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School Readiness Preschool Teacher

School Readiness Preschool Teacher

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School Readiness Preschool Teacher

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

School Readiness Preschool Teacher-  8:15 am – 4:15 pm (site to be determined)

1.0 FTE- Starting August 2022

 

Provide high-quality early childhood education to children ages 4 and 5 in our full-day Centennial Preschool program. Applicants should demonstrate a love for teaching, passion for serving early childhood students and families, and ability to successfully communicate with parents and fellow staff members.

Reports To: School Readiness Preschool Coordinator

 

Job Description and Performance Responsibilities

Using district and program instructional procedures, provide preschool education to children in the assigned classroom. This includes implementation of social-emotional strategies and supports, assessment, curriculum, and instruction.
Attend professional development provided by the district and program, including workshops, presentations, coaching sessions, staff meetings, and Professional Learning Communities; implement the learning in instructional practice.
Develop strong relationships with children to promote learning and partnerships with parents/caregivers to promote family engagement; conduct parent-teacher conferences and on-going communication with families
Collaborate with colleagues in a variety of ways, including planning instruction and collaborative teaching in an inclusive setting.
Direct and delegate paraprofessionals in supporting the classroom.
Complete and submit all required program records, assessments, and data according to timelines; record children’s skills in areas of language, physical, social, and emotional development.
Promote a positive image of Centennial Schools and the Centennial Preschool program and contribute to a positive, respectful, professional working environment.
Demonstrate regular attendance, arrive on time, and follow assigned work schedule correctly.
Provide a safe, nurturing educational environment for children, including those with special needs.
Collaborate with parent educators who plan and implement parent education opportunities for families.
Plan field trips and on-site activities throughout the year.
Collaborate with district lead and kindergarten teachers to ensure pre-K and K alignment.
Meet with the supervisor on a regular basis/as needed to discuss curriculum plans, classroom needs, etc.
Participate in staff meetings.
Assists in other capacities as determined by the supervisor and/or director.

 

Required Qualifications

Holds current, valid Minnesota Teaching License in early childhood, pre-kindergarten, or preschool
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Child and Family Studies, or other programs of similar focus and content
Holds a current certification in First Aid and Child CPR, or is willing to obtain before they start the position
Has knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood care
Demonstrates successful skills in organization, verbal and written communication, and working with children and families of diverse backgrounds
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations
Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of one year experience in an preschool/early childhood classroom
Experience working in inclusive settings
Training and experience in early childhood evidence-based practices.
Knowledge of the school district
Knowledge of Google Drive
Knowledge of Creative Curriculum for Preschool, the DRDP assessment tool, IGDIs assessment tool, and/or Pyramid Model framework
Salary and Benefits: Salary according to the Centennial teacher contract. Prorated benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Internal and External Applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications process.  Applications received until filled.  Position is open until filled.

 

Lesa Genovese

HR Specialist

Centennial School District #12

4707 North Road

Circle Pines, MN 55014

Executive Director

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Reports to: CRSS Board of Directors

Supervises: All professional, paraprofessional, administrative, and support personnel attached to Cannon River Stem School.

Evaluation: The Director’s Performance Evaluation system is based the Director’s Job Description and a mutually agreed upon set of Performance Goals, that identifies indicators, markers, results, findings, outcomes, improvements, or other metrics that indicate the Director’s degree of success in meeting his/her Professional Performance Goals. The indicators will be identified at the same time the Professional Performance Goals are adopted and they will be used in both a mid-year formative Professional Performance evaluation and for an end of year summative Professional Performance evaluation.

Purpose: Cannon River STEM School’s vision is to become an innovative leader in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) in Minnesota while creating a community of students who love to learn. The Executive Director believes in and guides the implementation of this vision.

Goals and Objectives:

  • Provide leadership for the school’s shared vision and values.
  • Provide leadership for the school’s short- and long-term planning, including strategic planning.
  • Implement school policy and provide necessary planning for enrollment, development, and outreach to support the school’s financial health.
  • Oversee quality and continuous improvement of the School’s curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
  • Act as the school’s spokesperson with internal and external communities.
  • Forge and sustain relationships with the school’s external partners, including neighboring schools, donors, and local community organizations; understand their needs; and communicate them to the school staff and the Board of Directors.
  • Serve as the parent contact for school-wide matters or concerns.
  • Manage successful parent and community relationships.
  • Resolve conflicts with parents and support organizational learning to prevent similar conflicts in the future.
  • Effectively manage professional development of teachers, paraprofessional, and administrative and operational staff.
  • Effectively identify and manage all legal and compliance issues.
  • Provide timely reporting to the Board of Directors on whole-school initiatives and issues.
  • Participate actively in and support the finance committee.
  • Develop, manage and oversee the school’s budget and manage all school finances.
  • Attend all Board-related meetings, functions, and events.
  • Understand the community in which Cannon River STEM School operates.
  • Ensure that Cannon River STEM School meets or exceeds state and authorizer educational standards.
  • Maintain ongoing continuing education requirements for appropriate licensure.
  • Oversee and Manage all personnel and human resources activities of the school.
  • Draft and provide all necessary reports and other information to the School’s Authorizer.
  • Be familiar with the requirements of Minnesota Statutes Section 124E and assist the Board in maintaining full compliance with the Statutes at all times.
  • Be familiar with the contract between the School and it’s Authorizer and assist the Board in being in full compliance with the contract at all times.
  • Carry out Executive Director Duties, as assigned.

