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Superintendent

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SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has an opening for a Superintendent beginning July 1st, 2024.

SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 8 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.

Superintendent Profile:

  • Student centered leader who connects communities through innovative and creative educational experiences that embrace unique learning styles and needs.
  • Effectively collaborates with the School Board, member districts, staff and partners.
  • Lead effective communication and transparency throughout the organization and with member districts by clarifying staff roles and responsibilities, expectations and processes.
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, students, member districts and our various communities.
  • Preferred experience in implementing unique educational programs including but not limited to; Special Services and Education, Care & Treatment, Online and Alternative Learning, Adult Education, and Career & Technical Education.
  • Develops and directs an effective leadership team to help support alignment of systems, resources, and processes for long range planning across the organization.
  • Supports the implementation of plans to address the social and emotional well being; mental health; safety and security; diversity, equity and inclusion; and belonging needs of both students and staff.
  • Is visible and accessible across the district and with our member districts.
  • Holds proven capacity in human relations and communications.
  • See attached position description for additional information.

COMPASS Regional School Advocate

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REPORTS TO: Director – Teaching and Learning
GROUP/FLSA STATUS: Exempt (Professional), Regular, Full-time, Eight hours per day during regular business hours (M-F); 205 Days
Revised: 04/15/2024

SUMMARY:   (Brief description summarizing the overall purpose and objectives of the position.)
The School Advocates serve as members of the COMPASS Regional Teams and provide support to schools identified through the Minnesota State Accountability System.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   (Typical tasks but not all inclusive – major duties of the position.)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Statewide Regional Mathematics Responsibilities:

·        Work under the guidance of Lead Advocates and the COMPASS School Improvement Supervisor to meet federal ESSA school improvement and reporting guidelines.

·        Serve as a member of a Statewide School Advocate team.

·        Collect regional data to inform progress on statewide school improvement goals.

·        Develop and continuously improve coaching capacity, school improvement expertise, and knowledge of the MnMTSS continuous improvement framework and culturally responsive practices through attendance at all required training and meetings.

Minnesota Service Cooperative Responsibilities:

·        Serve as a school improvement specialist on a regional COMPASS team.

·        Collaborate with Regional COMPASS team colleagues to provide an additional layer of coaching and on-site support to schools in the implementation of evidence-based programs and practices to improve outcomes for students in TSI and CSI schools.

·        Ensure support provided to identified schools is coherent and aligned with MnMTSS and culturally responsive school leadership practices.

District and School Responsibilities

·        Build the capacity of school leaders and school leadership teams to lead continuous improvement at the school level.

·        Support school leadership teams to engage in a continuous improvement cycle:

  • Conduct a robust comprehensive needs assessment.
  • Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust a School Improvement Plan.
  • Support the identification and implementation of evidence-based practices within the MnMTSS framework.

·        Support the development of effective school leadership teams and data-based decision-making processes.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:   (Minimum level of education and experience required.)
·        Bachelor’s degree in education, school psychology, or a related field

·        Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a PreK-12 School System

Preferred Education and Experience

·        Master’s degree in related education field (school administration, curriculum and instruction, special education, etc.)

·        Experience in school leadership or a combination of school and district leadership.

·        Current administrative license

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONS:   (Minimum required to perform the job.)
·        Current Minnesota teaching or administrative license.

·        Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:   (Minimum competencies for job performance.)
·        Experience within a K-12 education setting.

·        Thorough understanding of pedagogy and best practices within education.

·        Understanding of adult learning principles.

·        Ability to function cooperatively as a member of a team.

·        Ability to reflect on and continuously improve professional practices in response to coaching.

·        Experience with group facilitation.

·        Experience addressing educational inequity in previous positions.

·        Experience with effective implementation practices and systems change.

·        Ability to adapt to and work with a variety of school contexts.

·        Ability to create a collaborative partnership with educators.

·        Experience with Universal Design for Learning.

·        Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·        Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.

·        Effective written and verbal communication skills.

·        Ability to work effectively and efficiently across agencies and partnerships, individually and as a team member.

·        Ability to show initiative in resolving problems.

·        Ability to assume responsibility, be well organized, execute initiatives from directives and approved self-initiatives.

·        Ability to build open, honest, and trustworthy relationships with people of various personality styles and behaviors – internally and externally.

·        Ability to always conduct oneself in a professional and customer service-based manner.

·        Proficient in the use of G-Suite applications and online learning platforms.

·        Proficiency in adapting to new software and digital tools.

ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  (Physical/sensory and environmental conditions.)
This job operates in a hybrid office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some office organization and event set-up/tear-down is required. This would require the ability to move and lift 30 lbs., stand for extended periods of time, and carry items a short distance as necessary.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:  (Minimum essential factors of daily position.)
Hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but occasional events outside the typical workday, travel to the Minnesota Department of Education, and travel within the region are expected.

OTHER DUTIES:  (Potential other factors of daily position.)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Technology Education Teacher – STEM (1.0 FTE)

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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!

License Required: Valid 5-12 Technology Education or 5-12 Industrial Technology license issued from the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00 (8 hours per day), 185 days per year (1.0 FTE) start date 8/26/24. Candidates should also be available for new teacher workshop on August 19-21.

Job Summary:  See Job Description, attached.

Salary:  Salary and benefits pursuant to the Chaska Education Association (CEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Application Procedure:  Qualified candidates should apply online at www.district112.org. Application materials should include an ISD 112 application, letter of introduction, resume, educational transcripts, and a current license issued from PELSB.

Closing Date: This position will remain open until filled. Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org  (only online applications will be accepted).

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.

For more Information, please contact Greg Martin at [email protected].

Teaching and Learning Administrative Assistant: K-12 Resources and Training

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Position Description/Qualifications:

1. The purpose of the position is to provide administrative and secretarial support to the members of the Teaching and Learning department in all aspects directly related to operating, K-12 resources and training.  The position holder ensures that the department of Teaching & Learning is running smoothly in all areas, in part, by establishing a flow of accurate and timely information/materials to all stakeholders in and out of the district.
2. High School diploma – prefer two year college degree or equivalent.
3. Two year office management experience or equivalent.
4. Word processing skills at the level of 65 WPM or more.
5. Excellent oral and written communications skills and proofreading skills.
6. Ability to learn the district’s finance program, student information system, and email and new software programs as they become available.
7. Experience with Google Suites
8. Ability to multitask in a fast paced, noisy environment.

For complete job description/qualifications, see attached.

Salary and benefits in accord with the Agreement with the Lakeville Educational Assistants Federation (L.E.A.F.). Position classified B-2-3 $21.88 – $25.99 depending on experience (subject to change with the completion of the 2023-2025 LEAF contract)

Middle School Counselor LTS

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The Counselor shall be an integral part of the total instructional program directed toward the growth and development of all students who come from diverse, cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.  Assist students with academic planning, personal goal setting, post-secondary options, post high school opportunities, family systems/change and crisis intervention.  The Counselor shall also strive to provide a positive atmosphere in which students are encouraged and assisted to develop feelings of acceptance, self-respect, emotional security, and achievement.

Family & Community Engagement Specialist – Spanish Speaking – Lincoln Elementary

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General Definition of Work:

The Family and Community Engagement Specialist (FACE) will specialize in working directly with school, families and communities to cultivate a generational learning experience that empowers educators, parents and community stakeholders to sustain family engagement and improve student performance in their network.  The FACE Specialist will represent FPS in a positive manner and implement cross-functional strategies in the areas of Family and Community Engagement, Teaching and Learning, and Student Achievement.  Work is performed under the supervision of the school building Principal.  Position will be scheduled to work 8 hours per day, 210 days per year at a rate of $28.36 per hour. This position will commence on August 12, 2024

Essential Functions:

Interacts with students and families to enhance and support the student’s education experience and ensure success.
Arranges and makes home visits to provide or collect information.
Participates in school meetings and/or conferences as needed.
Consults with teachers specializing in English as a Second Language as required.
Support, as needed, during testing and IEP meetings regarding minority students with special needs.
Provides interpretation and translation of documents as needed.
Participates and assists with development of programs to provide diversity training and awareness for students and staff.
Assists with programs to promote a better understanding between cultural and ethnic groups within the community.
Organize monthly meetings at building sites to provide parents with leadership skills to help improve student academics.
Proactively outreach and engage parents and community members to attend monthly meetings.
Attend community events/festivals/meetings/workshops facilitated by schools, community organization that help drive student achievement.
As needed, actively participate in district-wide initiatives including monthly Board meetings.
Works daily hours that complement after school or out of school programming as needed and directed by school Principal, Director or Cabinet members.
Collaborate with FPS departments and external partners to provide content-based and research-based parent and family workshops.
Assist Cabinet members, Principals, Coordinators, Teachers and Staff in channeling engagement in ways that support and add value to student achievement.
Build relationships and establish ongoing communication with building leaders to help increase their school’s parent and family engagement efforts and student achievement.
Provide excellent customer service experience for parents, families, schools, stakeholders and community members to support a collaborative learning environment.
Identify and attend professional development.
Organize, analyze and report on school and community level data as established by Leadership’s metrics and goals.
Other duties as assigned.