positive school culture.
- Lead professional development in the building around the experiential learning framework.
- Create, and maintain partnerships with parents, community members, business partners, advisory boards, post-secondary institutions about experiential learning opportunities Serve as the principal’s liaison at school and at professional public meetings in the principal’s absence.
- Attend student activities, games, and special events. Be a visible presence in the school and actively engage with the school community.
- Attend local, state and national conferences, conventions and workshops as assigned.
Special Education Teacher, ID, Long Term Substitute
Meyer Middle School is seeking a dynamic Special Education Teacher with a passion for inspiring and encouraging ALL students to reach their potential through hard work and character to serve as a full time long term substitute from August 25, 2025 through approximately November 25, 2025. Candidates must be able to create a positive and safe learning environment by first having the skills to build meaningful connections with students and also by providing individualized or small group specialized academic instruction. Applicants must also be able to model and promote the positive character traits we expect to see in our students, including a strong work ethic, positive attitude, perseverance, growth mindset, collaborative and compassionate toward the needs of others. Further, we are seeking candidates with strong communication and organizational skills.
Candidates must have or be eligible for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) teaching license in intellectual disabilities or cross-categorical special education. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students with intellectual disabilities.
Applications will be screened as they are submitted and candidates may be contacted for interviews prior to the close date of the job posting.
Applications must be submitted through WECAN https://wecan.waspa.org/ using certified staff vacancy ID#233454
Ojibwe Language Instructor and Curriculum Developer
Category: Teachers Secondary/Special Assignment
Date Posted: 4/16/2025
Location: Multi-Building
Ojibwe Language Instructor and Curriculum Developer
The Richfield Public School is now accepting applications for an Ojibwe Language Instructor and Curriculum Developer for the 2025-26 school year.
This position will develop materials and lesson plans; conduct instruction; regularly evaluate instructional material for grade appropriateness; and continually assess student development and performance all in a fully proficient manner as defined in the five domains from the District’s Framework For Teaching; develop curriculum and a scope and sequence around Ojibwe Language 1, 2, and 3 courses both creating synchronous and asynchronous opportunities for student learning. Procuring materials and resources to create robust language learning. The ideal candidate will support the professional development and learning experiences for students, staff, and community members in Ojibwe language and culture.
In Richfield Public Schools, we believe that all students are capable of achieving their dreams with the right educational foundation. Students in Richfield will receive a challenging, engaging and relevant academic experience, which will prepare them for college, career and life. You can be part of helping students succeed by joining our district to take your educational career to the next level.