Elementary Special Education Teacher – EBD Preferred

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We currently have a special education position working with students in PreK-6th grade to begin the 2022-2023 school year. Contact Elementary School Principal Alicia Nelson at 320-358-1362 or [email protected] with questions. This position is open until filled and applications will be processed as they are received.

Duties and Responsibilities:
● Create a program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for
students with unique needs or identified disabilities, such that the students benefit from
the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible.
● Write IEP’s and Due Process Reports in accordance with MDE regulations.
● Provide instruction to assigned students implementing IEP’s (Individual Educational
Plans), and prepare academic materials for students following approved curriculum.
● Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
● Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.
● Identify the needs of assigned students with disabilities through formal and informal
assessments.
● Communicate with students, parents and staff on a regular basis on student progress.
● Attend department, school, and parent meetings.
● Provide social skills, emotional, and behavioral instruction, along with behavioral
modification strategies.
● Assess students’ skills and determine their educational needs.
● Adapt general lessons to meet students’ needs.
● Plan activities that are specific to each student’s abilities.
● Teach and monitor goals with students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one.
● Discuss students’ progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators.
● Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities.
● Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and from school to life outside
of school.
● Other job related duties as assigned.

PRINCIPAL – MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Position Title: Chisago Lakes Middle School Principal, Chisago Lakes Schools

 

Full-time position beginning approximately August 1st, 2022

 

Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 26th @ 5:00 p.m.

 

We are seeking a dynamic leader who will strive to maximize the potential of each student and staff member as well as build exceptional relationships with all stakeholders. Our next Middle School Principal will help further our Mission: “Learning for All” by implementing our Vision: “Engage. Educate. Empower.”

 

The Chisago Lakes School District is located just 35 minutes from downtown St. Paul near the beautiful St. Croix River Valley.  We proudly serve 3300 students from the cities of Lindstrom, Chisago City, Center City, Shafer and Taylors Falls.

 

The Chisago Lakes Middle School is home to 775 learners in Grades 6-8 as well as 95 staff members.

 

Points of Pride about our Middle School:

We have a qualified, committed, passionate staff who love students of this age and put a lot of pride into their work!
Small community “feel”; student-centered approach
Collaborative process in place to support staff in supporting students
Peer coaching and mentoring programs in place
6th Grade Environmental Learning trip with much community support
High 5 Character Pillars
Outdoor Classroom space
Applicants must hold or be able to procure a valid Minnesota teaching license and K-12 Principal/Administrative license by July 1st, 2022.

 

We will conduct two rounds of interviews for the position.  Candidates chosen for an interview should be prepared to invest time after 2:00 p.m. on May 1st and May 2nd.

 

 

Teacher- English/Reading Interventionist

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JOB FUNCTION:
To help students master subject matter and skills in a learning environment which allows for the intellectual, physical, emotional, cultural, social and ethical growth of children in a changing world.

REPORTS TO:
Building principal or person designated by the district administrator.

SUPERVISES:
Students, student teachers or others as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The classroom teacher shall:
1. Make provisions in the classroom utilizing the philosophy that all children can learn as per mission statement.
2. Teach curriculum as per scope and sequence and/or department curriculum.
3. Modify curriculum as appropriate and as needed in the curriculum review cycle.
4. Provide an appropriate opportunity for students to master the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards.
5. Provide in a timely fashion the necessary documentation for completing the materials adoption process when appropriate.
6. Develop, implement and evaluate personal and professional instructional goals with the assistance of the building principal as part of ongoing staff development.
7. Identify and provide a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
8. Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence of preparation per building procedures.
9. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, consistent with the district’s philosophy, and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students.
10. Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s educational philosophy and instructional goals and objectives.
11. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
12. Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
13. Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and related procedures.
14. Maintain order in the classroom in a consistently fair and just manner.
15. Employ a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media and assessment tools.
16. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide timely feedback to students, and provide progress reports as required.
17. Assess student progress towards mastery of the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards as appropriate.
18. Identify any learning and behavioral difficulties of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists and the Individual Education Team meeting.
19. Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
20. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, Board policy and administrative regulation.
21. Assist the administration in implementing Board policies and rules.
22. Encourage parent/guardian involvement by taking an active role and being available to students and parents/guardians for education-related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
23. Maintain effective lines of communication among staff, parents/guardians and supervisors to assist in the education of each child.
24. Serve as a role model by demonstrating a positive attitude, appropriate dress, timeliness, proper preparation and strong work habits.
25. Be responsible for students in his/her charge and for any and all students of the school during the school day and during school functions.
26. Work cooperatively with all staff, promote interdisciplinary collaboration and be supportive of other building/district programs.
27. Take responsibility for staying professionally current.
28. Attend all building faculty, department and Individual Education Plan (IEP) staffings and meetings as required or upon request.
29. Assume all other responsibilities and perform all other duties as assigned by the building principal or person designated by the district administrator.

Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) Teacher

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Worthington Public Schools (ISD518) is seeking to hire a full time Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) Teacher for the 2022- 2023 school year. In this role, the teacher will provide special education instruction for students that includes development of physical fitness, motor fitness, fundamental motor skills and patterns, individual and group games and sports.  The teacher will participate in and conduct portions of the evaluations and observations to determine special education eligibility of students placed in the program and conduct periodic assessments to determine educational progress of the students.  The teacher will assist in developing Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives and participates in IEP meetings for students in the program. Candidates with DAPE licensure will be given preference, but those with a physical education (PE) licensure will be considered as well.

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.