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Elementary Principal (K-5)

Elementary Principal (K-5)

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ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL (K-5)
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, Centennial students score significantly higher than the state averages in reading and math.

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.

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.

DESCRIPTION: Elementary Principal – Centennial Elementary – Grades K- 5 – 223 days/year. Position to start July 1, 2022.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experienced as a successful educational leader.  Currently licensed or able to obtain a Minnesota administrative license for school principal.

Centennial Principals:
➢ Demonstrate leadership skills. Centennial principals are the instructional leaders in their buildings. They take responsibility both in the successes and the failures of their schools. A strong leader puts others’ needs ahead of their own and develops strategies for school performance improvement.
➢ Strive for continuous improvement of instruction. Centennial principals provide clear vision for implementation of instruction. They support and retain teachers who continually enhance their pedagogical skills through reflection and professional growth plans. They ensure that teachers are provided clear, ongoing evaluations reviewing strengths and weaknesses based on multiple sources of data consistent with student achievement. They encourage, embrace, and assist innovation in teaching practices. Centennial principals know, understand, and apply a four-domain approach (planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction and professional responsibility- Charlotte Danielson Framework for Teaching) in a fair, reliable and consistent manner.
➢ Use a data-driven focus on student achievement. Centennial principals ensure that clear and measurable goals are established to improve overall student achievement. They
direct and support analysis, interpretation, and regular use of data to monitor progress toward school goals. Practices and interventions are in place to help all students meet individual achievement and growth.
➢ Create a positive school climate. Centennial principals are recognized as the school leader who continually improves his or her professional practice. They build trust and respect in every member of the school community creating a welcoming, positive, solution-oriented, ‘no-blame,’ and professional climate. The environment created by the principal is also safe and orderly.
➢ Cultivate cooperation and collaboration. Centennial principals ensure that teachers have formal roles in the decision-making process. They provide teachers the opportunity to: discuss school goals, design strategies to achieve goals, participate in Professional Learning Communities and provide professional development aligned to the school’s shared mission. Centennial principals are accessible to staff, students, and parents. They reflect on their own practice and actively seek feedback on their work.
➢ Member of District Administrative Leadership Team. Centennial principals will work in a collegial manner with other district administrators, including principals, directors, supervisors, Superintendent, and other administrators in the district. Centennial Principals will be part of the Executive Cabinet Team and will meet regularly to collaborate and work closely with district administration in matters impacting the district as a whole; participates in district wide decision making, committees and meetings to provide input, analysis, recommendation and assist in the implementation of district wide initiatives concerning staff development, curriculum, and programs.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: As per the principal’s master agreement.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applicants must apply on our website at www.isd12.org. Go to the ‘Employment’ tab to begin application process. Apply no later than March 17, 2022.

Dan Melde
Director of Human Resources
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

Assistant Football Coach

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ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH

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:
Assistant Football Coach (Level TBD) –Beginning August 15, 2022

QUALIFICATIONS:
Based on experience, this coach will either coach 9th or 10th grade team
Start and end times based on practice and game schedule.
Total number of days dependent upon advancing in sections/state.

This position is responsible for assisting the head varsity football coach at Centennial High School. The assistant helps with conducting practices and instructs student athletes in the sport of football including strategies and techniques, all while making their education a top priority. Area of focus is lower-level football.

1. Assist in the coordination and supervision of 9th or 10th grade football team (as assigned)
2. Assists the head coach with instruction of the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of football.
3. Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the head coach.
5. Ensure that all athletic activities conform to MSHSL guidelines.
6. Communicate effectively with all members of the program.
8. Support the value of an education.
9. Support the philosophy and vision of Centennial High School athletics.
10. Requires some travel within the metro.
Such alternatives to the above as the Activities Director may find appropriate and acceptable.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
External applicants must apply on our web site at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the
upper right of the page to begin the application process. Applications must be received by
Friday March 11, 2022 or until filled.

Elementary Lead Principal

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The Elementary Principal leads the delivery of educational programs, operations, personnel, and financial resources within the building to ensure that District policies are followed, District and state standards are achieved, and that the educational needs of all students are met.

Job Summary:

  • Fosters high student achievement and provides learning experiences which help all students meet or exceed the Minnesota standards.
  • Develops a safe and welcoming learning environment where all individuals are respected.
  • Collaborates with building and District personnel to implement curriculum and instructional programs that support learning opportunities for all students.
  • Coordinates the involvement of various building stakeholders–staff, parents/guardians, students–in the development and implementation of policies that enhance opportunities for students.
  • Conducts classroom observations and evaluates the effectiveness of staff.
  • Develops building processes and procedures dealing with student learning and behavior.
  • Develops and administers the approved building budget and staffing.
  • Makes decisions relating to human resources within the building, including but not limited to hiring, discipline, training and development, performance appraisal, and related activities.
  • Is an integral member of the District leadership team, serving on building, district, and community committees.
  • Develops and directs the preparation of building emergency procedures and responses with District personnel.
  • Supports the maintenance and improvement of the school plant, facilities, and equipment.
  • Monitors the completion of reports, records, and communications required by the District and State.
  • Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.

