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Superintendent

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Hastings Public School District’s main office is in Hastings, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 3,900 Kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.hastings.k12.mn.us

City Website: https://www.hastingsmn.gov

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Hastings Public School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with all stakeholder groups across the district
  • Provides a supportive learning environment for an increasingly diverse student body
  • Has the ability to collaboratively develop opportunities to overcome equity challenges
  • Practices delegation of authority, and empowers others through building mutual trust to sustain accountability
  • Demonstrates effective leadership through clear, direct communications and support
  • Works cooperatively with the School Board, and provides options and recommendations

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT: The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2022-23 school year is $180,000. A competitive compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  April 24, 2023

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 the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on April 24, 2023, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Hastings Public Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).

Please contact with any questions:  Barb Dorn, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-508-5501.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

Assistant Principal – Elementary (190 Days)

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Position Summary:
Assist the building principal in performing instructional leadership and management of the educational program to maximize student learning.   Assist with managing, evaluating and supervising effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, goals and strategic plan of the school district.  This includes instructional programs, co-curricular activities, and student management systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations and emergency procedures.

Primary Job Functions:

  • Assist the principal in the overall operation of the school and serve as a building instructional leader.
  • Support a school culture focused on learning and continuous improvement.
  • Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and personal responsibility.
  • Assist with developing and administering annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for all students.
  • Continually monitor student progress and outcomes.  Work with staff to improve student learning and achievement.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication and public relations with staff, students, parents and community members through all programs and activities.
  • Assist in preparing and managing budget for the building, maintain accurate budgetary records as required by district policies and procedures.
  • Support creating a high performing staff through effective hiring and evaluation systems.  Develop, coach, train, mentor and manage staff as directed.
  • Ensure compliance with all laws, school board policies and school district procedures.
  • Assist with supervising the instructional programs of the school on a regular basis to ensure the use of effective instructional strategies, content and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
  • Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages staff and students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students.
  • Establish a professional rapport with students and staff. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel. Serve as a role model.
  • Participate in professional development workshops, activities and seminars.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Education Center-Based Teacher – Elementary Level Bluff Creek Elementary 

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Special Education Center-Based Teacher – Elementary Level
Bluff Creek Elementary
For More Information contact: Jennifer Davie at [email protected]

Position Start Date: Contract starts August 28, 2023 (should also be available for new teacher induction workshop August 21-23)
FTE:  1.0
Responsible To:  Building Principals; Special Education Director/Supervisor
Qualifications: Valid State of Minnesota License in Special Education K-12 in any disability area.
Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills: This is a fulltime position in Special Education  see attachment

Elementary center-based program -ASPIRE. The ASPIRE program provides each student with individualized instruction supports, and services. The goal for each student is to access the general education setting in order to generalize social skills and to access academic instruction. All district center-based programs are multi-categorical based on student needs. This program primarily serves students who have qualified for special education services under the categories of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Other Health Disabilities (OHD), or mild Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD) and require more intensive supports, especially in the area of behavior/social skills.

Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment:  Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

Application review process ongoing until filled

Background check will be conducted.

If you are changing positions or the number of hours you work, your benefits may change.  Please make sure to check the eligibility as listed in the above agreement.
Qualification for Insurance: 40 hours per week for one semester or 100 continuous days (whichever is less) will qualify a teacher for insurance benefits

If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Application Procedure:
Please apply online at: http://www.district112.org (only online applications will be accepted).

Special Education Coordinator (TOSA)

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Special Education Coordinator (TOSA)
To be determined
For specific information contact Malai Turnbull at [email protected]

Position Start Date: August 28, 2023 (should also be available for new teacher induction 8/21/23 -8/23/23)
Banded/Graded:  C-5-2
Days/Hours: 1.0 FTE
Responsible To:  Director of Special Education and Special Education Supervisors
Licensure Requirements:  Valid State of Minnesota Special Education License or related service licensure; Secondary education experience preferred.

Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment:  Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

Major Job Function; Specific Tasks; Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:  See attachment

Background check will be conducted.

If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

If you are changing positions or the number of hours you work, your benefits may change, please make sure to check for eligibility of benefits as listed in the above agreement.

Application Procedure:  Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org (only online applications will be accepted).

Speech and Language Pathologist Teacher

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SPEECH and LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Centennial Elementary 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.

Speech and Language Pathologist
Centennial Elementary School         8:00 AM – 4:00 PM            Starting August 21, 2023

QUALIFICATIONS:
-Must be a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist with the State of Minnesota.
-Must be able to demonstrate the highest commitment to student achievement and effective development.
-Must have the willingness to adapt to becoming part of a total school effort in educating our students.
-Must have a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with other staff members, students and parents in providing and promoting positive relationships.
-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:
Consistent with the current Teachers’ Master Agreement.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications process. Applications accepted until filled.

Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

Middle School Teacher – Science

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Teacher Level:  Secondary

Building Location:  Discovery Middle School

Total FTE:  1.0

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.