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Chief Administrative Officer

Chief Administrative Officer

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Position Type:
Cabinet

Location:
Edison Administration Building

Date Available:
Available Now

Closing Date:
11/30/2025

ESTIMATED INTERVIEW DATE: TBD

WORK CALENDAR: 260 duty days per year
Click link to review the 2025-2026 260 Day Calendar

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt; C-A-T-3

SALARY: $177,500 – $203,600 annually (prorated based on a 260 calendar)
Click link below to review the 2024-2026 Cabinet Work Guide & Cabinet Members’ Benefits
Cabinet Work Guide & Cabinet Members’ Benefits 2024-2026

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

Position Summary:

The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) serves as a key member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet and reports directly to the Superintendent of Schools. The CAO provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the district’s Facilities, Finance, Policy and Innovation, Student Nutrition Services, Technology, and Transportation departments—each led by a Director who reports to the CAO.

As the district’s senior leader for administrative operations, the CAO ensures that systems, processes, and resources are effectively aligned to advance student learning and organizational excellence. The CAO leads both ongoing operational implementation and improvement efforts and major change initiatives, such as the adoption of new budget and staffing models or redesign of the district’s transportation systems.

The CAO works collaboratively across departments to identify and review key financial and operational metrics, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and ensure that the district’s operational systems are efficient, transparent, and sustainable. The CAO also attends recurring meetings and serves as a trusted advisor to the Superintendent, Cabinet, and School Board, preparing and presenting agenda items for study or action.

In addition, the CAO partners closely with the Executive Director of Human Resources to negotiate collectively bargained employment contracts and non-union work agreements on behalf of the district, ensuring alignment between financial capacity, operational systems, and workforce priorities.

The CAO models and advances the following leadership competencies across all areas of responsibility:

  • Staff Direction: Provides clear direction to staff that conveys expected actions and intended outcomes.
  • Staff Belonging: Creates a positive work environment in which all staff are valued and empowered to do their best work individually and collectively.
  • Continuous Improvement: Establishes clear departmental goals and uses data and feedback to improve performance over time.
  • Professional Development: Organizes and supports staff participation in learning opportunities that strengthen job performance and leadership capacity.
  • Feedback: Provides staff with specific, actionable feedback highlighting both strengths and growth areas.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Seeks and integrates input from individuals and groups affected by departmental work.
  • Best Practices: Monitors and applies promising practices in each area of responsibility when appropriate and feasible.
  • Execution: Ensures that initiatives are implemented effectively, achieving defined goals and milestones on time and in full.
  • Problem Solving: Responds to challenges by identifying and implementing solutions that sustain progress and operational effectiveness

Through these actions, the Chief Administrative Officer plays a central role in ensuring that Rochester Public Schools operates with integrity, efficiency, and a relentless focus on serving students and families.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience and expertise in school finance and budget management.
  • Demonstrated success in leading cross-departmental teams or functions that include finance, facilities, technology, transportation, or other operational areas.
  • Demonstrated success managing large-scale change initiatives in complex organizations.
  • Strong understanding of organizational systems improvement.
  • Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture centered on service and accountability.
  • Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to advancing efficiency and excellence in all operational practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a K-12 public school district central office.
  • Familiarity with Minnesota school finance and education policy frameworks.
  • Advanced degree in education, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
  • Experience leading collective bargaining processes and contract negotiations.
  • Experience deploying technology solutions to achieve operational efficiencies in centralized finance and other enterprise functions.

Commitment to Equity:

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve.  We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions 

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information:  Visit www.rochesterschools.org to learn more about Rochester Public Schools.

Interim Administrative Dean (Middle School)

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Join Our Team!

At Eastern Carver County Schools, we are committed to creating a school environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and included, and where every child has access to the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Our schools empower students to achieve their personal best, engage in lifelong learning, and be thoughtful and responsible citizens. All employees in our school district play an important role in ensuring this goal is achieved and we would love to have you join our team!

Independent School District 112 is located in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities metropolitan area of Minneapolis.  The District is composed of eight elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools.

Interim Administrative Dean
Chaska Middle School East
For specific information please contact: Greg Martin at [email protected]

Position Dates:  January 5, 2026 – June 12, 2026 Salary:  $122,476 (Salary will be prorated based on contract days in assignment)
Reports To:  Building Principal

Job Summary:
The Administrative Dean is responsible for providing assistance to the Principal in the general administration and management of the building.  The Administrative Dean is the primary administrator and coordinator of the day to day student management and attendance matters.  The Administrative Dean will also assist the principal in providing instructional leadership and staff development opportunities for staff and in hiring and supervising staff.

Education/Certification Requirements:  A valid, K-12 Principal license issued through PELSB is required.
Experience Requirements: Exemplary teaching and/or administrative experience is required. Middle school teaching experience preferred.

Benefits:  As defined by the parameters of the Principals’ Association Master Agreement, an annual amount of $11,500 will be available for the Administrative Dean to distribute as he/she designates among benefits (health insurance, dental insurance). The Administrative Dean must enroll in at least single health coverage.

Application Procedure:  Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org  (Only online applications will be accepted). Interview process to begin November 20, 2026.

