Parent Educator

The Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our Brooklyn Center Community Schools team as a Parent Educator. We are seeking a Parent Educator to provide support to parents, guardians, and families

BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We stand front and center

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

Job summary:
Provides support and instruction to parents, guardians, and families with children birth-5 years through home visits and the Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) setting.  Creates learning opportunities that are culturally responsive to strengthen families and support healthy growth and development.  Plans and facilitates classes on child development and parenting with a balance of education and support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

· Ensures parenting education is accommodating and suitable to ALL families and aligns with the Brooklyn Center Community School District mission, vision, and values.

· Build rapport and relationships with parents/families.

· Lead and facilitate parenting education groups/activities.

· Plan and implement family-focused integrated curriculum using the Parent Education Frameworks Early Childhood Indicators of Progress.

· Provides/offers support, strategies, and resources to promote the development and strengthening of parenting attitudes, knowledge, and skills.

· Model and teach parents/families effective strategies in relating to, and teaching, their children.

· Cooperatively team with the early learning program staff to provide family education.

· Provide instructional leadership to other support staff and classroom volunteers within the classroom.

· Coordinate and host home visits and or community-setting visits.

· Provide outreach and promote ECFE programs to underrepresented families.

· Perform a variety of marketing and outreach tasks, such as making connections and building relationships with programs/services and other professionals who work with families, promoting parenting and family engagement throughout the program/district/community.

· Attends meetings and training sessions as required.

· Other duties as assigned.

Position Details: .5 FTE Parent Educator, 4 hours a day / 193 workdays
Pay: Competitive Pay and Benefits

Qualifications and Requirements:

· Must hold a valid Minnesota Parent Educator license.

· Previous experience working with diverse populations and urban school settings is preferred.

Essential Knowledge and Specialized Subject Knowledge Required to Perform the Essential Functions of the Job:

· Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of learning styles and abilities;

· Strong interpersonal skills to include the ability to work effectively with parents, children, district staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds;

· Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment;

· Knowledge of child development theories and developmental states and needs;

· Knowledge of current trends, theories, and technologies pertaining to learning and instruction

Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work: Ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents; Ability to relate and communicate effectively with people of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic background; Demonstrated success working effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environment, with skills in promoting cultural inclusiveness.

We’re not a community on the fringe, we’re a community moving toward a center. Moving in unison with a shift in cultural expectations.  Our voice and achievement will not be disqualified, we’re moving toward a change in history and hearts.

Standing FRONT AND CENTER so we are seen and heard.

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools: https://www.bccs286.org/

Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  
Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.

The Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our Brooklyn Center Community Schools team as a Preschool Teacher through the end of this school year. We are seeking a Preschool Teacher to create and deliver rigorous and engaging learning opportunities for our students and provide inquiry-based and project-based instruction in literacy, and mathematics.  Additionally, we seek a teacher with the expertise and commitment to educate students with exceptional needs as well as English Language Learners. This position reports to the Director of Early Learning.

BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We stand front and center

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

Job Summary: Performs difficult professional work planning and implementing a program to teach young children, motivating students to achieve maximum potential and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Early Learning. Continuous supervision is exercised over Educational Assistant.

Start Date: Temporary Assignment; April 4th, 2022- June 8, 2022
Salary: Based on Salary Schedule

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Support District Strategic Plan and District Early Learning Program Philosophy

· Create and maintain a developmentally appropriate, center-based classroom environment for PreK students

· Create an emotionally responsive, caring, positive and accepting environment supportive of the individual development of each child and family

· Develop and implement rigorous, integrated, developmentally appropriate and comprehensive curriculum plans that promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of preschool children

· Supervises students to ensure a safe, supportive, culturally responsive, equitable, and welcoming learning environment

· Monitors, advises, coaches, and supports student behavior management to ensure a safe, supportive, welcoming learning environment

· Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students

· Integrate MN Early Learning Standards (ECIPs) into instructional plans

· Work with ECSE staff to coordinate implementation of individual programs for students with special needs

· Implement established PreK classroom behavior guidelines

· Assess and monitor children’s progress, maintain appropriate records; prepare progress reports

· Communicate with parents regarding children’s development

· Plan and implement parent engagement opportunities

· Maintain professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials

· Attend meetings, workshops, in-services, special events and training as required

· Participate in curriculum development programs and faculty committees as required

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

· MN Teaching Licensure Early Childhood or Pre-Primary

· Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field.

· Knowledge of effective PreK literacy teaching strategies

· Demonstrated ability to engage families as collaborators in the academic and social development of students, and cultural competence in drawing upon the assets of children and families to shape curriculum and instruction

· Demonstrated effective, proactive, and student-centered classroom management strategies.

