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Director of Academics – Elementary Education

Director of Academics – Elementary Education

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Rochester Public Schools is hiring a Director of Academics – Elementary Education to lead implementation of a comprehensive system of professional development, curriculum, instruction, and assessment for elementary schools.  This position fills a critical leadership role for the district while supervising a capable team of implementation specialists and instructional coaches.  In a typical day, this person might lead a PD session for a group of teachers, liaise with principals on curriculum needs, meet with a workgroup about evaluating and selecting curriculum, and assist a group of teachers with making meaningful decisions based on assessment results.

The Director will be critical in supporting implementation of a key initiative of the school district’s strategic plan, which can be found here: https://www.rochesterschools.org/about-us/rps-strategic-plan.

Rochester Public Schools has joined a consortium of innovative school districts in the United States and Canada called the Deeper Learning Dozen that are committed to bring deeper learning to life for every student. The partners in the initiative conceptualize deeper learning as a series of educational experiences that combine mastery, identity, and creativity. For more on this emerging understanding of deeper learning, please visit the Deeper Learning Dozen’s website at https://www.deeperlearningdozen.org. In coordination with a team, the Director will play an important role in realizing this vision.

The successful applicant for the position will be:

  • Comfortable working with teachers, principals, staff, families, and community member
  • Enjoy teaching and assisting others in effectively using data to make instructional decisions
  • Enjoy working with curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment, and bringing them together in innovative ways
    Self-motivated and able to direct their own work.

Rochester Public Schools recognizes that not every talent is backed by a resume that checks every box on our job description.  If you think you are right for the job, we still encourage you to apply.  We recognize that expertise is gained in many ways, and we strongly value diversity of life experiences.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Directs the planning and implementation of professional development opportunities for instructional staff
  • Provide strong, direct instructional leadership and lead change in the schools and the district.
  • Ability to facilitate the development, revision, and coordinates efforts for improved learning outcomes and staff development
  • Develops positive relationships and initiates activities to maximize effective planning, programming, and cooperation among schools, district staff, the community at large, and institutions of higher education.
  • Provides vision, direction, management and oversight for all aspects of the elementary and early childhood programs, including goals; budgets; curriculum; student assessment; program evaluation; data collection and analysis; school improvement plans; compliance; and the selection, allocation, development and supervision of personnel.
  • Collaborates with District Cabinet members, Principals, Teachers and district staff.
  • Maintains current knowledge of effective instructional strategies and practices that support, enhance program effectiveness, and results in better learning outcome
  • Plans, organizes, leads and implements changes relating to curriculum, instructions, professional development and assessment.
  • Responds to parent or staff concerns as needed to facilitate problem solving
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the school district’s strategic plan;
  • Ability to inform and collaborate with school administrators based on research;
  • Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor and assess new and/or current school-based programs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community stakeholders, administrators, teachers, and staff.
  • Provides direct supervision of instructional coaches and other related staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Early Childhood Family Education Teacher

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MAPS ECFE Teacher
Center For Learning

Mankato Area Public Schools has an Early Childhood Teacher position available within the Early Learning Department. This is a lead classroom teacher position within our ECFE program. This position includes the opportunity for daytime and evening hours for the 2023-24 School Year.

Qualifications: Current MN Early Childhood Teacher License

Rate of Pay: Salary based on master agreement/ Additional compensation may be awarded based on significant levels of education and previous experience.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org and upload 3 current letters of recommendation.

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.

For further information contact Katie Gag, Assistant Director of Early Learning at 507-625-4620.

Application deadline:  June 24, 2023 or until Filled

Special Education Teacher – ASD (ASD or ABS licensure)

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Position Title:  Special Education Teacher:  ASD (ASD or ABS licensure)

Start Date:  2023-2024 School Year

Mahtomedi Public Schools is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Mahtomedi High School special education team.  Candidates who are passionate about creating a positive and structured learning environment are encouraged to apply to join our team!

About the Position:

Location:  Mahtomedi High School
Caseload:  Approximately 18-22 students, Federal Setting 1-2
Student Eligibility Categories:  ASD, OHD
Other:  Daily prep (1 period) and case management (1 period) time each day
Due Process Assistants manage scheduling of meetings and filing paperwork
School psychologist/department lead at the school
On-site mental health therapist and mental health practitioner (CTSS)

Position is full-time, part of the teacher bargaining unit.  Salary and benefits part of the Master Agreement.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree; Special Education ASD or ABS teaching license or able to obtain appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Preferred Experience:

Ability to teach students with significant needs in the areas of social, emotional, behavioral and academic development utilizing a progression of interventions.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about creating a dynamic and engaging program environment that provides direct instruction to a variety of learning needs for students who receive services under ASD.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identify the needs of assigned students with disabilities through formal and informal assessments
  • Plan, develop and implement appropriate lessons to ensure the achievement of student growth
  • Communicate with students, parents and staff on a regular basis on student progress
  • Write IEP’s (Individual Educational Plans) and Due Process reports in accordance to MDE regulations
  • Lead and facilitate IEP meetings
  • Create and implement behavior intervention plans
  • Attend department, school and parent meetings
  • Provide program guidance to paraprofessionals
  • Other job-related duties as assigned

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.

