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Choir Director

Choir Director

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Choir Director – Full-time (1.00 FTEs)
Mankato East High School

A full-time (1.00 FTEs) position as a Choir Director is available at East High School beginning August 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.

Summary of Duties:
This position conducts 9th grade mixed ensemble, auditioned Concert Choir, voice lessons and sectionals. Responsible for a co-curricular show/jazz choir which meets before school.

Qualifications:
Valid MN licensure in Classroom/Vocal Music

Salary Range:
$49,591 – $88,577 (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)
  • And Much More

Application Deadline:
April 18, 2025, or until filled.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org   Please upload transcripts & 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

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

 

Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator

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Qualifications/Experience:

MN Special Education Teaching License required, with an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education preferred, Master’s degree and MN Administrative license preferred, Minnesota K-12 Principal or Special Education Director’s License preferred.

Successful background check required.

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed:

Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills to engage diverse stakeholders. Expertise in early childhood, special education regulations, compliance, data analysis, and program evaluation. Ability to independently and collaboratively problem-solve, facilitate meetings, and foster inclusive engagement. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse populations, ensuring inclusive and productive engagement across different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Exemplifies the following Five Character Traits: compassion, respect, responsibility, self discipline and honesty.

 

Specific Tasks:

The Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator (ECSE) is responsible for overseeing and coordinating early childhood special education services for children ages birth to five. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, providing leadership for high-quality, developmentally appropriate services, and working collaboratively with district leaders, educators, contracted providers, and families to promote inclusive practices. Key tasks include ensuring effective early intervention services, fostering relationships between families, educators, and community partners, conducting early identification of students’ needs, assessing program effectiveness, and promoting long-term academic success for young children with disabilities. The ECSE Coordinator also works to innovate and enhance ECSE programming while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. Other duties as assigned. See the job description for additional information.

 

Hours Per Day:
200-210 days per year depending on licensure
As per agreement

Benefit eligible position: health, dental, and optical insurance, supplemental insurance available, long-term disability coverage, district-paid life insurance policy, retirement plan, sick days, vacation days, holidays, and more!  

Elementary Principal

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Qualifications/Experience:

Master’s degree with coursework in education, teaching, administration, or related experience working in a school, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minnesota K-12 Principal License.

MN Teaching License.

Prior special education teaching or other related experience preferred.

Successful background check required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Needed:

Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, and techniques used in administering and supervising programs in a school; excellent written and oral communication; ability to motivate and inspire others; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, parents, students, teachers, support staff, and community members.

Exemplifies the following Five Character Traits: compassion, respect, responsibility, self discipline and honesty.

 

Specific Tasks:

Provide leadership to create a comprehensive and innovative educational environment tailored to the unique needs of each student, as well as overseeing the building’s operations. Key tasks involve developing and maintaining an effective educational program that adheres to state and federal guidelines, serving as a mentor, coach, and leader for both staff and students, and ensuring the enforcement of student management and discipline policies. Additionally, the role focuses on promoting health, safety, and the overall welfare of students to foster a positive learning culture. See the job description for additional information.

Hours Per Day:
220 days per year
As per agreement

Benefit eligible position: health, dental, and optical insurance, supplemental insurance available, long-term disability coverage, district-paid life insurance policy, retirement plan, sick days, vacation days, holidays, and more!  

Program Administrator

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Meeker & Wright Special Education Cooperative #0938
Date Posted: March 26, 2025
Position Title: Program Administrator
Assignment Location: Sholund School for Girls (Annandale) and Wings (Litchfield)
Hours per Day: 8
Schedule: 215 day contract (July 1 – June 30)
Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2025
Salary: $90,000 – $115,000; commensurate with education and experience
Benefits: As outlined on MAWSECO’s Summary of Benefits 

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Program Administrator provides leadership, oversight, and direction for assigned MAWSECO programs, ensuring high-quality educational services that meet the diverse needs of students. This position is responsible for creating an equitable school culture and climate that promotes student success and staff engagement. The Program Administrator supervises cooperative staff, coordinates program operations, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as district policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Program Leadership and Oversight: Plan, organize, and manage daily operations and activities within assigned programs. Evaluate the effectiveness of existing educational programs and lead efforts to revise and develop new programs aligned with student needs and cooperative goals.
  • Staff Supervision and Development: Supervise and evaluate cooperative staff, providing feedback and professional development to ensure the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices, assessments, and curriculum. Conduct classroom walkthroughs, offer ongoing feedback, and meet with staff to foster reflection and continuous improvement.
  • Compliance and Accountability: Ensure that all educational services comply with federal, state, and district regulations. Maintain accurate educational records and prepare required reports.
  • Resource Management: Allocate program resources effectively and efficiently to maximize impact. Develop and manage program budgets in alignment with district goals.
  • Curriculum and Program Development: Provide guidance and consultation to staff on curriculum development, instructional practices, and program planning. Lead staff meetings and deliver professional development to support high standards of teaching and learning.
  • Staffing and Scheduling: Organize staff schedules and coordinate the school calendar to meet state and district guidelines. Collaborate with administrative support to adjust staffing allocations as needed.
  • Collaboration and Communication: Build and maintain strong relationships with residential program staff, community partners, and other stakeholders. Attend staffings and meetings to ensure coordinated service delivery.
  • Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging and facilitating action on new ideas that advance MAWSECO’s mission and vision.

