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Associate Director

Associate Director

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Primary Responsibilities

  • Serve as MSHSL Associate Director, modeling the mission and beliefs of the MSHSL
  • Support athletes, coaches, administrators, and school communities as they maximize opportunities to provide education-based athletic and fine arts activities
  • Communicate with member school personnel regarding the value of providing education-based activities and athletics and the value for students of participation in League-sponsored activities
  • Administer eligibility and compliance of all MSHSL rules, policies and bylaws
  • Serve as an eligibility and compliance contact for all MSHSL member schools and constituents
  • Collaborate with the members of the MSHSL administrative team, support staff, Board of Directors, Region Committees, Coaches Associations, Coaches Advisory Committees, and Member Schools
  • Assist the Executive Director in preparing and administering the rules, policies and bylaws of the MSHSL
  • Assist the Board of Directors, the Representative Assembly and Region Committees in preparing, reviewing and administering the rules policies and bylaws of the MSHSL
  • Work with MSHSL legal counsel and legislative lobbyist as required
  • Serve as a staff liaison for the MSHSL Board of Directors Eligibility Committee
  • Serve as the staff liaison and coordinate the MSHSL Sports Medicine Advisory Committee, including all health, wellness and safety initiatives as well as supervising the assignment of medical personnel for all MSHSL state tournaments
  • Assist at statewide meetings by speaking at conferences, leading discussion groups, instructing ADs and serving as a staff liaison to assigned ad hoc/task force committees
  • Administer, organize and manage MSHSL athletic activities as assigned, including but not limited to: develop related initiatives for each activity, director of the state tournament, assignment of tournament personnel, selection of tournament officials, plan collaboratively with site personnel, rule interpretations, networking with coaches and officials, processing incident reports
  • Prepare budgets, review and negotiate site contracts and administer expenditures and reimbursements to officials, tournament personnel and participating teams for all areas of assigned responsibilities
  • Develop collegial relationships with coaches’ associations for the major fall, winter and spring tournaments assigned to this position
  • Serve as a representative and spokesperson for the League by:
    • Speaking at League meetings, school functions, community events, and professional conferences and workshops
    • Writing on issues related to areas of assigned responsibilities and other educational issues in League publications and other education publications
    • Preparing reports as required and requested by the Executive Director or Board of Directors
    • Serving on state and national committees as League representative
    • Providing interviews for newspapers, other publications, radio and television as a representative of the League
    • Preparing press releases to promote areas of assigned responsibilities
    • Preparing and delivering speeches at functions such as athletic banquets, pre-season parent meetings, and other school functions
  • Chair sport association ad hoc committees as may be assigned from time to time
  • Other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director

Desired Personal Qualities

  • Leadership
  • Effective Communicator
  • Collaborative and Supportive
  • Data Processing and Information Synthesis
  • Judgement and problem Analysis
  • Interpersonal Relationship Skills
  • Teambuilding Skills
  • Policy Formation and Governance
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Motivated

Desired Qualifications

  • Minimum of a BA or BS with evidence of continuing education. Additional certification, or an MA or higher in administration or leadership is preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership in the administration of League sponsored athletic and fine arts activities at the local, regional and/or state level or leadership in a similar organization.
  • Demonstrated belief and action supporting the MSHSL Why We Play initiative and philosophy in the candidate’s school, community or organization.
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills in small and large group settings.
  • Evidence of a student-centered educational philosophy and leadership.
  • Proficient, efficient and innovative in technological applications in the areas of communication, collaboration, organization, and instruction.
  • Ability to organize and administer comprehensive high school activities and develop related initiatives for educational administrators, activity directors and other school personnel.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, administer and evaluate people and programs.
  • Identified leadership in the candidate’s current position to develop initiatives in the school/school community or in conjunction with other outreach programs.
  • Supervisory experience for coaches, teachers, or other school personnel.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, term life, and disability insurance
  • Sick leave, vacation
  • 403(b) retirement plan match with a personal contribution
  • Salary commensurate with professional qualifications, experience and comparable positions in other Section 4 and 5 High School Associations
  • Other benefits as may be provided by the Board of Directors

Application Requirements

  • One-page letter expressing interest in MSHSL employment
  • Resume detailing administrative and program management experiences
  • An original article, suitable for publication, detailing the values students learn through participation in education-based athletic and fine arts activities
  • Specific information relative to the candidate’s involvement/development of local or statewide initiatives to promote leadership, collaboration with colleagues, educational seminars or similar leadership workshops
  • Maximum of three (3) letters of reference may be provided
  • Permission for background check to be done as a requirement for the selected candidate
  • Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three additional persons who can speak about the candidate’s skills in fulfilling the primary responsibilities of this position
  • Information requested for this position must be submitted to [email protected]

Timeline

Announcement of position opening                        February 17, 2020
Deadline for receiving applications                         March 20, 2020
Announce selection of Associate Director              TBD
Begin Employment                                                     June 15 – July 6, 2020

Contact

Additional Information: Contact Minnesota State High School League at 763-560-2262

High School Guidance Counselor-Preferred Bilingual (Spanish)

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Guidance Counselor

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with information on career and or educational opportunities; administer and interpret career assessment tools; and assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans.

Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesAssists students in evaluating students’ aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation.
Assists students in making course and subject selections, as well as with evaluating career interests and choices.
Assists in the scheduling of classes.
Obtains and disseminates information regarding occupational opportunities to students and to classes studying occupations.
Assists students with admissions, scholarship and identifying employment opportunities.
Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with guidance services.
Researches educational and career opportunities, and coordinates with teachers, college and university personnel, resource specialists, and business and community organizations for the purpose of providing information, and making recommendations.
Assists with the registration and orientation students who are new to the school regarding procedures and educational opportunities.
Assists with the school district’s dropout prevention efforts.
Serves as ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity.
Plans and coordinates field trips to institutions of higher learning, businesses and other organizations related to guidance responsibilities.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated 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
Uses 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.

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Experience working with diverse and EL students.
Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of college/university admissions processes, scholarship programs and other educational opportunities.
Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note:    Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:Minnesota State Certification as a Guidance Counselor.
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
EducationBachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Experience
Successful prior counselor experience with diverse population.

FLSA Status:

Exempt Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Assistant Track & Field Coach

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Assistant Track & Field Coach
Chaska High School
For Specific Information contact Jon Summer at [email protected]

Position Start Date:  03/09/2020
Salary:  Based on CEA Master Agreement

Duties/Qualifications:

Provide leadership in the overall operation of the Chaska Hawks Track & Field program
Preference for coach with pole vault experience
Track knowledge/experience
Good communication skills
Respect/recognition of youth needs
Head coaching license/certification or ability to obtain

Background check will be conducted.

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

Application Procedure:  Apply online at:  http://www.district112.org.  (Only online applications will be accepted).

Junior High Softball Coach

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Lewiston-Altura High School is now accepting applications for junior high softball coach for the 2020 season. For more information and to apply online got www.lewalt.k12.mn.us. Questions can be directed to Brian Menk at 507-522-3295.

I.T. Support Technician

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POSITION:
In this role, the I.T. Support Technician will perform duties related to Hiawatha Valley Education District’s Information Technology in the following functional areas: networking, PC/Laptop imaging and cleanup, inventory updates, hardware updates, and new employee hardware setups.  This position will also be assigned various I.T. projects as assigned by the I.T. Manager. This position is working up to 40 hours per week.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in MIS, CS, IS, or IT or currently working towards their Associate’s or Bachelor’s in these related fields
Takes initiative to work on projects and troubleshoot
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to train others one-on-one and in a group setting