POSITION SUMMARY: *Will be responsible for developing lesson plans, conducting classroom instruction, evaluating and assessing both instructional material and student performance. Responsible for communicating student progress with parents/guardians and reporting student performance for local and state records. *Coaching and Advisory assignments available
Life Sciences Teacher (1.0 FTE) beginning the Fall of 2016
Teacher of the Visually Impaired
This is an ongoing need for an Itinerant position working in the school districts in Carver and Scott Counties. The position is responsible for evaluation, direct and consultative services in home and school environments serving students from birth to 21 years.
Director of Alternative Learning – ALC & Pines School
*Serve as building-level administrator for alternative education programs as assigned during the regular school year as well as between regular school years. *Supervise assigned personnel, conduct annual performance appraisals and make recommendations for appropriate employment action. *Work with staff to align alternative education programs with the district’s curriculum. *Provide leadership and guidance in the development of annual goals and objectives for assigned programs. *Coordinates operations among alternative schools and/or programs for the purpose of improving student academic success and ensuring district objectives are achieved and resources are effectively utilized. *Monitors fund balances of assigned programs and related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed. *Facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of staff development activities provided in assigned areas. *Provide oversight and direction for cooperative planning with other agencies. *Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. *Oversees the management of student supervision issues, serve as a resource to staff in dealing with classroom management issues, enforce behavior expectations, and proactively process student discipline issues. *Oversee the facilitation of student reentry meetings, and effectively work with parents and other CALC and Pines School staff to implement individual student behavior plans. *Work with administration to evaluate overall effectiveness of students support services. *Coordinates the CALC and Pines School’s safety & security efforts.
Speech Clinician
Performs intermediate professional work locating, identifying and serving speech/language impaired students; preparing and maintaining student and program records; preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Student Services.
Coach – Assistant Varsity Track
Middle School Science 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 a hard-working, passionate, social- justice-oriented educator to join our team as a Middle School Science 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.