Seeking a qualified Art, Innovation, and Media Specialist. This position will report to the school principal and work with both students and teachers, providing media instructions for K-5 students and developing and providing Instruction and support in the area of STEM and art education.
Art, Innovation and Media Specialist (0.9 FTE)
Regional Literacy Network Coach
The Regional Literacy Network Coach position is an MDE-funded Service Cooperative employee who serves as a member of the Statewide Regional Literacy Network and provides support for regional implementation of the READ Act. This position will also support the District Literacy Lead’s implementation of the Minnesota READ Act legislation at the local level.
To ensure consistent and sustained evidence-based literacy instruction for all students, MDE’s vision is to leverage multiple statewide providers. MDE aims to create a unified statewide ecosystem of support and collaboration across MDE, MSC, and CAREI to build the capacity within districts to manage and sustain local evidence-based literacy instruction with fidelity, resulting in improved literacy outcomes for every student across Minnesota. The person in this role must be committed to addressing historical and persistent inequities in opportunities and outcomes for students of color and students with disabilities, and will be responsible for strengthening educator capacity to deliver evidence-based literacy practices in Tier 1 (core) instruction through the Regional Literacy Network (RLN) Coaching Model to move all students toward literacy grade level proficiency, and will understand MnMTSS as an equity-focused framework through which these inequities can be addressed.
This is a 205-day position. Work days will align with a school calendar with additional summer dates to be determined. Hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but occasional evening events, travel to the Minnesota Department of Education, travel to SSC at least twice monthly, and travel to districts within the region are expected.
Regional Literacy Network Team Responsibilities:
- Commitment to the Minnesota Department of Education’s (MDE) implementation of the READ Act with a focus on promoting proficiency in literacy for all students.
- Build the capacity of educators to implement evidence-based structured literacy practices under the direction of MDE in partnership with CAREI.Provide job-embedded professional learning and coaching to district literacy leads and/or coaches in evidence-based literacy practices.
- Utilize change management strategies while supporting district lead and/or coaches to implement evidence-based literacy practices with their educators and students.
- Collaborate with the Regional Literacy Network Lead to build processes and procedures for implementing the READ Act legislation with a primary focus on the RLN Literacy Coaching of evidence-based structured literacy practices.
- Participate in the training and coaching support of the RLN Coaching model
- Consult with principals, instructional leaders or literacy coaches, and teaching staff in schools and districts to analyze their needs and problem-solve for practical solutions.
- Adhere to collective agreements for the designated professional learning approach, program resources, coaching tools, and language so that consistent approaches are disseminated to participating schools and districts.
- Model and maintain effective communication and productive, positive, and professional interpersonal relationships.
- Support organizational equity goals and employ strategies to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in all job responsibilities.
Minnesota Service Cooperative Responsibilities:
- Serve as a Regional Literacy Network Coach on the regional COMPASS team. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure support is provided across all areas related to literacy.
- Collect and analyze regional knowledge and capacity data to identify support and coaching needs to build capacity for implementing evidence-based structured literacy practices within the region.
- Based on data analysis, provide support and coaching to internal Service Cooperative staff to build capacity for implementing practices aligned with the READ Act.
District/School Responsibilities:
- Support district and site-level coaching in PK-12 settings for implementation of evidence-based Structured Literacy practices.
- Provide district and site-level support in classroom data collection and analysis to ensure data is being used effectively to inform instruction to support student growth and achievement across all tiers.
- Provide district and site-level support in interventions and screening.
- Effectively identify the needs of assigned districts and sites to prioritize, schedule, and organize support so that every student achieves grade-level reading proficiency every year.
- Provide appropriate literacy support to districts and sites so there can be a cohesive, sustained, intensive, and classroom-focused approach that is rigorous, engaging, and relevant for each student.
- May include delivering one or more of the state approved professional development courses, LETRS, OL&LA, and CAREIALL if certified.
- Support Local Certified Facilitators with coaching and mentoring.
- Deliver Paraprofessional/Instructional Support Staff training as required in READ Act legislation.
- Support districts with ELA standards unpacking, bundling, and implementation.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, school psychology or a related field
- At least 5 – 7 years experience in PreK-12 education with at least one year in a school or district leadership role
- Successful completion (or near completion) of one of the three approved trainings: LETRS K-3, LETRS EC, OL&LA, and/or CAREIALL
- Current teaching, administrative, or related field license
- Minimum of five years of teaching experience
- Valid MN Driver’s License
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in related education fields (school administration, curriculum and instruction, literacy, special education, etc.)
- Certified Facilitator or Trainer in one of the three approved trainings: LETRS K-3, LETRS EC, OL & LA, and/or CAREIALL
- District or School Instructional Coaching experience
- Reading Licensure
Qualifications and Skills Required:
- Understanding of pedagogy and best practices within education
- Understanding of adult learning principles and group facilitation
- Understanding of Minnesota’s K-12 Academic Standards in English Language Arts and B-5 Early Childhood Indicators of Progress
- Knowledge of curriculum, Structured Literacy and evidence-based literacy practices, formative and summative assessments, and data-based decision-making
- Knowledge and understanding of the MN READ Act Statutes and MDE Guidance
- Understanding of how the MnMTSS Framework serves as the overarching infrastructure within which evidence-based literacy practices are operationalized to maximize student outcomes
- Ability to function cooperatively and collaboratively with colleagues and educators
- Ability to reflect on and continuously improve professional practices
- Ability to adapt to and work with a variety of school contexts
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to plan and hold meetings with internal and external staff
- Excellent ability to plan engaging professional development for adults
- 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 conduct oneself in a professional and customer service-based manner at all times
- Proficient in the use of office applications
- Proficient in utilizing Zoom or other virtual online platforms
- Proficient and comfortable in delivering Professional Development content in a virtual environment
Compensation: Salary and benefits commensurate with Southeast Service Cooperative compensation guidelines based primarily on education and experience, with a range between $80,000 and $90,000.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Applications are due by May 19, 2025.
