District Highlights: The district lives out its mission A source of community strength and pride, the Virginia Public Schools work in partnership with families and the local community to educate and engage our students and prepare them to be productive and responsible citizens. *Nearly 300 employees *Student/ Teacher ratio is currently 16:1 *67% of the teachers have been in the district for more than 10 years *Enrollment has increased 7% over the past decade *More students open enroll to the district than leave (572 to 257) *84% of the students are Caucasian, 8 % American Indian, 5 % Black, 3% Hispanic, and 1% Asian *40% students who are on free/reduced lunch program *State MCA test scores exceeded the state average at all grade levels in each subject area reading, math, science *Graduation rate is 92.6% in 2014, exceeding the state average *68% of seniors and 37% of juniors participate in College Readiness programs such as concurrent courses at the high school and Post-Secondary Options (PSEO) at Mesabi Community College *89% of graduates are enrolled in a public Institution of higher Education (IHE) after graduation, exceeds state average *Most of these graduates earn at least one year of credits within 2 years of enrollment, above the state average *The district offers 15 different sports and 28 clubs and other extra-curricular activities *One-third of students participate in at least one of these activities *Strong athletics and fine arts programs *Strong strategic plan and vision for the district *Organizational values of respect, the whole child, highest quality, community engagement, and stewardship Communities Served: Virginia is located in beautiful Northeastern Minnesota on the Historic Mesabi Iron Range. It serves a geographic area covering 157 square miles including the City of Virginia; part of the City of Mountain Iron; townships of Pike, Sandy, and Wuori; and unorganized rural areas near Sand Lake. Area district population is 11,614. Student Population: 1580 District Budget: $22+ million District Schools: *Parkview Learning Center (PK 3) *Roosevelt Elementary School )4-6) *Virginia High School (7-12) *Roosevelt/Technical Complex (Shared) Union Affiliation Education Minnesota Teachers’ Contract Status: Contract Expired 6/30/2017
Superintendent
Special Education Teacher
Special Education Teacher Any Disability Area School: Middle Schools For More Information contact: Erin Copeland at [email protected] Start Date: Fall 2016 FTE: 1.0 FTE Banded/Graded: C-5-2 Responsible To: Building Principal; Special Education Director/Supervisor Qualifications: Valid State of Minnesota License in Special Education; any disability area Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills: see website Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment: Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA). 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)
Administrative Dean
Administrative Dean Chaska Middle School East For specific information contact: Jim Bach at [email protected] Position Start Date: August 2016 Banded/Graded: D-6-1 Days/FTE: 195 days 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 (Secondary experience preferred) 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
English/Language Arts Instructor
High Needs Teachers – Extended School Year
Edina Public Schools has openings for multipleESYSpecial Education Teachers atCreek Valley Elementary School, Cornelia Elementary School, and South View Middle Schoolbeginning July 11, 2015 through August 4, 2016. Positions will be Monday through Thursday mornings (4 hours per day) with additional time for preparation.
Special Education Resource Teachers – Extended School Year
Edina Public Schools hasopenings for multipleESYSpecial Education Teachers atNormandale Elementary Schooland South View Middle Schoolbeginning July 11, 2015 through August 12, 2016. Positionswill be Monday through Thursday mornings (3hours per day) for three to four week intervals. Students will be enrolled in Community Education (Youth Enrichment) or Targeted Services (Success) classes. The Special Education teacher will work collaboratively with the primary teacher to modify and adapt lessons toward student IEP goal achievement.There will be additional time for preparation.