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District Master Planner (99929)

District Master Planner (99929)

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SUMMARY
Under general supervision, develops and maintains District main plan, long-range capital plan, and architectural guidelines, criteria, and standards, in accordance with federal and state regulations, as well as MPS policies and standard practices.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

Contributes planning services and vision to bring innovative site planning to existing and new sites; maintains and routinely updates Educational Adequacy and Facilities Condition assessment indices.
Collaborates with academic leadership, principals, and other district staff in developing parameters for the design of district schools and other facilities.
Represents the division/department in meetings with elected and appointed officials, other city entities, and state and federal agencies. Serves as the district’s representative with a variety of public, business, and community organizations. Fosters collaborative relationships to the benefit of the organization.
Develops and maintains long-range building rehabilitation plans.
Coordinates the district’s construction program procurement documents such as administers AIA contracts, general conditions, and supplementary conditions, among others.
Coordinates project administrative work and contractor communications; reviews and approves construction project documents within the scope of authority; generates reports of project activities and assures effective communication of issues.
Reviews, approves, and manages contracts, technical documents, and purchase and payment requests; evaluates, negotiates, and resolves contract and technical issues and disputes.
Oversees staff in preparing, maintaining, and updating records, files, drawings, and descriptive materials for district sites ad facilities.
Manages facilities planning, program coordination, property information, and building information systems.
Monitors planning and design activities for compliance with state and Federal regulations and standards, and MPS policies, goals, and objectives.
Plans, conducts, and analyzes the results of research studies and projects; coordinates projects and maintains liaison with other district departments; develops and implements work programs and procedures, long and short-range plans, and annual operational procedures.
Implements and monitors standards, design standards manuals, master specifications, policies, and procedures.
Leads capital budget project identification process to determine facilities project priorities and funding; assists capital budget review committees as needed.
Develops annual and multi-year work plans and strategies to meet business needs.
Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards to ensure success.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and MPS information.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field; AND five (5) years of experience in architectural design, construction management, or plans examination; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.

 

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of architectural design, project planning, and programming.
Architectural principles and practices related to the planning, organization, and implementation of varied projects in the design, installation, operation, and modification of sites and facilities of a large school district.
Building codes and regulatory requirements.
Construction methods and practices.
Principles and practices of construction project management and contract administration including budget management, expenditure reviews, and overseeing the work of contractors to ensure compliance with construction documents.
Design, cost, schedule, and constructability of potential projects.
Skill in:
Interpreting and applying facilities planning and development principles, Federal and state rules, and regulations, and MPS policies and standards.
Reading and interpreting designs, estimates, plans, and specifications for facilities projects.
Analyzing and evaluating technical engineering data and construction documentation.
Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Analyzing problems, resolving disputes and grievances, and recommending effective solutions.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
Maintaining complex technical records and files.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
Operating a personal computer utilizing a wide variety of specialized software.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required. Certification in planning and/or licensure as an architect may be required.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed indoors and outdoors at MPS facilities; requires constant physical efforts; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed including the use of safety equipment; a job in this category may require walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and ability to lift and move items weighing up to 75 pounds.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION
Bargaining Unit:    MAAS
Grade:                    72
FLSA Status:         Exempt
Job Group:            Operations

ESL Teacher

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  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Special Education Teacher 1.0 FTE

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The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement.  Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Every year our schools and students rank among the highest performing in the state.

Stillwater Area Public Schools are currently seeking a 1.0 FTE ASD Teacher to work at Stillwater Middle School beginning the 2023-24 school year.

 

 

Executive Director of Human Resources

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The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement.  Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Every year our schools and students rank among the highest performing in the state.

We are currently seeking a full-time Executive Director of Human Resources serving district wide at our Central Service Building.

Job summary: Responsible for developing, directing and providing ongoing leadership for a comprehensive district human resources department.  Also responsible for directing the HR operations and related staff including labor relations activities, recruitment, staffing and retention, compensation and benefits administration, evaluation/employee performance.

 

Teacher, Elementary – 5th Grade – Webster (2023-2024)(100010)

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SUMMARY

Provide quality instruction aligned to the state and national standards. Use a variety of assessment strategies – diagnostic, formative and summative, to inform instructional decisions and increase student self-management of learning. Rigorous inquiry-based learning tasks engage students in deep content of the discipline as well as the habits of scholarship. May be required to work as a member of the campus STEM team to ensure quality integrated instruction across disciplines.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Have a working knowledge of and implement the Minnesota State Standards and the District Graduation Requirements; knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective.
Teach students the required curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving.
Collaborate with peers to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students.
Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs.
Create lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as multicultural/gender and ability fair/developmentally appropriate.
Collaborate and communicate regularly with families in making educational decisions and use family and community resources to support learning.
Acquire knowledge of the goals of the Minneapolis Public School District Improvement Agenda and site/school goals. Work to support and achieve those goals.
Assess own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDP). Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development.
Education and Experience Guidelines

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching in an urban, multicultural education setting.
Demonstrated continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration and/or job-embedded staff development.
Master’s or PhD preferred.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid Minnesota teaching license; or proof of pending approved licensure

Special Education Assistant – Webster Elementary 2023-2024(99134)

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***Webster Elementary is looking to fill two (2) part-time vacancies for the 2023-2024 School Year***

 

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, provides a variety of services to assist students with special needs in a learning environment; assists MPS staff to develop and implement appropriate individualization lessons and activities for students with disabilities; helps students to meet their therapy and education goals.

 

DISABILITY FOCUS

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Highly structured, individualized programming; intensive communication and language training; social skills training; use of natural environments for instruction; positive behavioral programming; and inclusion with mainstream peers and activities.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide support services to children with moderate to severe disabilities and Assist MPS staff to facilitate educational functions and other services that maintains a safe and productive learning environment, sensitive to the needs and legal rights of Special Education students; work with students to improve personal skills and reinforce classroom learning.
Assist students in learning processes through reinforcement of positive behavior, individual instruction, socialization and good communications.
Monitor student activities, promote respect, explain social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalate personal confrontations.
Maintain behavior documentation, written observations and anecdotal information files for Support and Advocacy for Independent Living Program (SAIL), Individualized Education Program (IEP), and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA).
Monitor work, correct papers and transition students for medications, meals, buses and classes.
Attend to and provide for students’ daily hygiene, personal and health related cares, as directed by licensed staff. Assist students in community, recreational, school and vocational training. Provide assistance to students in classrooms and after-school programs.
Encouraged to work additional hours as bus aide
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment
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A passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)
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Two years of experience working with children. Additional education or training may substitute for experience, at the discretion of Human Resources.  Related experience may also be considered, at the discretion of Human Resources.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in Education or a related field.

Experience in working with individuals with disabilities

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training, and Special Education Orientation is required within one year.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree, and working with special needs children. Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Eligibility for position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.