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Director of Finance

Director of Finance

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Summary:
Direct all business services to ensure that resources necessary to support District goals and achieve student outcomes are allocated and expended in a manner consistent with statutory requirements, applicable rules and regulations, and school board policies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Manage all financial planning, including budgets, levies, investments, bonding, enrollment projections and borrowing
  • Manage financial and accounting services which satisfy the needs of the School District and conform to requirements of the Uniform Financial Accounting and Reporting Standards (UFARS)
  • Coordinate a cost-effective property, casualty and liability insurance program consistent with statutory requirements, applicable rules and regulations, and School Board policy; assist the personnel department with payroll aspects of employee benefits administration
  • Review and compose all of the District’s non-labor agreements
  • Manage all School District elections in conformance with statutory requirements
  • Manage the School District’s cash flow so as to meet financial obligations and maximize investment earnings with statutory limitations
  • Act as a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet in carrying out the day-to-day operations of the School District, preparing for and attending all School Board meetings, and advising the Superintendent and Board on matters relating to the Finance Department.
  • Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department
  • Develops short-term and long-term financial goals for the district, regular financial forecasts, and other financial reports for internal and external use by the District.
  • Directs, plans and coordinates the District’s budget planning, development and implementation process.
  • Develop and lead implementation of the district’s long-range financial planning process including the district’s financial management strategy in alignment with the district’s mission.
  • Provide technical financial advice and counsel to managers and school board on all financial matters.
  • Maintain a system of controls and record keeping ensuring that expenditures are within the limitations of the approved budget.
  • Ensure improvement of the budgeting process by educating budget managers.
  • Ensure compliance, accuracy, timeliness and clarity in financial reporting.
  • Collaborate with the executive director of human resources in the collective bargaining process by participating in contract negotiations and school board negotiations strategy sessions.
  • Maintain and improve administrative and operational accounting services for management investments, 403b/457 plans, grants, payroll, accounts payable and purchasing.
  • Oversee the annual District financial audit and submission for the Certificate in Excellence in Financial Reporting.

ISD 622 Universal Competencies:
Accountability — Accept personal and shared accountability for the results of our work with learners
Integrity — Demonstrate the core values of openness, honesty and integrity in every interaction
Excellence — Seek excellence and attain high levels of achievement in every endeavor
Achievement — Focus on the results of action (learning) and not the action itself (teaching)
Courage — Do what needs to be done because it is the right thing to do
Teamwork — Willing to collaborate
Respect — Respect every individual and provide high levels of service for internal and external customers

The duties of this position may change from time to time. ISD 622 reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at their discretion. The job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Agriculture Education Teacher

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Agriculture Education Teacher

Position Type:  Agriculture

Date Posted:  June 9, 2023

Location:  Pine Island High School

Work day/Year:  1 FTE, 2023-2024

Closing Date For Applications: until filled

Job Summary:  Independent School District #255 Pine Island is seeking an Agricultural Education teacher and FFA Advisor for the 2023-24 school year. Pine Island High School values our Agricultural and CTE programs. The Pine Island FFA has been a successful organization with great community support. Interested individuals will have the opportunity to direct the Agriculture program and collaborate regularly with a strong CTE team.

 

Pine Island Schools is a growing district with around 1,500 students, and is located ten minutes north of Rochester. Letter of Application, district application, transcripts, resume and 3 letters of reference should be submitted online and directed to Mitchel Schiltz, High School Principal.

 

Qualifications:

Current Minnesota Teaching Licensure.

 

Application Procedure:  Click Here to access the online application: https://www.applitrack.com/pineisland/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teaching

Districtwide Custodian

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FULL-TIME CUSTODIAN

DISTRICTWIDE FLOAT

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.

POSITION:

Full-Time Night Custodian – Float Districtwide – 8 hours/day

***Summer hours are 7 AM – 3:30 PM; resume regular hours mid-August.***

Regular hours: 3 PM to 11:30 PM – 260 days per year – Monday thru Friday

Open immediately

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School degree, GED, or equivalent.

