NLA is seeking a qualified, licensed elementary candidate for the 2022-23 school year. Our growth has allowed this position to open – join our awesome team now!
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Elementary Teacher, Grade 2, 2022-23SY
SCHOOL
The Mission of North Lakes Academy is to graduate students who are confident, skilled scholars and citizens. Our expectation is that students and teachers excel in core academic and artistic disciplines, develop a sense of purpose and path, and value a united community built through appreciation of diversity.
Since 1999, North Lakes Academy has provided a personalized learning environment designed to meet a wide variety of academic needs. With strong core subjects and a full complement of liberal arts courses, NLA provides quality learning in a responsive learning atmosphere.
WHY US?
+ We help students discover their passions and stay confident learners throughout their lives.
+ We’re a fast-paced, collaborative working-environment that’s also thoughtful about designing reflection and resetting time for teachers and students.
+ We think about what we can do better and faster than other area schools on a daily basis and learn quickly from other models of innovation (See our Becoming Program for one example).
+ We’re a friendly and creative team with diverse backgrounds, who are all really kids, parents, coaches, and entrepreneurs at heart.
+ We’re a interesting school that feels more like a startup, a workshop, and a family.
+ We’re close to Highway 35 and easily accessible from the metro area or surrounding suburbs (Many teachers commute from the cities, surrounding suburbs, and even Wisconsin).
+ We design flexible professional development experiences.
+ We provide exceptional medical and dental benefits.
+ We work with teachers to choose a personalized technology setup.
TEACHER EXPECTATIONS: ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER
Elementary staff will be expected to instruct and guide curriculum in the areas of reading, mathematics, science, and social studies amongst other opportunities. Staff will be learners, seekers of best practice, and reflective practitioners. Staff will use a relationship-first model of instruction to engage and instruct learners.
+ Responsibilities and Experience
Help lead the design of the elementary experience with support from grade-level teams and administration
Invest in all facets of a successful classroom – including outstanding communication skills, flexibility and adaptability, growth mindset, and practical and effective problem-solving.
Architect and guide new applications and project development,
Help guide curriculum and course development pace and rhythm in collaboration with department and school teams.
Establish and maintain program standards set forth by the school and grade-level teams
+ Skills and Star Qualities
Demonstrable experience designing personalized curriculum.
Ability to see the bigger picture while iterating strategically every day.
Direct experience helping kids learn by doing in innovative ways.
Collaboration within the department and between disciplines.
Growth mindset based on problem-seeing and problem-owning
6th Grade Teacher
NLA is seeking a dynamic and talented 6th grade teacher for the upcoming school year. NLA is a K-12 charter school located in Forest Lake, MN and has been named a High-Quality Charter School the last three years by MDE. NLA offers small class sizes, an innovative and collaborated staff, and a supportive leadership team to help put you in the best position to succeed.
Special Education Teacher – 2022-23SY
Now accepting applications for the 2022-23 school year for Special Education candidates. Please apply through district website.
Superintendent
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Verndale Public Schools’ main office is located in Verndale, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 560 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: https://www.verndaleschool.org/home
City Website: https://cityofverndale.weebly.com/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Verndale School Board seeks a superintendent who:
- Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
- Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with all stakeholder groups across the district
- Effectively mediates and accommodates different perspectives; values teamwork
- Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: A regionally-competitive compensation package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 10, 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 10, 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 “Verndale 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.
Superintendent
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The ROCORI School District’s main office is located in Cold Spring, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 2,299 kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: https://www.rocori.k12.mn.us/
City Websites: https://coldspring.govoffice.com/
https://www.rockvillecity.org/
https://www.ci.richmond.mn.us/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The ROCORI School Board seeks a superintendent who:
- Is able to develop trust and work collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
- Delegates authority while maintaining accountability
- Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
- Develops and directs an effective leadership team
- Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, students, and community
- Has experience in school district management practices
Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: A regionally-competitive compensation package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 24, 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 24, 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 “ROCORI School District 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.