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Secondary Virtual Academy Dean of Students .5 FTE

Secondary Virtual Academy Dean of Students .5 FTE

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Job Responsibilities:

The successful candidate for the Dean position will provide leadership and build systems to support staff, schools, and the district in increasing appropriate instructional capacity that allows all students to meet or exceed expected growth each year, graduate from high school, and eliminate predictability in achievement through practices of educational equity. This position will assist the Principal Team in leading the building’s efforts in creating a culturally competent and racially inclusive learning environment so that all students are successful. The individual will also assist the leadership team in leading the design and implementation of the district’s instructional delivery and professional development in alignment with the district’s operational plan and individual school improvement plans. The individual will also assist the leadership team in leading the design and implementation of the district’s instructional methodology and professional development programs aligned with the district operational plan. Actively support district planning and improvement processes.

  • Assist teachers, parents and students in resolving academic and non-academic student issues in the school.
  • Maintains records of any student disciplinary actions taken in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and District policies.
  • Confers with parents, teachers, support services personnel and students on matters of discipline and problem solving.
  • Provides mentoring services to students and consultation services to parents.
  • Reports to administrators, teachers, school attendance staff, parents, and students relative to issues affecting student performance.
  • Recommends appropriate programs for students to assist them with behavioral problems.
  • Instructs and advises students regarding their responsibility to adhere to school rules and policies, to foster a safe school environment, and to respect other individuals and property.
  • Assists in arranging for appropriate tutorial instruction related to assigned academic work.
  • Assists administrators, teachers, and school attendance staff in addressing student attendance problems.
  • Assists in the administration of the In-School Suspension Program.
  • Arranges meetings as directed with students, parents, teachers, and administrators regarding disciplinary problems in school.
  • Counsels individual students as needed and makes appropriate referrals for testing, guidance or other services.
  • Coordinates with community and government agencies relating to drug and alcohol abuse, truancy, and other conduct.
  • Assists in developing policies and practices to assure building security and safety.
  • Assists in the preparation of student expulsion hearings.

Additional Duties

  • Performs other related tasks as assigned.
    Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Social Studies Teacher .5 FTE Virtual Academy

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • 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

Elementary Behavior Intervention Teacher

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • 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

Career and Technical Education Teacher

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Position: High School Career and Technical Education Teacher

Building Location: Alexandria Area High School

Total FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Essential Functions:

Deliver classroom instruction; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate and prepare for peer evaluation process.

Supervise students during the school day according to the established building schedule; provide indirect supervision during regular school days.

Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues and approaches to instructional units; evaluate new teaching technologies and/or procedures.

Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $875 per month
Dental Insurance
District contribution of $40 per month
13 sick leave days per year
2 personal leave days per year
$50,000 Group Term Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Aflac offerings:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
2% 403b Match upon completion of probationary period

ADSIS Teacher

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Full-time (1.00 FTE) ADSIS Teacher 

Dakota Meadows Middle School

 

Mankato Area Public Schools has a full-time (1.00 FTE) position available for an ADSIS Teacher at Dakota Meadows Middle School beginning August 24, 2026.

Summary of Duties: 
This position includes supporting students through the ADSIS program. The purpose of ADSIS is to provide instruction to assist students who need additional behavioral support to succeed in the general education environment.

Qualifications Required:
A valid MN Teaching licensure required

Salary Range:
$51,028 – $93,287 (based on the MTA salary schedule).

Eligible Employee Benefits include:

  • Teacher Retirement Associations (TRA) Retirement Pension
  • 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Fully Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Holidays
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Application deadline:
April 23, 2026, or until Filled.
To apply go to www.isd77.org click on Employment Opportunities.  Please upload official transcripts and 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

This position will be filled on the basis of the experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District.  District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

Executive Director

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Primary Function

The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the NWSISD Joint Powers Collaborative, a partnership of seven member districts. The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the vision of “A Global Community Learning and Growing Together” by overseeing programs that promote racial equity, cultural awareness, and integrated educational opportunities for students across the collaborative.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Directs the implementation and evolution of the NWSISD Integration Plan in alignment with the State of Minnesota’s Desegregation Rule and Equal Opportunity in Schools.
  • Ensures all programs and services align with the three core goals: creating culturally inclusive environments, fostering inter-district interactions, and preparing students from racially and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds for post-secondary success.
  • Serves as the primary liaison to the seven member district Superintendents, their Multi-District Collaborative Councils (MDCCs), and Minnesota Department of Education’s Achievement and Integration Program.
  • Oversees the NWSISD Magnet Schools program, including the prioritized lottery application process, transportation services, Reflection and Review process, and Curriculum Integration Coordinator (CIC) supports.
  • Ensures member districts have support in the execution of college and career programming, such as AVID and Educators Rising.
  • Oversees the Multicultural Resource Center, ensuring member districts have access to inclusive, diverse, and strategic instructional materials.
  • Oversees the development of Professional Learning opportunities for staff across all seven member districts, including the Inter-District Partnership (IDP) series and Monthly Equity Staff Meetings.
  • Oversees community-wide partnerships and serves as a legislative liaison for integration-related activities.
  • Oversees the marketing and promotion of NWSISD programs to ensure families across the collaborative are aware of voluntary integration options.
  • Manages the annual operating budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility in programming, staffing, and district operations.
  • Supervises NWSISD staff, including recruitment, professional supervision, and performance evaluation.
  • Serves as an ex-officio member of the Joint Powers School Board, coordinating meeting preparations and implementing Board policies.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $134,500 – $144,500 (negotiable based on experience)
Contract Days: 235 days per year
Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, HSA & FSA, Retirement Plan

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