School Social Worker

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School Social Worker

Position Purpose:
The School Social Worker position brings unique knowledge and skills to the school system and the student services team. School Social Workers are trained mental health professionals who can assist with mental health concerns, behavioral concerns, positive behavioral support, academic, and classroom support, consultation with teachers, parents, and administrators as well as provide individual and group counseling/therapy.  School social workers are instrumental in furthering the mission of the schools, which is to provide a setting for teaching, learning, and for the attainment of competence and confidence. School social workers are hired by school districts to enhance the district’s ability to meet its academic mission, especially where home, school, and community collaboration is the key to achieving student success.

Position Location: Currently, we have one school social worker position open for the 2022-23 school year serving Pine City Elementary School.

Essential Duties:

  • MTSS Implementation
    • Promote and assist in effective and efficient school-wide implementation of an MTSS framework for both academics and social emotional learning, in partnership with building administrators and teams
    • Collaborate with the county, school district, and education district to implement a screening process to promote early intervention with students at-risk for mental health problems
    • Participate in the Student Assistance Team (SAT), Problem Solving Team (PST), Student Support Team (SST) and/or other data team meetings within the building(s) of assignment
    • Collect information to identify and analyze problems and develop, implement, and evaluate intervention plans
    • Provide consultation to parents and/or teachers regarding social emotional learning and/or academic difficulties, utilizing the SCRED 5-step problem-solving model: Problem Identification, Problem Analysis, Plan Development, Plan Implementation, and Plan Evaluation
    • Assist in conducting needs assessments to support various resource allocation and/or programming decisions
  • Social Emotional Learning Assessment and Services
    • Complete screenings to assist students, families and school staff in determining appropriate social emotional and/or mental health supports, both internally and through outside agencies
    • Support families in arranging for services from an outside agency and gather relevant school information to assist in evaluating the effects of treatment as requested
    • Provide direct Social Emotional Learning (SEL) services to individuals, small groups, classrooms, or school-wide, as requested
    • Provide direct counseling services to individuals or groups, as requested
    • Assist in the design and delivery of Extended School Year services for students on IEPs who have mental health needs
    • Provide SEL-related education and consultative services to school staff and families
    • Complete function-based behavior assessments (FBAs), when deemed appropriate by the Problem Solving Team or Student Support Team
    • Assist in the development of Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), in collaboration with staff to write Behavior Support Plans, and track BSPs data with integrity checks
    • Gather and organize data to assist teams in making manifestation determination, when needed
    • Plan and implement professional learning opportunities regarding SEL at SCRED and building(s)/district of assignment as requested
  • Crisis Response Services
    • Facilitate crisis response procedures and participate in the school’s crisis team at the discretion of the building principal
    • Provide consultation in crisis prevention and response
    • Complete student risk assessments when necessary
    • Assist in completing student threat assessment activities when necessary
    • Provide an immediate response to students, families, and school staff in crisis situations and determine when a referral to an outside agency is needed
  • School Engagement
    • Assess students’ levels of engagement/withdrawal by monitoring risk factors such as attendance, tardiness, behavioral referrals, poor academic performance, and in-school or out-of-school suspensions
    • Respond on a regular basis to students’ educational needs according to their type and level of risk for disengagement from school
    • Provide regular feedback to students and families about their overall progress in school and in relation to specific risk factors
  • Other Duties as Assigned
    • Perform other duties as assigned

Elementary Special Education Teacher – Learning Center

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Position Information:

1.0 FTE (4 Full-Time Positions)

Location:

Sibley Elementary School
Lakeview Elementary School
Hawthorne Elementary School

Position Summary:

Develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the academic, functional, and behavioral needs of students with ASD, SLD, OHD, EBD in an elementary school learning center setting and within the general education setting; evaluates and assesses student academic, functional and behavioral progress; functions as IEP manager to assigned students; directs the work of paraprofessionals, collaborates with other service providers and educators.

Qualifications Required:

Minnesota Teaching license in Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Emotional and Behavioral Disorder. Academic Behavior Specialist licensure considered; multiple licenses preferred.

Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) Teacher

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Position Information:

.20 at Southwest Middle School
.20 at Albert Lea High School

 License Required:

Minnesota PreK-12 Developmental Adapted Physical Education

 Position Summary:

Provides 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.  Assists in developing Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives and participates in IEP meetings for students in the program.