The Program Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring that MAWSECO programs provide a safe, supportive, and high-quality learning environment where all students can thrive.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, culturally responsive teaching methods and approaches, and current best practices and strategies for a diverse student population.

Knowledge of:

  • theory and research in education
  • application of methods used in improving academic achievement
  • educational assessment practices and techniques
  • effective intervention, academic and behavior techniques
  • academic curriculum and pedagogical techniques that is effective across diverse populations
  • procedures, methods and strategies pertaining to the administration of an middle school/secondary level program operation
  • Minnesota State Academic Standards
  • school safety procedures
  • effective supervision and discipline of students
  • State and Federal laws relating to minors, the Teacher Code-of-Ethics, and local policies and procedures
  • instructional technology
  • evidence-based research and best practices in educational interventions

Skills in:

  • crisis management, handling emergencies and de-escalation techniques
  • effective problem solving, decision making, and judgment
    leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills

Ability to:
communicate well both orally and in writing

  • plan, organize and coordinate the activities of an educational program
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the stakeholders
  • work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • lead and supervise staff and students
  • remain flexible and develop alternative strategies to achieve established goals
  • manage and prioritize complex issues
  • apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model
  • evaluate the instructional process

ABOUT SHOLUND:
Sholund School for Girls is located in Annandale, MN and is the educational facility on the grounds of Village Ranch, Inc. Residential facility. This educational program serves girls in grades 7-12. Sholund provides a flexible and safe environment in which students can experience educational success. Enrollment is made up of students primarily living in the Village Ranch residence.

ABOUT WINGS:
Wings Alternative Program in Litchfield, MN is located within the WINGS Adolescent Recovery Services residential treatment facility. The educational program serves male and female adolescents ages 14 years and older. MAWSECO staff members provide educational services to students while they are residing at WINGS Adolescent Recovery facility.

ABOUT MAWSECO:
MAWSECO is an agency of seven-member school districts (Annandale, Dassel-Cokato, Delano, Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted, Litchfield, Maple Lake and Rockford) that have joined together to provide services in the area of special education. The mission of the Cooperative is to provide quality special education leadership, services, and support to its seven-member school districts’ staff, students and families as well as other agencies/districts that purchase its services. The MAWSECO central office is located in Howard Lake, MN which is west of the metro and south of St. Cloud.

HOW TO APPLY:
Meeker and Wright Special Ed Coop #938 utilizes an online application system. Please visit the site to apply:  https://www.applitrack.com/mawseco/OnlineApp/

If you have questions or concerns regarding the application process, please contact Elizabeth Sullivan (612) 417-6491 or email at: [email protected]

POSITION QUESTIONS:
Contact Caren Heltne, Assistant Director of Care and Treatment Programs at: (612) 441-0651 or email [email protected] or Melissa Hanson, Executive Director, at (320) 543-1122 or email at: [email protected].

MAWSECO is an equal opportunity employer

Elementary Physical Education Teacher (K-5)

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Elementary Physical Education Teacher – K-5
Site To Be Determined

A full-time (1.00 FTEs) position as a K-5 Elementary Physical Education Teacher is available beginning August 2025 for the 2025-26 school year.

Qualifications Required:
MN licensure in Physical Education is required.

Salary Range:
$49,591 – $88,577 (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)
  • And Much More

Application Deadline:  
May 3, 2025, or until filled.

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

These positions 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 more information, contact Scot Johnson, Principal at 507-345-4287.

Elementary Art Teacher – K-5

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Elementary Art Teacher (K-5) – Full-time

Elementary School Site to be Determined

A position is available for a full-time (1.00 FTEs) K-5 Elementary Art Teacher at Mankato Area Public Schools beginning August 11, 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.

Summary of Duties:
Mankato Area Public Schools seeks an inspiring elementary art teacher who is responsible for teaching art to students in grades K-5 and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of art instruction. Candidates should help students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and creativity throughout art education. This position does require travel between Mankato area elementary school locations to provide general art instruction.

Qualifications Required:
MN licensure in Visual Arts is required.

Salary Range:
$49,591 – $88,577 (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)
  • And Much More

Application Deadline:
May 3, 2025, or until filled.

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

For more information, contact Scot Johnson, Principal at 507-345-4287.