Teacher On Special Assignment (AVID, Curriculum, & MTSS Specialist)

Job Title: Teacher On Special Assignment (AVID, Curriculum, & MTSS Specialist)
Job Location:  District Education Center -Department of Teaching and Learning
Accountable To: 6-12 Curriculum, MTSS, & Career Pathways Coordinator
Salary: Per Teacher Contract
Posting Date:  May 2, 2018
Closing Date: May 9, 2018
Start Date:  August 27, 2018

Note: This is an interview only position. There is no internal bidding.

Primary Objective:
This position will support the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program, the District’s Curriculum Cycle of Continuous Improvement, as well as the development and implementation of Career Pathways (Route 622). Additionally, this position supports the use of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) activities in secondary buildings. This work requires collaboration with school leaders and teachers to maintain an equity-focused culture of collaboration, collective inquiry, evidence-based decision making, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

Current MN Teaching License and at lease 3 years of successful classroom experience;
Knowledge of or willingness to learn about AVID and the impact of this program on student achievement and long-range outcomes;
Professional commitment to standards-based curriculum and professional learning based on student needs;
Experience in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation;
Evidence of personal credibility with staff and community;
Knowledge of or willingness to learn about academic standards and requirements;
Knowledge of or willingness to learn the impact of state and federal education legislation on district programs;
Demonstrated ability to independently complete projects on a deadline;
Experience with technology and data/evidence use to inform decision making;
Effective communicator with demonstrated group presentation skills.
Desired Qualifications:

MN teaching license or equivalent;
Evidence of collaboration with peers;
Experience in formal and informal leadership roles while a classroom teacher;
Experience as an AVID elective teacher, site coordinator, or tutor;
Experience or background in facilitating professional learning and proven success in using principles of adult learning
Proven experience working in partnership with diverse stakeholder groups;
Disposition of a reflective learner with a growth mindset.
Major Areas of Accountability:

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)Provide support to district and site staff teams in developing, implementing, and evaluating the AVID program;
Coordinate AVID and School Transition programs across multiple secondary buildings;
Assist with the logistical managment of AVID, including direct support for AVID coordinators at each secondary school;
Facilitate the hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluation of AVID tutors.
Secondary Curriculum & Career PathwaysAsssist in the implementation of structures and tools for aligning district curricular objectives, resources, technology, instructional frameworks, and assessments as part of the curriculum improvement process;
Provide support to the district’s Curriculum Coordinating Council;
Engage faculty, staff and administrators in reflective conversation protocols centered on student learning to promote and expand culturally and linguistically responsive practices;
Solicit and use student voice in the development, implementation, evaluation, and support of secondary curriculum & instruction;
Actively participate in Route 622 (career pathways) development;
Maintain web-based management tools that support curriculum;
MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support)Assist in the development and implementation of secondary MTSS framework in five secondary buildings;
Provide adult learning on the topics of date/evidence use, class-wide and small group interventions, and best practices for scheduling & supporting secondary intensive interventions;
Teaching & Learning TeamEngage in ongoing personal/professional development in order to develop professional skills and maintain knowledge of applicable topics in the learning community;
Advocate for educational equity in regards to achievement gaps; opportunity gaps, disproportionality and participation gaps, especially among students of color and other non-dominant student groups;
Engage families and community members in collaborative, meaningful partnerships;
Complete other duties as assigned.

Talent Acquisition Generalist

Days:   229 days; Full-time, year-round

Hours:  8 hours/day; 5 days/week
Location: District Service Center

Position Description:

Spring Lake Park Schools is a suburban Minneapolis school district of approximately 5,800 students comprising the communities of Blaine, Fridley, and Spring Lake Park. The District is seeking a high-quality, innovative individual for the position of Talent Acquisition Generalist. This redesigned position provides the unique opportunity to join a dynamic school district that is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system. This role will be critical in hiring the best possible talent through sourcing strategies as well as developing new and creative recruiting ideas. We are committed to finding innovative individuals who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff to ensure the success of each child. The individual hired will understand the importance of building relationships to ensure that we attract the most talented adults to support our work while eliminating racial and socioeconomic disparities in education.

Position Requirements:

The successful candidate will possess the following education and experience . . .

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or education related field
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent technology
• Base knowledge of laws, general policies or procedures potentially impacting employees and the workplace
• Passion to work within a diverse and changing community
• Experience in human resources and/or education

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess the following desired qualifications…

• Strong desire to extend our brand by creating excellent relationships with colleges, universities, and other outside agencies
• Demonstrated ability in developing and administering an equitable recruiting, marketing/advertising, and hiring process
• Knowledge of implementing and operating an integrated system of human resource services and programs
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of diverse applicants, district personnel, educational institutions, community organizations, and the public
• Strong leadership skills defined by the ability to self-reflect and actively listen
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain positive employee relations
• Proficient at problem solving and team decision making
• Knowledge of laws and statutes pertaining to human resources administration
• Experience with project managemen
• Knowledge of performance management tools
• Knowledge and experience in data analysis and reporting
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

Position Reports to:   Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development

Compensation Package:  Salary and benefits highly competitive with region

Applications Preferred by:  May 11, 2018. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain open until filled.

Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/.
For answers to your questions, contact Ryan Stromberg, Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development, at [email protected] or (763) 600-5014.