School Social Worker
Barnum Public Schools ISD 91 is seeking a 1.0 FTE School Social Worker to begin with the 2025-2026 school year. This position is shared with Willow River Community School, with the social worker’s time split evenly between the two districts (50/50). The preferred schedule is 2.5 days per week at each district, with some flexibility available.
This position will collaborate with counselors and other specialist staff to develop an effective K-12 developmental guidance program. Click here for full job description. Pay is according to the Ed-MN Barnum teachers’ contract. Range is $44,700 to $57,938, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, life, LTD and ADD insurances, and paid leave.
Student Management Specialist (Temporary)
Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Student Management Specialist
Location:
Maple Grove Senior High
Closing Date:
until filled
Description: A Student Management Specialist uses restorative practices to build and maintain relationships between students, teachers, and parents. They help students to grow and to improve behavior while creating individual interventions for students. They also plan for and maintain school-wide systems, structures, and discipline. They are ambassadors for our community and believe passionately in the potential of our students.
Job Summary:
Assists principals in the overall administration of the high school;
Performs as a resource for teachers and staff who express concerns for student attendance, student development and/or discipline;
Coordinates efforts with guidance, police liaison officer(s), school psychologist, and/or social worker in meeting with students and parents to discuss improving student attendance and/or behavior;
Consults with families via conference or communication systems concerning student attendance and behavior;
Resolves student behavior concerns in a fair and timely manner and maintains records of disciplinary or referral actions taken;
Closely monitors the physical plant of the schools and grounds and follows-up on student vandalism;
Assists in the interpretation of school district programs relating to student substance abuse and truancy;
Makes recommendations for appropriate revisions of policies and rules effecting student behavior;
Assists in discussing strategies to improve student performance, attendance and development;
Assists in developing and administering practices dealing with campus control and security;
Maintains active relationships with parents, families and students;
Assists in establishing rules governing students sent to the in-school suspension/detention room;
Responds to written and oral communication regarding student development and discipline matters;
Serves as a member of such committees and attends such meetings as directed by the principal;
Assumes responsibility when all administrators are out of the building;
Performs other tasks and assumes responsibilities within the overall scope of the position which the principal may assign.
Minimum qualifications include:EDUCATION: B. A. Degree
Salary: View salary grids on Pages 3 – 4, Section 1. of the Management Personnel I-M agreement
Work schedule: 200 day work year (Temporary appoximately September 29, 2025 through May 11, 2026)
Bargaining unit: Management Personnel I-M
Osseo Area Schools offers:Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.
Background Check and Drug Screen Process Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Student Management Specialist
Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Student Management Specialist
Location:
Maple Grove Senior High
Closing Date:
until filled
Description: A Student Management Specialist uses restorative practices to build and maintain relationships between students, teachers, and parents. They help students to grow and to improve behavior while creating individual interventions for students. They also plan for and maintain school-wide systems, structures, and discipline. They are ambassadors for our community and believe passionately in the potential of our students.
Job Summary:
Assists principals in the overall administration of the high school;
Performs as a resource for teachers and staff who express concerns for student attendance, student development and/or discipline;
Coordinates efforts with guidance, police liaison officer(s), school psychologist, and/or social worker in meeting with students and parents to discuss improving student attendance and/or behavior;
Consults with families via conference or communication systems concerning student attendance and behavior;
Resolves student behavior concerns in a fair and timely manner and maintains records of disciplinary or referral actions taken;
Closely monitors the physical plant of the schools and grounds and follows-up on student vandalism;
Assists in the interpretation of school district programs relating to student substance abuse and truancy;
Makes recommendations for appropriate revisions of policies and rules effecting student behavior;
Assists in discussing strategies to improve student performance, attendance and development;
Assists in developing and administering practices dealing with campus control and security;
Maintains active relationships with parents, families and students;
Assists in establishing rules governing students sent to the in-school suspension/detention room;
Responds to written and oral communication regarding student development and discipline matters;
Serves as a member of such committees and attends such meetings as directed by the principal;
Assumes responsibility when all administrators are out of the building;
Performs other tasks and assumes responsibilities within the overall scope of the position which the principal may assign.
Minimum qualifications include:EDUCATION: B. A. Degree
Salary: View salary grids on Pages 3 – 4, Section 1. of the Management Personnel I-M agreement
Work schedule: 200 day work year
Bargaining unit: Management Personnel I-M
Osseo Area Schools offers:Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.
Background Check and Drug Screen Process Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Superintendent
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Northland Community School’s main office is located in Remer, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 330 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: https://www.isd118.k12.mn.us/
City Website: https://www.cityofremer.com/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Northland Community School Board seeks a superintendent with strong leadership skills in:
- Integrity and Ethics: Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the school board, students, staff, and community.
- Effective Leadership: Demonstrates experience in executing strategic plans, problem solving, and motivating for positive change
- Personal Skills: Maintains a prominent and approachable presence, ensuring effective communication with the school board, staff, students, parents, and community members
- Financial Expertise: Possesses experience and knowledge in school finance, ensuring fiscal responsibility
- Board Collaboration: Works cooperatively with the School Board, providing options and informed recommendations.
SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive starting salary range of $110,000 – 140,000 will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Additional benefits available may include Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance, 403(b) Contribution, among others.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 18, 2025
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on May 18, 2025, and must include the completed online application.
Contact Lee Warne at 507-828-2468 ([email protected]) with questions. Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.
Northland Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.