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Math Teacher

Grade 3 Teacher

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GRADE 3 TEACHER
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY

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.

ELEMENTARY TEACHER- Grade 3
1.0 FTE – Centennial Elementary-               Starting August 21, 2023
183 Work days                       8 AM – 4 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a valid elementary education- K-6 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 “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications process. Applications accepted until filled and posting is removed.

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

Industrial Technology Teacher

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Teacher Level:  Secondary

Building Location:  Alexandria Area High 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.

 

Director of Special Education

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Director of Special Education
The St. Croix River Education District (SCRED) is proud to serve six school districts in east-central Minnesota: Chisago Lakes, East Central, Hinckley-Finlayson, North Branch, Pine City, and Rush City. The SCRED office and our member districts are located in and around the small community of Rush City, MN, which is northeast of Minneapolis/St.Paul. It is a great area for families seeking strong educational systems and rural Minnesota living, with the attractions of the Twin Cities close by.  To learn more, visit the Our District page of our website.

Position Purpose:
The Director of Special Education provides ongoing leadership, coordination, and oversight of the provision of special education services in compliance with state and federal special education laws. The Director of Special Education is responsible for ensuring that students with disabilities have access to free and appropriate education programs in the least restrictive environment. Furthermore, the Director of Special Education defines and champions change initiatives, organizational strategies, and effective practices aligned with the mission of SCRED.

Essential Duties:

  • Professional Learning
    • Develop the vision for the professional learning program in collaboration with the SCRED Services Coordination Team to ensure alignment with SCRED goals and messaging across service areas
    • Facilitate professional learning in alignment with SCRED’s vision, using effective adult learning strategies on a variety of topics, including due process, special education programming, section 504, and MTSS implementation
    • Convey consistent messaging across SCRED and its member districts to provide clear guidance and critical updates and promote ongoing professional learning
    • Direct the creation of resources and guidance to enhance professional learning and/or provide guidance to member district staff
    • Facilitate and/or participate in various stakeholder meetings, work groups, and networking opportunities
  • Consultation & Collaboration
    • Provide comprehensive and consistent technical assistance on legal and regulatory compliance in the areas of special education, Section 504, and MTSS
    • Consult with Special Services Supervisors and/or school teams regarding challenging student cases and parental disagreements
    • Serve as the lead liaison between SCRED, its member districts, and the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)
    • Lead teams through, and participate in, alternative dispute resolution activities with the MDE, as appropriate
  • Administrative Processes
    • Administer the Total Special Education System (TSES) for SCRED and each of its member districts
    • Develop and maintain special education guidelines related to various special education processes
    • Implement the Continuous Improvement Monitoring Process (CIMP) cycle
    • Oversee the implementation of procedures related to child find and child count
    • Ensure proper data collection for the Special Education Data Reporting Application (SEDRA) for SCRED and its member districts
    • Lead SCRED and its member districts through the State’s special education compliance monitoring processes
    • Respond to complaints and due process hearing requests filed with the MDE
    • Ensure the implementation of Extended School Year programs in collaboration with Special Services Supervisors and district administrators
  • System-Level Coordination
    • Facilitate SCRED’s Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC), on behalf of all member districts
    • Develop, direct, and provide ongoing leadership, coordination, and oversight of special services programming across SCRED and its member districts
    • Oversee SCRED student programs
    • Support the implementation of MTSS within district(s) of assignment to meet the needs of all students
    • Ensure the implementation of Extended School Year (ESY) programs in collaboration with Special Services Supervisors and district administrators
    • Direct the evaluation of special services programming and student outcomes as part of a continuous improvement process
  • Business Functions
    • Recruit, select, supervise, and evaluate the performance of designated education district positions
    • Anticipate member district needs and creates ongoing feedback mechanisms; identify and champion opportunities for the development and implementation of new services
    • Communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including board members, administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, students, parents, community members, and other educational partners
    • Assist the Executive Director and Business Manager in the preparation and monitoring of the SCRED budget, including making recommendations for staffing and services based on stakeholder needs
    • Maintain accurate records for the schools, including state reports, student records, and personnel records
    • Monitor and coordinate Minnesota Health Care Program (MHCP) processes
  • Other Duties as Assigned

Kindergarten Teacher

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

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a valid MN Elementary Education License or able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in school setting and/or previous experience working with elementary students
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to build relationships with students, colleagues, and community
  • Excellent communication skills with students, parents and staff

Responsibilities:

  • Identify the needs of students 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 regular basis on student progress
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
  • Update all necessary records accurately as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
  • Foster a community where all people are valued, respected, seen and heard
  • Inspire robust academics, critical and creative thinking and continuous personal growth
  • Create world-class learning experiences that integrate multiple perspectives
  • Attend department, school and parent meetings or functions
  • 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.

Special Education Teacher – ASD

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Position is full-time, part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at O.H Anderson Elementary.  Salary and benefits are part of the Teacher Master Agreement.

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree; Special Education ASD 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, adaptive and/or academic development utilizing a progression of interventions.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate the ability to create a highly structured environment that provides direct instruction to a variety of learning needs within the same environment while supporting behavioral skills with proactive behavior management interventions.
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
  • Foster a community where all people are valued, respected, seen and heard
  • Inspire robust academics, critical and creative thinking and continuous personal growth
  • Create world-class learning experiences that integrate multiple perspectives
  • Attend department, school and parent meetings
  • Provide program guidance to paraprofessionals

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.