· Ability to increase capacity to educate children through professional development and collaboration with colleagues

· Previous experience working with diverse populations and urban school settings preferred

· Experience working in an urban setting

· Experience in evidence based decision making

Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work: Ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to articulately deliver information both orally and in written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents; Ability to relate and communicate effectively with people of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic background; Demonstrated success working effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environment, with skills in promoting cultural inclusiveness.

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools: https://www.bccs286.org/
Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  
Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives and regulations of Federal, State and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.

 

Special Education Educational Assistant – Summer Program and Extended School Year

 

Description:
The Brooklyn Center Community Schools (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our Special Education Assistant team this summer! We are developing an inclusive ESY program that ensures students with disabilities have additional access to general education summer programs and a well-rounded summer experience!

With the supervision of licensed staff, The Special Education EA will assist with the implementation of a comprehensive educational program for students in an inclusionary setting, instructing or delivering services to students, assisting classroom teachers by working with individual students or small groups with related work as apparent or assigned, and encouraging engagement and participation during ESY and summer program activities. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal.

BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels each student’s unique genius.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of students’ voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We stand front and center

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

· Assists and supervises students with instructional and non-instructional activities, classroom assignments, toileting, feeding, dressing, mobility, etc.

· Support students on the bus as needed

· Establishes positive relationships with students and acts as a role model for appropriate social skills and behaviors in all situations.

· Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher to support and reinforce classroom objectives.

· Helps teacher(s) reinforce positive student behavior by applying proactive strategies.

· Assumes safety responsibilities for students in all environments.

· Reviews student Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).

· Collects data in accordance with the student’s IEP goals and objectives as directed by licensed staff.

· Reinforces instruction through individual or small group activities; keeps students focused on tasks assigned by teacher(s).

· Oversees and supervises students throughout the day, including field trips, program events, boarding, riding on, and unboarding buses, during meals, recess, and other settings where teacher(s) may not be present; helps students transition to and from class.

· Assists students with learning organizational and computer literacy skills.

· Maintains service logs and records on students.

· Assists with preparing lesson materials and with classroom preparation

· Distributes teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students; distributes and collects tests and homework assignments.

· Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials in order to prevent injuries and damage.

· Observes students’ performance and records relevant data to assess progress.

· Provides disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities.

· Organizes and supervises games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.

· Other duties as assigned.

Pay and Benefits: Pay and Benefits based on the contract
Duty Days: Monday-Thursday June 20 – July 28. No school July 4th.

Program Hours for students (see below for SEA hours):
ECSE: 8:30-10:30
Elementary: 8:00-2:00
Secondary: 9:00-1:30

*Total SEA staff paid hours are variable! Total SEA work hours include student contact time listed above, in addition to before and after program time supporting breakfast and bussing and teacher collaboration. This additional time will add up to approximately 1-2 hours each day depending on the program and students. Labor requirements with earned breaks (paid and unpaid) will be scheduled in as well.

Qualifications:

· Experience working as an educational or teacher’s assistant, paraprofessional, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Minnesota Paraprofessional Certification or Minnesota Educational Assistant Certificate.

Knowledge, Skills and, Abilities Preferred: 

· Thorough knowledge of the English language structure and content, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

· General knowledge of curriculum and training design principles and methods.

· General knowledge of teaching and instructing individuals and groups.

· Experience in the use of computers and other technology equipment.

· Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively, both orally and in written form.

· Ability to understand and follow instructions precisely.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, officials, associates, parents, and the general public.

 

Physical Requirements: Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; may be required to wear a mask and other personal protective equipment in a pandemic outbreak; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools:  https://www.brooklyncenterschools.org/.

Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/.

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  
Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.

 

 

The Brooklyn Center Community School (BCCS) District is seeking applicants to join our Childcare team as a Float Childcare Assistant. The  Childcare Assistant is responsible for assisting in the daily care and instruction of students ages 6 weeks – 4 years old or our elementary school-aged students. Work is performed under the direction of the Lead Teacher and Program Site Lead. Work is performed under the direction of the Childcare Programs Supervisor. BCCS is looking for positive, energetic applicants with a deep belief that every student can learn, and having the commitment and passion to provide these learning opportunities.  As a “Float”, you will move between classrooms and programs depending on the need.

BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

· We stand front and center

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

· Delivers age-appropriate curriculum in a developmentally and academically appropriate program that meets the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of the students.

· Provide supervision to students at all times; serving as a positive role model. Assist children with meals and feeding.

· Provide diaper changes and assist children with potty training. Keep daily records and logs of student activities.

· Follow daily schedules including napping and sleep schedules. Observes, evaluates, and report the children’s developmental progress, health, and well-being:  assures the classrooms promote learning in a safe environment for the children.

· Delivers classroom and recreational services: assists with attendance, work assignments, clerical duties, behavior management, and classroom preparation and set up.

· Assists in creating a nurturing, educational and recreational experience where children are encouraged to develop social skills, independence, and confidence.