2. Demonstrated knowledge of building cleaning skills.

3. Demonstrated positive customer service skills.

4. At least one (1) year of experience in a school custodial position and or equivalent custodial experience.

5. Experienced in basic P.C. operation relating to email, internet, and work order systems.

6. Capable of working cooperatively and congenially with other employees and supervisors.

7. Understanding of and ability to act as a confidential employee regarding staff and students.

8. Motivated, energetic, timely, respectful and a strong proven work ethic.

 

REPORTS TO: Head Custodian, Building Principal, and Director of Buildings and Grounds Operations as situationally appropriate.

 

JOB GOAL: To provide for the safe operation and completion of assigned duties to maintain a comfortable and safe environment for students, teachers, other staff personnel and community.

 

Working Conditions:

All employees subject to hazards are equipped and trained per OSHA standards.

Subject to work with biohazard waste.

Subject to temperature changes while performing assigned duties.

May be required to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Subject to the hazards, dust and odors from sanding and painting procedures.

Subject to the hazards, vapors, and odors from various cleaning chemicals.

May be subject to work in the vicinity of chronic hazardous materials i.e., asbestos.

May be subject to work with hazardous chemicals.

Subject to work from elevated work surfaces.

 

Physical Demands:

All employees subject to physical demands are equipped and trained per OSHA standards.

Be able to lift 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.

Be able to lift 100 pounds, with assistance, using proper lifting techniques or equipment.

Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Be able to bend body and arms in all directions to lift and move objects and to perform custodial duties.

Be able to ascend and descend a ladder while performing custodial duties.

Bend body at waist downward and forward to perform custodial duties.

Bend both legs and knees to kneel or place knees on concrete, vinyl, tile, and carpet surfaces.

Extend hands and arms in all directions to perform custodial duties.

Use upper and lower extremities to perform custodial duties, and upper extremities to handle custodial equipment, shovel snow and push and open doors.

Use hands to select appropriate keys, insert into locks, turn doorknobs, and open doors.

Answer, communicate and dial the telephone and use 2-way radio in clear, precise voice.

Personally respond quickly to emergency situations in all areas of the building, assess each situation and take appropriate action.

Have the physical ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.

Perform work in high areas, such as, hoists and ladders.

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Dusts, vacuums, empties trash and recycling, sweeps, mops, scrubs and/or cleans classrooms, offices, restrooms, hallways, entries, doors, windows, gyms and cafeterias, and stocks necessary supplies, etc…

2. Maintains cleanliness of chairs, desks, lockers, trash cans, carpets, hard floors, and equipment as part of a custodial routine or by special request.

3. Sets up equipment (i.e.: chairs, bleachers) for community education classes, sporting events, concerts, meetings, or other special events (indoors and outdoors). Checks building calendar, work orders and/or checks directly with supervisor to determine what equipment and service level is needed. Takes down equipment, coordinates cleaning of spaces used and locks up after event.

4. Performs light building and equipment maintenance.

5. Communicates the need for repairs to his/her supervisor.

6. Performs routine grounds maintenance (i.e.: shoveling snow, mowing)

7. Secures building at night, setting alarms, and locking doors and windows. Opens and closes building for special events.

8. Collaborates with other personnel in unloading freight trucks of food, paper, and supplies.

9. Maintains proficiency level in all required District, Health and Safety, and custodial trainings.

10. Maintains all licensure required by employee bargaining contract and State.

11. Employee is responsible to be knowledgeable about all District policy.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

 

WAGES: $23.78 plus shift pay of $ .38 = $24.16/hr – As per the current custodial master agreement.  During the summer, no shift pay.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants must apply on our website at www.isd12.org.  Click on “Apply” to begin the application process.  Applications are received and interviews conducted until position is filled and posting is removed.

Early Childhood Family Education and School Readiness Preschool Coordinator

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Early Childhood Family Education/School Readiness Preschool Coordinator

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.