All job offers from Eastern Carver County Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 112 School Board approval. If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Eastern Carver County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Long Term Substitute ESL Teacher- Elementary

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

School Social Worker

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K-12 School Social Worker
Elementary Site To Be Determined
A full-time (1.00 FTEs) position as a Licensed School Social Worker is available beginning as soon as possible.

Responsibilities: 
The School Social Worker will work closely with the teachers in creating programming, and behavior intervention plans for social/emotional learning and provide day-to-day student support either individually or in group settings. Participate and collaborate on student attendance teams. Provide McKinney Vento Assessments and connect appropriate resources.

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions.
  • Knowledge of group and individual counseling/SEL techniques with children and/or youth.
  • Knowledge of community resources and social services.
  • Knowledge of the diagnosis and response of mental health concerns.
  • Ability to provide competent social work services, crisis intervention, and referral services to students and other persons of diverse cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Ability to conduct formal and informal assessments consistent with school-based practice.
  • Ability to work efficiently, effectively and cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams.

Required:
MN licensure as a School Social Worker is required.

Salary Range:
$50,027 – $91,234 (based on the MTA salary schedule).

Eligible Employee Benefits include:

  • Teacher Retirement Associations (TRA) Retirement Pension·
  • 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Fully Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Holidays
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Application Deadline:
November 16, 2025, or until filled.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org. Please upload all transcripts and 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

Admissions and Talent Acquisition Recruiter

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Position Summary

The Admissions and Talent Acquisition Recruiter advances Eagle Ridge Academy’s mission to provide a Classical, liberal arts education that cultivates wisdom and virtue in students. This position leads the Academy’s efforts to attract and retain both students and staff who are deeply aligned with the school’s philosophy, values, and culture of excellence. The Recruiter designs, manages, and executes comprehensive recruitment and marketing strategies to achieve full student enrollment and to ensure the hiring of exceptional educators and staff. This position oversees all aspects of student outreach and staff recruitment—from community engagement and job fairs to candidate screening, licensure, and handoff to hiring managers.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

Student Recruitment

· Develop and implement an annual student recruitment plan aligned with enrollment goals and the Academy’s classical mission.
· Represent Eagle Ridge Academy at student fairs, community events, and parent information sessions.
· Build strong partnerships with community organizations, preschools, and classical education networks to promote awareness and interest.
· Oversee all student recruitment communications, including digital, print, and social media campaigns.
· Plan and execute open houses, school tours, and enrollment events that showcase the Academy’s classical approach and culture.
· Manage the inquiry and application process in coordination with admissions and administrative staff.
· Track and analyze enrollment data to inform ongoing strategy.

Staff Recruitment

· Lead the recruitment of mission-aligned teachers and staff committed to classical education.
· Represent Eagle Ridge Academy at university career centers, job fairs, and professional conferences.
· Develop job postings, manage applicant tracking, and coordinate communication with candidates.
· Oversee all aspects of the hiring process, including candidate outreach, screening, interviews, reference checks, and licensure verification.
· Collaborate with human resources to ensure compliance with state and charter hiring regulations.
· Facilitate smooth transition and handoff of fully qualified candidates to hiring managers and principals.

 

Marketing and Communications
· Collaborate with Communications and Development staff to ensure consistent, mission-driven messaging in all recruitment materials.
· Lead and evaluate marketing initiatives to promote student enrollment and staff recruitment across multiple channels.
· Maintain a strong, positive public image of Eagle Ridge Academy through community engagement and outreach.

Data and Reporting
· Maintain accurate records of prospective families and applicants in designated systems.
· Track recruitment metrics and prepare regular reports for Academy leadership.
· Use data to evaluate effectiveness and improve recruitment and marketing strategies.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
· Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in recruitment, admissions, marketing, or human resources, preferably in an educational setting.
· Knowledge and understanding of Classical education strongly preferred.
· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Demonstrated success in project management, event coordination, and marketing campaigns.
· Proficiency in CRM, HRIS, and related digital tools.
· Willingness to travel and occasionally work evenings or weekends for recruitment events.

 

Personal Attributes

· Passionate advocate for the mission and values of Eagle Ridge Academy.
· Strategic, organized, and proactive leader with strong follow-through.
· Positive and professional ambassador for the Academy in all interactions.
· Committed to integrity, excellence, and fostering community partnerships.
· Collaborative team member who models wisdom, virtue, and leadership.

Early Childhood Special Education Long Term Substitute

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Job Title: Early Childhood Special Education Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Location: Early Childhood Center/Alexandria Public Schools, Alexandria, MN
Employment Type: Long-Term Substitute .5 FTE
Dates of Assignment: [Start Date] – ASAP – March 27

Position Overview:
Alexandria Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide high-quality instruction and support to young learners with diverse abilities. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment that fosters growth in all developmental areas and aligns with each child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Key Responsibilities:
Provide developmentally appropriate instruction to children ages 3–5 with identified special needs.
Implement and adapt lessons to meet individualized goals outlined in students’ IEPs.
Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families to support student learning and growth.
Maintain accurate documentation of student progress, attendance, and daily activities.
Participate in team meetings, IEP reviews, and professional collaboration sessions as needed.
Ensure a safe, engaging, and positive classroom environment.
Communicate effectively and professionally with parents/guardians and school staff.
Follow district policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines.
Benefits:

Sick leave based on the minimum standards of the Earned Safe and Sick Time law
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Daily Rate of Pay: $165 – $263.55