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Early Childhood School Readiness Preschool Teacher

Early Childhood School Readiness Preschool Teacher

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.86 FTE – Early Childhood School Readiness Preschool Teacher – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:15 AM to 4 PM and Wednesday 8:15 AM to 11:30 AM

1. Using district and program instructional procedures, provide preschool education to children in the assigned classroom.  This includes implementation of social-emotional strategies and supports, assessment, curriculum and instruction

2. Attend professional development provided by the district and program, including workshops, presentations, coaching sessions, staff meetings and professional learning in instructional practice

3. Develop strong relationships with children to promote learning and partnerships with parents/caregivers to promote family engagement; conduct parent-teacher conferences and ongoing communication with families

4. Collaborate with colleagues in a variety of ways, including planning instruction and collaborative teaching in an inclusive setting

5. Direct and delegate paraprofessionals in supporting the classroom

6. Complete and submit all required program records, assessments and data according to timelines; record children’s skills in areas of language, physical, social and emotional development

7. Promote a positive image of Centennial Schools and the Centennial Preschool program, and contribute to a positive, respectful, professional working environment

8. Demonstrate regular attendance, arrive on time and follow assigned work schedule correctly

9. Provide a safe, nurturing educational environment for children, including those with special needs

10. Collaborate with parent educators who plan and implement parent education

11. Plan field trips and on-site activities throughout the year

12. Collaborate with district lead and kindergarten teachers to ensure pre-K and K alignment

13. Meet with the supervisor on a regular basis as needed to discuss curriculum plans, classroom needs, etc.

14. Participate in staff meetings

15. Assists in other capacities as determined by the supervisor and/or director

Director of Teaching & Learning

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DIRECTOR OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Teaching and Learning provides district-wide coordination and leadership in the establishment of systems for continuous improvement; curriculum evaluation; testing assessment; and student learning performance and staff development at all levels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Directs and coordinates all general education learner programming to include online and summer school options.
Oversees specialized programming such as Gifted and Talented, AVID, and District-wide equity work, regularly evaluating district and individual performance and making changes as necessary to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
Oversees state and federal funded programs including Indian Education Program, Achievement and Integration, Title I, and ADSIS.
Capitalizes on new and innovative strategies as they relate to curriculum, instruction and assessment.
Collaborates with and provides direction to the administrative teams in monitoring and articulating student achievement, site and program goals.
Continually reviews district programming in light of best practices to improve instruction and increase student achievement.
Oversees and coordinates all pre-K through grade 12 assessments.
Evaluates, interprets and uses testing data to improve instructional practices.
Coordinates K-12 curriculum development, implementation, review, and materials adoptions ensuring alignment throughout the District with best practices and state and federal standards.
Coordinates instructional and curricular changes, developing and implementing staff development as needed to ensure effective implementation of such.
Collaborates with the high school administration to support and direct ALC programming
Collaborates with Special Services to coordinate, implement, and monitor multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) district-wide.
Coordinates with the Technology department to integrate technology with instructional programming.
Reports to the Board and Superintendent to set educational goals and report educational progress within the district.
Provides leadership and coordinates district and on-site committees, including the World’s Best Workforce.
Advises and collaborates with staff and the public in planning, problem-solving and coordinating educational services throughout the district based upon research, best practices, financial requirements, educational needs and district long and short range planning.
Coordinates staff development, teacher development and evaluation, and new mentor/new teaching programming.
Prepares and submits local, federal and state reports for curriculum, testing, student achievement, and staff development activities, outcomes, or results.
Plans, implements, and monitors budgets for all areas of Teaching and Learning.
Collaborates to develops and revise District policies and regulations related to Teaching and Learning for School Board approval.
Performs other duties of a comparable level or type, as required.

Provides professional expertise and assistance to individuals, other district staff and the community concerning areas of instructional expertise/knowledge.
Attends training sessions, conferences, seminars, district and departmental meetings.
Keeps abreast of changing developments, trends, instructional and educational technologies.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent.
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 standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:Learning processes, models, theories, and educational technologies, trends and developments.
Knowledge of district organizational structure and administrative policies and procedures.
Principles, best practices, techniques and methods applied to the assessment, measurement and evaluation of curriculum, student achievement and instruction.
Fundamental of school finance.
Pertinent laws, rules, guidelines and regulations pertaining to areas of accountability.
Knowledge of instructional technologies and software, equipment, tools and devices used presenting instruction, documenting assessments, student progress or other classroom administrative requirements of the district.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Duties are generally performed in a typical district office/school setting where there are minimal environmental hazards and risks.
Note:    Also see the Physical Job Requirements needed to perform the essential functions for this position, included in the job description.

Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:State of MN K-12 Building Principal License
State of MN Superintendent License preferred
Education
Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Educational Administration or related area.

Experience
At least three years teaching experience and experience in curriculum development, assessment and staff development responsibilities.

FLSA Status:       Exempt

Speech Language Pathologist- Secondary School

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Speech Language Pathologist- Secondary School

For More Information contact: Laura Pigry-Kile at [email protected]?

Start Date:  8/31/2021
Days/FTE: 8 hours a day Monday – Friday/ 1.0 FTE
Banded/Graded:  C-5-2
Responsible To:  Building Principal; Special Education Director/Supervisor
Compensation: Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

Qualifications: Valid State of Minnesota License in Speech Language Pathology
Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills:  See attachment

Background check will be conducted.

If you are changing positions or the number of hours you work, your benefits may change.  Please make sure to check the eligibility as listed in the above agreement.

If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Application Procedure:
Please apply online at: http://www.district112.org (only online applications will be accepted).

SPECIAL EDUCATION ABS / SLD / EBD TEACHER

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Job Description:  Full time (1.0 FTE) ABS, SLD or EBD Teacher at Faribault High School (.5 FTE) and Faribault Area Learning Center (.5 FTE).  This position commences with the 2021-22 school year on approximately August 23, 2021.

Faribault Public Schools is a rural Pre-K through Adult School District located about 50 miles south of the Twin-Cities. The school district currently serves approximately 3,700 students in Faribault and our surrounding areas within our community of 23,000 citizens within the city limits. District sites include one early childhood center, three elementary schools K-5, one middle school 6-8, one high school 9-12, one area learning center 9-12 and one education center for adult education.

The historic community of Faribault offers adventure, fun, unique dining, history, shopping and entertainment. Once you arrive you will experience historic landmarks, cultural and artistic gathering places in downtown, 10 lakes within 10 miles with many resorts and campgrounds, 39 beautiful parks within the city, an outdoor aquatic center, miles of bike, walking and snowmobile trails, great lodging and restaurants; enjoy year round recreations such as biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking and so much more.

Compensation/Benefits/Perks:
Faribault Public Schools provides a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. Other benefits include:Substantial personal and sick leave days
Fully paid single health insurance
Annual stipend of up to $1000 for national certifications
Enticing retirement package
Our district educational positions qualify for federal loan forgiveness program
State of the Art Fitness Center open to staff
1:1 Technology for staff use
Work-life balance culture
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Strong mission and vision statements
Numerous before/after school and summer programming for additional income and/or volunteering opportunities.
Solid Community Education programs offering opportunities to create and/or participate in unique programming

In addition to a supportive and collaborative professional environment, the town of Faribault has a number of unique characteristics: Commutable from Twin Cities, right off I35
Centrally located and driving distance within an hour of Mankato, Rochester, Twin Cities
Lots of lakes and good fishing
New downtown revitalization project
Small town feel with many shopping, restaurants & recreational opportunities

Elementary Counselor

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C.E. Jacobson Elementary (PK-6) is looking for a full-time counselor. The licensed school counselor is responsible for providing a school counseling program that is preventative in design, developmental in implementation, and will work with elementary aged students to serve the academic, social, and emotional needs of students. Further responsibilities include: individual, small, and scheduled whole group sessions with students, block scheduling, tracking absences and contacting parents, preparing students for transition to high school; serve as a consultant/partner with educators, families, and community members; intervening during crisis situations; as well as other duties as assigned. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to demonstrate the school-wide PBIS expectations with students so the learned skills transfer back into the general classroom. Hours will be school days, aligned with the Teachers Master Contract.  Applications accepted until the position is filled.

5th Grade Teacher – Literacy Focus

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C.E. Jacobson Elementary (PK-6) is looking for a full-time 5th Grade Teacher with a focus in literacy to begin in the 2021-2022 school year. Our fifth and sixth grade students function in a middle-school-style model and this teacher will spend 85% of their time teaching literacy and literacy-related skills. The ability to build relationships with students, colleagues, and the community will be imperative.  Hours will be school days, aligned with the Teachers Master Contract. Applications accepted until the position is filled.