Qualifications:
● BA/BS degree in early childhood education or related field
● Valid teaching license in Parent and Family Education and/or Early Childhood Education
● Knowledge of and commitment to community education mission
● Demonstrate customer and human relations skills
● Demonstrate supervisory experience.
● Ability to work independently and prioritize work assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
● Skill in identifying and responding to community needs and concerns
● Ability to partner with parents and school district staff to meet needs
● Skill in use of computers (Google Docs, Student Information Systems)
● Demonstrated writing, planning and organizational skills
● Skill in working with school district budgets

Reports to: Director of Community Education

Job Goals: Coordinate a comprehensive program that provides ECFE, School Readiness Preschool and parent education to district residents.

Performance Responsibilities:
● Promote and communicate a positive image of Centennial Schools and the Community Education department with internal and external customers.
● Plan and implement early childhood programs in accordance with policies, philosophies and goals of Community Education, Early Childhood, and Centennial School District.
● Plan and deliver programs and services for families with children aged birth to five. Oversee day-to-day operations and monitor implementation and evaluation of programming.
● Recruit, interview, select, supervise, schedule, and evaluate preschool staff and administrative assistant.. Work with the Human Resources Department for consultation regarding staffing, investigations and discipline issues. Plan and manage ECFE/SR/ECS budgets, including ordering supplies
● Complete ECFE/SR/ECS state reports and submit them to the Community Education Director, Superintendent, and MN Department of Education.
● Plan, implement, and participate in staff development and attend educational meetings, seminars and workshops.
● Represent Centennial Early Childhood on district, county, and statewide committees.
● Attend educational meetings, conferences and workshops related to early childhood.
● Oversee the preparation of essential program, class, event, and workshop information for publication in newsletters, brochures and flyers to market early childhood programs
● Facilitate staff meetings for early childhood staff
● Support the coordination of parent education activities and special events district-wide including on-site activities and early childhood field trips.
● Collaborate with Early Childhood Special Education for student placements, inclusion and co-teaching, implementation of grants, student needs, IEPs, etc. Service all students with IEPs to ensure accommodations and inclusion plans are followed in partnership with ECSE.
● Partner with area private preschools and daycare centers to share resources
● Serve as an early childhood representative at the district level when working with the Teaching & Learning Department, special education, K-12 administration and staff, family advocates, and business office.
● Perform program outreach by seeking out and collaborating with other service providers, businesses, parks and recreation, non-profit organizations, and K-12 staff
● Work with Director of Community Education and other staff members in areas such as ongoing needs assessment, surveys, program evaluations, budgets, program and events planning and implementation, and policy development.
● Show proficiency in student management systems including Eleyo (monitoring enrollment and supervision of the registration process), ELSA (management and invoicing of Early Learning Scholarships), School Messenger, Schoology, and Infinite Campus (student information and attendance).
● Coordinate Prek-3rd grade alignment.
● Approve leave time and timesheets and monitor unfilled absences and subbing
● Oversee the implementation and use of Minnesota state approved curriculum and assessment for preschool and make changes as necessary.
● Maintain and submit Parent Aware rating applications, Pathway Early Learning Scholarship applications, and grants (including the Early ID grant) to appropriate county and state entities.
● Report screening data to the MN Department of Education
● Collaborate with family advocate and liaisons to offer equitable services to all families
● Perform other related functions as assigned by the Director of Community Education or other designated representative.

Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Position may require a significant amount of walking or standing in order to work directly with children.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually.

Evaluation Coordinator: Director of Community Education

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All applicants must apply on our website at www.isd12.org. Click on “Apply” to begin the application process. Application Deadline: June 15, 2023.

High School Mathematics Teacher (Grades 9-12)

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Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students’ skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.

Essential Performance ResponsibilitiesDevelops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real an imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Maintains familiarity with district and Minnesota State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, iPads, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of a wide range of mathematic subject areas, including arithmetic equations, calculus, trigonometry, geometry, and other related areas.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:Minnesota State Certification as a Mathematics Education Teacher
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation
EducationBachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status:  Exempt
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.