HEALTH INSTRUCTOR AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR FOR GRADES K-12 IN SMALL SOUTHEASTERN SCHOOL DISTRICT.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH INSTRUCTOR
Administrative Dean
Administrative Dean La Academia & Kindergarten Center For specific information contact: Principal, Lori Beth Warnberg at [email protected] Position Start Date: August 19, 2016 Banded/Graded: D-6-1 FTE: .45 FTE Reports To: Building Principal Major Job Functions: 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 hiring and supervising staff and in providing instructional leadership and staff development opportunities for staff. Complete Job Description: See website Education/Certification Requirements: *Must possess or be eligible for a valid license as a principal in the State of Minnesota Experience Requirements:Exemplary teaching and/or administrative experience (Elementary experience preferred) Preferred Qualification: High levels of proficiency in English and Spanish Benefits: As defined by the parameters of the Principal Association to include: *The amount of $7,750 annually 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. *Term life insurance policy equal to $150,000.00, the employee may purchase additional coverage (accidental death and dismemberment or supplemental life.) *District contribution to Deferred Compensation Plan:$500 per year (Tenured 9 years) $700 per year ( 10 – 18 years) $900 per year (19+ years) *Long Term Disability: district pays premium to cover 50% of employee’s salary. *Professional Development: District contribution of $750 per year *Professional Association Dues: District pays for one State and one National association. *Twelve (12) days of Personal Time off (PTO) are granted per year. This includes: vacation, sick leave, bereavement, etc. Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment: Compensation will be determined by the current agreement negotiated by District 112 and the Principal’s Association. Background check will be conducted. Application Procedure: Please apply online at: http://www.district112.org (only online applicaiton accepted).
Assistant Principal Secondary
Description: Secondary Assistant Principal for Shakopee Public Schools. This contract is between 220-260 days. Job Summary: Assists in the development and implementation of the mission and vision of the school. Duties include, but are not limited to: * Student discipline and student attendance tracking * Attendance and organization for student conferences * Supervision of concerts, and other co-curricular activities * Coordination student orientation/transition activities * Lunchroom/hall supervision * Assist with formal and informal performance appraisals of designated staff * Liaison to various academic departments * Work in collaboration with principal and administration team on a daily basis * Assist with testing organization and execution * Work in collaboration with building student support team * Additional duties as assigned
Lead ESL Teacher
Sojourner Truth Academy is a high-performing, PK-8 open enrollment public charter school. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999. Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking hard-working, passionate, social- justice-oriented educators to join our team as our Lead English as a Second Language Teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. JOB DESCRIPTION Every STA teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. STA teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and highly structured learning environment for their scholars. Our core subjects include literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies. Candidates that are selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead of ESL Programming *Assists site level administrators and/or the Director of Special Programs/Projects in supporting, training and coaching certified and classified personnel within the ESL program. *Develops/coordinates/determines the delivery/effectiveness of relevant in service/staff development activities for ESL staff. *Develops and/or coordinates effective and inclusive practices in instruction for English Language Learners. *Develops and/or coordinates the alignment and articulation of a content based ESL curriculum. *Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of program evaluation. *Participates in compliance, focused monitoring and technical assistance reviews. *Observes/provides peer assistance for colleagues. Participates in formalized peer review processes as a formative evaluator. *Serves on district-level committees and teams. *Assists with the selection and support of new ESL staff. *Develops/implements/revises program procedures and policies in accordance with local, state and federal laws and guidelines. *Develops data collection systems, monitors data collection and provides programmatic recommendations based upon results. *Maintains knowledge of current laws and regulations pertaining to English language learners through attendance at meetings, in-service programs, conferences and reading current literature. *Participates on school-based LEP Committees and School Improvement Teams as appropriate. *Coaches and advises ESL staff on appropriate methods of language instruction, lesson delivery and program design, scheduling, and service models. *Maintains district ESL website. *Performs other related duties as assigned. Prove the Possible *Student achievement is our number one job Drive Results *Ensure high standards for student behavior, performance, and attendance Instructional Leadership *Deliver well-planned, rigorous, and meaningful lessons *Use data to inform instruction Build Relationships *Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all elements of this position *Serve as a positive force committed to our mission Perform other duties as required and assigned *Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of STA’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior CORE VALUE AND BELIEFS All STA Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values: 1) Children are at the center of everything we do. 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action. 3) We choose optimism. 4) We push ourselves to improve. 5) We are stronger together. 6) We create fun and a little weirdness. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. STA EMPLOYMENT LOGISTICS *Sojourner Truth Academy’s work day is 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday * All STA Staff are expected to attend and participate in all monthly Family Events at the school.
