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Elementary Lead Principal

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The Elementary Principal leads the delivery of educational programs, operations, personnel, and financial resources within the building to ensure that District policies are followed, District and state standards are achieved, and that the educational needs of all students are met.

Job Summary:

  • Fosters high student achievement and provides learning experiences which help all students meet or exceed the Minnesota standards.
  • Develops a safe and welcoming learning environment where all individuals are respected.
  • Collaborates with building and District personnel to implement curriculum and instructional programs that support learning opportunities for all students.
  • Coordinates the involvement of various building stakeholders–staff, parents/guardians, students–in the development and implementation of policies that enhance opportunities for students.
  • Conducts classroom observations and evaluates the effectiveness of staff.
  • Develops building processes and procedures dealing with student learning and behavior.
  • Develops and administers the approved building budget and staffing.
  • Makes decisions relating to human resources within the building, including but not limited to hiring, discipline, training and development, performance appraisal, and related activities.
  • Is an integral member of the District leadership team, serving on building, district, and community committees.
  • Develops and directs the preparation of building emergency procedures and responses with District personnel.
  • Supports the maintenance and improvement of the school plant, facilities, and equipment.
  • Monitors the completion of reports, records, and communications required by the District and State.
  • Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.

Dean of Students

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Position Information:

Dean of Students – Hawthorne, Lakeview, & Sibley Elementary Schools

Under the supervision of the building principal, the Elementary Dean of Students will provide student social, emotional, behavioral and/or academic support while promoting a positive school climate and culture. This position will work with students, staff, and families to create proactive support systems for our students, including by not limited to academic and behavior success, attendance guidelines, as well as support various discipline situations and work in collaboration with the District Office lead administrator when principal is not present.  Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills to facilitate connection and sharing of thoughts and ideas in multiple formats with diverse audiences. Ability to reason, interpret, and analyze information to generate new knowledge and understanding. Seeking an individual who is solution driven and resilient when faced with challenges, and skilled in planning and organization.  Experience at the elementary school level is preferred.

Preference will be given to applicants who hold a K-6 Minnesota teaching license and have 3 years experience working with K-6 students.  Candidates working toward licensure will be considered.

Spanish Immersion – 1st Grade

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1st Grade Spanish Immersion Teacher

Position Type: Elementary Teacher

Date Posted: July 25, 2023

Location: Pine Island Public School District #255

Work day/Year: Full time

Closing Date For Applications: open until filled

Job Summary: Independent School District #255, Pine Island Elementary is seeking a full-time 1st Grade Spanish Immersion teacher beginning in the 2023-24 school year.

The Pine Island School District is looking for a candidate who enjoys delivering engaging curriculum and collaborating with others. This candidate would work alongside both the 1st grade team and other Spanish Immersion teachers to create the best learning experience possible for the students.

 

There are opportunities for support to all staff members in the areas of technology, curriculum, and professional development. The Pine Island School District has seen consistent growth for many years and offers many great opportunities for both students and staff.

Qualifications:  Current Minnesota licensure grades 1-6 or other comparable license

Fluent in Spanish and English

To fill out an application and view all jobs available in the Pine Island School District, please navigate to the following website.

https://www.applitrack.com/pineisland/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

Dean of Students

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Full-time (1.0 FTE) High School Level Dean of Students position is available at Forest Lake Area High School beginning the 2023-24 school year. The dean of students is part of the student services team and manages the students life of a caseload of students.  Including but not limited to student behavior, class selection, college planning, SEL and event supervision in addition to other activities as assigned such as Ranger Connect, Standardized testing and other committees.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

1.0 FTE Teacher on Special Assignment Literacy Coach (1 year commitment) – Middle School

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Position Summary: This position is funded through the Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grant through the Minnesota Department of Education. This grant and its requirements are active through the 2023-2024 school year.

The Literacy Coach builds the capacity of Tier 1 (core) classroom teachers to close the literacy achievement gap by supporting teachers’ capacity to implement best practice instruction, increasing student engagement, and improving student academic achievement.
This support will take place in a variety of ways:Job Embedded Coaching and Professional Development
Effective literacy coaches spend 80% of their time working directly with teachers to enhance teacher practice and improve student learning through coaching on evidence-based practices. They make effective use of their time by using a multi-faceted approach to coaching to carefully determine what types of coaching can be done effectively with large groups, small groups, and individual teachers.Instructional Literacy Leadership
Effective literacy coaches are integral members of leadership teams at the school and district level. Literacy coaches serve as literacy leaders within their schools by working with administrators and other teachers to establish a school-wide literacy vision, aligning instruction to state academic standards, analyzing data, and helping teachers use the data to make instructional decisions. Coaches are routinely expected to develop and lead large group and small group professional learning.  Collaboration
The instructional coach teams with administrators, other coaches, the Family Literacy Specialist, and classroom teachers in a collaborative, reflective relationship to enhance instructional capacity and maximize student learning. On occasion, other teachers or specialists (like interventionists) may be included in professional learning teams, but the coach’s primary role is to support classroom teachers delivering core instruction using evidence-based practices. Coaching provides non-evaluative teacher support through action planning, co-planning, observing, modeling, conferencing, and co-teaching that is differentiated to meet teachers’ professional learning needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Use a variety of strategies to establish rapport and trust with teachers and leaders
Serve on school committees that focus on literacy-related and student achievement issues, including being a member of the intervention and student support teams
Develop, refine, and manage the school’s literacy goals and site plan
Apply principles of adult learning theory when working with teachers
Analyze data and guide data-driven decision making with teachers and leaders
Serve as a liaison between the district and school by attending district-level meetings/workshops and sharing the information with the appropriate stakeholders
Provide grade level/team level professional development on evidence-based practices
Reflect on coaching practices and engage in continuous improvement to meet the diverse needs of teachers
Advocate for equity to identify the instructional practices that will help teachers meet the needs of all learners, especially underserved students
Fulfill all MDE CLSD requirements including:Keep a daily coaching log and coaching cycle action plans
Attend and participate in all MDE hosted webinars, communities of practice, monthly district check-in meetings, trainings, and site visits
Keep minutes for Site Leadership Team meetings
Manage school’s CLSD grant file
Complete required reporting with site leadership and Family Literacy Specialists