Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Mandarin Chinese. (“Superior” rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guildelines).
2. Demonstrate English Language proficiency to allow communication with parents.
3. Demonstrate successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methdology for teaching in an immersion program.
4. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
5. Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
6. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
7. Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion prepare progress reports.
8. Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
9. Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
10. Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
11. Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, PLC’s, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
12. Integration of technology into instruction.
13. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
2022-23 Chinese Immersion Elementary Teachers K-5
2022-23 Spanish Immersion Elementary Teachers K-5
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Spanish. (we require an “Advanced” rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines).
2. Demonstrate English Language proficiency to allow communication with parents.
3. Demonstrate successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methodology for teaching in an immersion program.
4. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
5. Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
6. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
7. Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion prepare progress reports.
8. Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
9. Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
10. Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
11. Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, PLC’s, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
12. Integration of technology into instruction.
13. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
Superintendent
NOTE: This is a part-time superintendent position (.6 FTE)
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley Schools’ main office is in Clinton, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 339 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: http://www.graceville.k12.mn.us/
City Websites: https://clintonmn.org/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley Schools School Board seeks a superintendent who:
- Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
- Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
- Delegates authority while maintaining accountability
- Has knowledge of and experience with negotiations and the collective bargaining process
- Holds experience in school district management practices
- Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
Previous superintendent experience preferred but not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: The previous superintendent’s base salary for a part-time position was $72,000 plus benefits. The final salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 12, 2022
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 12, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley 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: Terry Quist, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected], or 320-815-8254 (cell).
The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.
Superintendent
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Waconia Public Schools’ main office is located in Waconia, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 4,050 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: https://isd110.org/
City Website: https://www.waconia.org/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Waconia School Board seeks a superintendent who:
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
- Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
- Develops and directs an effective leadership team
- Has experience in school finance and in implementing educational priorities
- Delegates authority while maintaining accountability
- Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
- Possesses a strong academic background with experience in curriculum
Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2021-2022 school year is $178,500. The final salary and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 17, 2022
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 17, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Waconia 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 Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search, [email protected] or 507-508-5501.
The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.
1.0 FTE English Language Arts Teacher – High School
JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a licensed teaching position that works directly with students. This teacher is responsible for all planning, assessment and instruction, and differentiation of the curriculum as needed while providing positive and consistent curriculum classroom management and behavioral intervention and support. Ability to work in a team oriented environment is a must, as is the ability to be flexible while maintaining priorities. Additional collaborative work may regularly take place with parents, coworkers and administrators to ensure the high academic performance and achievement of these students. This position will commence with the 2022-2023 school year on August 22, 2022.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Collaborate with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity
• Maintain classroom management and consistently implement the program’s level system.
• Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement
• Plan and deliver effective instruction according to MN state standards.
• Address the human growth and development, physical, emotional/mental, social, intellectual, and moral issues
• Develop creative weekly lesson plans that meet needs of student learners.
• Deliver instruction utilizing appropriate resources, equipment, materials, technology and instructional strategies.
• Provide differentiated instruction based on the student’s individual level of functioning and / or modalities.
• Provide a positive role model of appropriate and respectful interactions with students and staff.
• Develop, teach, and review clear and concise classroom rules, routines, procedures, and expectations.
• Maintain constant and ongoing communication regarding students and all facets of the program.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork within the designated timelines.
• Create and support implementation of behavior improvement plans
• Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Director
1.0 FTE Secondary Business Teacher – Faribault High School
Full-time (1.0 FTE) Secondary Business Teacher at Faribault High School for 2022-2023 school year.