Special Education Teacher K-8
Sojourner Truth Academy is a high-performing, PK-8 open enrollment public charter school. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999. Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a hard-working, passionate, social- justice-oriented educators to join our team as a Special Education Teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. JOB DESCRIPTION Every STA teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. STA teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and highly structured learning environment for their scholars. Our core subjects include literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies. Candidates that are selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Prove the Possible *Student achievement is our number one job Drive Results *Ensure high standards for student behavior, performance, and attendance Instructional Leadership *Deliver well-planned, rigorous, and meaningful lessons *Use data to inform instruction Build Relationships *Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all elements of this position *Serve as a positive force committed to our mission Perform other duties as required and assigned *Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of STA’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior CORE VALUE AND BELIEFS All STA Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values: 1) Children are at the center of everything we do. 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action. 3) We choose optimism. 4) We push ourselves to improve. 5) We are stronger together. 6) We create fun and a little weirdness. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. STA EMPLOYMENT LOGISTICS *Sojourner Truth Academy’s work day is 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday * All STA Staff are expected to attend and participate in all monthly Family Events at the school.
AmeriCorps Promise Fellow
Title: AmeriCorps Promise Fellow Placement Site: Sojourner Truth Academy, 3820 Emerson Ave N. Minneapolis, MN 55412 Contact:Laverne Wesley, [email protected], 612-588-3599 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Each year over 10,000 youth in Minnesota drop out of school, and Minnesota’s academic achievement gap has grown to be one of the largest in the nation. To address this challenge, Minnesota Alliance With Youth (the Alliance) works to support and invest in schools and communities looking to improve graduation rates. In particular, the Alliance enlists and supports AmeriCorps Promise Fellows at host schools and organizations across the state to promote positive youth outcomes and close the achievement and opportunity gaps, including graduation for all. Promise Fellows serve at their host sites, while working with Alliance Trainers and staff for support and guidance in order to fulfill their service through AmeriCorps. Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is a PreK 8th grade charter school, serving 396 students from the North Minneapolis neighborhood and suburbs. Our middle school program operates within a community that has an unacceptable high school drop out rate, impacting a majority of our African-American and Latino students. STA’s mission is to prepare children for the future by building self-confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe and family-like environment. POSITION BACKGROUND Promise Fellows tackle issues of educational equity by providing resources to increase high school graduation rates at schools across Minnesota. The Fellows serve at least 30 youth in grades 6-8 in communities that have the highest annual dropout rates and middle schools that feed into those high schools. Each Promise Fellow works with a site supervisor, data coach, and a youth success team comprised of supervisors, school social workers, and other school personnel to analyze data, make referrals, identify youth who need support, and connect the youth to resources and programs that will engage them in school and learning. This role ensures that youth receive access to caring adults, service and leadership opportunities, and high quality in and out of school support. The goal of the Fellow’s service is to build relationships with youth and support them to engage in school. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Functions: Promise Fellows will support and deliver a variety of activities to support students. These activities include: *Build and foster strong relationships with their selected students. *Coordinate and deliver in and out of school time academic enrichment activities with the goal that at least 30 youth in grades 6-8 will experience academic gains. *Meet regularly with Youth Success Team to review data and identify youth to serve; track student progress; and determine which interventions to connect to individual students or groups of students. *Develop and organize projects that engage youth participants in service and leadership activities. *Recruit and/or support community volunteers, including family members, to work with youth participants in areas such as mentoring, tutoring, civic engagement, and college/career exploration. *Provide attendance and behavior coaching for students targeted for needing assistance as determined through the multi-tiered system of support approach; promote positive behavior expectations. *Maintain program records, complete ongoing youth assessments and submit weekly and monthly reports using an online database system with support from site supervisor and site coordinator. *Develop and execute a professional plan for the service year and life after AmeriCorps *Participate in all required Alliance, AmeriCorps, and Host Site meetings and assignments. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: *Support teachers and other school and community members to determine the best local dropout prevention strategies, including how community volunteers will help address the needs of the targeted youth. *Organize field trips and other special events to make learning and being at school more engaging and relevant to youth who are disengaged and at risk of dropping out. *Attend required staff development on-site at STA. *Participate in all Alliance and AmeriCorps required meetings and assignments. *Assist in the implementation of various family service events throughout the school year TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT *Supportive work environment amongst dedicated educators *Both standing and sitting within middle school classrooms *Able to work sitting at a computer for up to 8 hours a day to manage program information *A fast-paced environment requiring giving attention to multiple scholar needs simultaneously *Able to work independently as well as on teams, both in leadership and support positions *Both on and off-site activities geared towards student civic engagement and academic activities *Shared workspace with personal computer and on-site resources *Reasonable accommodations provided upon request PLEASE NOTE: *We are committed to recruiting and engaging individuals without regard to disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation. *This position may not displace another employee or position in any way. *Reasonable accommodations provided upon request for interviews and service activities. *This document is available in alternative formats.