· Maintain a positive atmosphere of caring for all staff and children, provide constant supervision and monitor the safety of children.

· Participate in play and curriculum activities with children.

· Attend meetings and training sessions as required

· Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred:

· Knowledge of student learning styles and motivating children to engage in learning.

· Knowledge of school and district rules, regulations, and procedures

· Strong communication and listening skills

· Good judgment and decision making

· Ability to relate to, establish and maintain effective working relationships with people (staff, students, parents, and the general community) of different cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

· Ability to multitask, manage deadlines, set priorities, and work independently.

· Strong analytical and technical skills required to support decision-making.

· Skilled in the supervision of students, strong communication skills, and strong technology skills.

Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous experience working in a licensed child care facility with diverse populations and urban/ suburban school settings preferred. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Assistant Teacher qualified under DHS Rule 3.

Pay:  Competitive Pay

Why Choose BCCS?

· Full-service community school

· Vital Worklife: Supportive counseling and coaching

· Staff Wellness Opportunities: Annual benefits fair, wellness challenges and campaigns, free yoga and personal trainer sessions

· NeoPath Health Clinic: Free, onsite medical care to help you improve your overall health and wellness.  The clinic offers all of the primary care services you would expect from a family physician/general practitioner.

We’re not a community on the fringe, we’re a community moving toward a center. Moving in unison with a shift in cultural expectations.  Our voice and achievement will not be disqualified, we’re moving toward a change in history and hearts.

Standing FRONT AND CENTER so we are seen and heard.
 
Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools: https://www.bccs286.org/
Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.

 

 

The Brooklyn Center Community School (BCCS) District is seeking a Community Engagement- Clerical professional to join our Team!  The Community Engagement- Clerical position is responsible for performing intermediate administrative work providing support to the Community Engagement department in such areas as community education, youth programs, and community engagement. Performs skilled administrative support work preparing and maintaining registration platforms, attendance records and files, preparing reports and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Community Engagement Director

BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.

BCCS Core Values – Written on a foundation of student voice, our district core values communicate the culture and character of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.

· We stand front and center

· We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance

· We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems

· Our diversity fuels learning

· We fiercely lead in justice-centered educated

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list is representative of but is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Provides clerical support for the community engagement department.

· Collects and manages district out-of-school time and summer program registrations, data entry and manages information in student information systems.

· Communicates with parents to gather additional information and maintains student contact information.

· Monitors and tracks student program attendance and student membership hours.

· Assists in auditing/reconciling the out-of-school time databases, including targeted services and 21st Century.

· Collects student data as necessary for reports and compliance purposes.

· Processes, prints and distributes various program rosters, reports and lists.

· Manages program supplies, inventory and equipment.

· Responds to the needs of families and students in person and over the phone.

· Assists in planning and coordinating district community engagement events.

· Maintains program schedules and completes facilities requests.

· Creates announcements, letters, memos, reports, bulletins, requisitions, student files, etc.

· In collaboration with the Director, maintains and updates community partner’s directory.

· Communicates Community Education/Community Schools’ philosophy and programs to all stakeholders.

· Assist in the district enrollment process during peak periods.

· Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

· HS Diploma or GED

· Moderate experience working in a school district or administrative office

· General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment

· General knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic

· General knowledge of school system routine, banking procedures, and financial record keeping

· General knowledge of basic first aid practices

Pay and Benefits: Competitive Pay and Benefits based on the Support Professionals Contract
Duty Days: 12 month, Full-time

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE WORK:
Ability to relate and communicate effectively with people of different cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds; Demonstrated success working effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environment, with skills in promoting cultural inclusiveness; Ability to develop and follow detailed work procedures; ability to organize and perform work independently; ability to type accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed; meet the public effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Why Choose BCCS?

· Health Insurance with the option of Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA/VEBA)

· Dental Insurance

· Group Life and AD&D Insurance

· Supplemental Life and Dependent Life Insurance

· Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

· Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

· Full-service community school

· Vital Worklife: Supportive counseling and coaching

· Staff Wellness Opportunities: Annual benefits fair, wellness challenges and campaigns, free yoga and personal trainer sessions

· NeoPath Health Clinic: Free, onsite medical care to help you improve your overall health and wellness.  The clinic offers all of the primary care services you would expect from a family physician/general practitioner.

We’re not a community on the fringe, we’re a community moving toward a center. Moving in unison with a shift in cultural expectations.  Our voice and achievement will not be disqualified, we’re moving toward a change in history and hearts.

Standing FRONT AND CENTER so we are seen and heard.

Application Process:
Please select this link to learn more about Brooklyn Center Community Schools: https://www.bccs286.org/

Please select this link to apply online:   https://www.applitrack.com/brooklyncenterschools/onlineapp/

BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  
Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status.