School Psychologist/Building Lead

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SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST/BUILDING LEAD, OH ANDERSON ELEMENTARY (3rd-5th)

Date of Availability: 2023-2024

Position is full-time, for the 2023-2024 school year and part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at OH Anderson Elementary School.  Salary and benefits part of the Master Agreement.

Job Summary:

Mahtomedi Public Schools is seeking a talented School Psychologist to join our team at OH Anderson elementary school. Candidates with leadership experience or potential are preferred as this position also serves as the building/department lead and works closely with the building principals and the Director of Student Support Services. An additional stipend is provided for performing building lead responsibilities. This position typically has 30 evaluations per year.  

Professional Support:

  • Regular connection and collaboration with other district school psychologists
  • Support and consultation from the building and district administrative team
  • Weekly Special Education Leadership Team meetings with Director of Student Support Services
  • Opportunities to attend professional development and conferences
  • New staff mentorship program, including time to meet regularly with a mentor

Qualifications:
Applicants who will hold the following credentials by August 28, 2023 are welcome to apply. We will work with applicants whose license is in process.

  • Minnesota Teacher License:  School Psychologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conducts psychological assessments, functional behavioral analysis
  • Facilitates communication between teachers, administrators, parents and students to find solutions to academic, behavioral, and mental health problems
  • Provides psychological counseling based on IEP goals and objectives
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of academic and behavioral management programs being used; disseminates research for use in evaluations and programs
  • Provide leadership to staff and administration in the areas of Multi-Tier Systems of support (MTSS)
  • Facilitate data-team (screening/progress monitoring) and child-study team (individual problem-solving) meetings
  • Building’s contact person for communication between buildings or programs
  • Serve as knowledgeable resource for team members regarding due process rules and procedures
  • Collaborate with building administration to identify building specific special education needs and plan to address these needs
  • Complete additional duties as assigned by the Director of Student Support Services

 

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.

HS Physical Education and Health Teacher

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH TEACHER
CENTENNINAL HIGH SCHOOL

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, district’s high school graduation rate of 94.7% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.

Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, with 78% of them holding a master’s degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent”, and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH TEACHER
1.0 FTE – Centennial High School        – Starting August 21, 2023.
183 Workdays                                            – 7:15 AM – 3:15 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a valid physical education and health teaching license in the State of Minnesota.
Teachers must be able to demonstrate the highest commitment to student achievement and effective development.
Teachers must have the willingness to adapt to becoming part of a total school effort in educating our students.
Teachers must have a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with other staff members, students and parents in providing and promoting positive relationships.
Teachers must be of the highest integrity with a strong commitment to modeling excellence in all aspects of the teacher/student/parent relationships.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

WAGES:
Candidates will be placed on the teacher contract and will receive benefits according to the CEA
contract.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Apply” to begin the applications process. Applications accepted and interviews conducted until position is filled and posting is removed.
Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

HS Assistant Principal

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ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, Centennial students score significantly higher than the state averages in reading and math. The district’s high school graduation rate of 96% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.

Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, 78% of whom hold a master’s degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents, and community members. As a district that encourages, listens, and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent,” and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
In collaboration with the high school principal, assists in providing leadership in the following areas:
*learning climate
*curriculum and instruction
*school-community relations
*supervision and evaluation
*resource management
*school activities
*staff development
*mediation, discipline and attendance
*testing facilitation and management
*Perkins and 916 facilitation
*alternative education coordination
*other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a valid Minnesota license as a secondary school principal or be in the process of completing the requirements for a license.
A minimum of one (1) year of recent successful educational leadership experience is required.
Recent successful experience at the level of assistant principal or higher is preferred.
Proven strong skills in inter-personal communications required.
Demonstrated skills in any of the following areas preferred: collaborative decision making, supervision, evaluation, curriculum development, planning and motivation.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school board may find appropriate and acceptable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Salary is consistent with the current principals’ master agreement.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All applicants must apply on our district website at www.isd12.org. Click on “Apply” to begin application process. Applications accepted through June 30, 2023.

SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO:
Dan Melde
Director of Human Resources
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014