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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

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Interim Superintendent

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About the position:

Walker Hackensack Akeley ISD #113 is seeking an interim superintendent for the 2023-2024 school year. All interested candidates should contact MSBA’s Barb Dorn at 507-508-5501 or [email protected] by noon on Tuesday, May 2. The successful candidate will have previous superintendent experience, and possess both financial and relationship-building skills. Familiarity with AVID and High-Reliability School programs is preferred but not required. Applicants must hold a current Minnesota superintendent’s license.

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted School District’s main office is located in Howard Lake, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 1,280 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://hlww.k12.mn.us/hs/

City Website:    https://www.howard-lake.mn.us/

https://www.waverlymn.org/

https://winsted.mn.us/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Promotes business and community involvement in schools and provides outreach and opportunities for the many willing businesses who wish to partner with the district
  • 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
  • Is a visionary, creative thinker
  • Has experience in school finance
  • Has knowledge of and experience with negotiations and the collective bargaining process
  • Has experience with strategic planning and looking for opportunity to partner with the Board as they embark on the next strategic plan for the district.

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  A competitive compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 8, 2023

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 May 8, 2023, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted 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:  John Ward, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-479-0935.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

Middle School Principal – Wayzata Public Schools

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Position Type: Administration/Principal

Date Posted:  3/22/2023

Location: Wayzata East Middle School

Closing Date: 04/12/2023

Middle School Principal – East Middle School

Position Description:

The Middle School Principal is the educational leader at the school and creates and maintains a positive climate with high expectations for all students and staff, provides evaluation and professional coaching to instructional and support staff, manages and allocates resources in accordance with the District’s vision and mission, works towards implementation of district and school goals and policies with a strong emphasis on Equity and closing the opportunity gap, all while building and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff, and the community.

Typical Responsibilities:

Oversees daily school operations to include: providing instructional leadership; developing student behavior standards and guidelines; developing, establishing performance goals and objectives; providing oversight for the safety and security within the school environment; and developing partnerships with businesses, communities, and other organizations.

Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

Directs and monitors the operational budgets including establishing preliminary and final budgets; administering assigned budgets; and monitoring site expenditures.

Establishes, monitors, and enforces comprehensive student behavioral and discipline programs, ensuring consistency in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, working closely with students, teachers, staff, and parents.

Ensures school site adherence and compatibility with District goals, objectives, and strategic initiatives; and sets the climate on issues related to applicable initiatives and policies.

Participates in a variety of meetings, which may include; District meetings, parent conferences, special education meetings and staff/committee meetings and other related meetings.

License Requirements:

K-12 Educational Administration License from the State of Minnesota

Knowledge Requirements:

Supervisory principles and practices
Education administration principles and practices
Performance evaluation principles and practices
Strategic planning principles
Policy and procedure development principles and practices
Curriculum development
Classroom management principles and practices
Instructional methods and practices
Proactive behavior management
Program and service development and management
Budgeting principles
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations

Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.wayzataschools.org/careers
The deadline for completed applications is April 12th, 2023

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Foley School District’s main office is located in Foley, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 1,900 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.foley.k12.mn.us/

City Website:   https://ci.foley.mn.us/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Foley School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
  • Is a visionary, creative thinker
  • Has experience in school finance
  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Uses curriculum and other resources to improve test scores
  • Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  A competitive compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  April 10, 2023

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, 2023, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Foley 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:  Lee Warne, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-828-2468.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

Executive Director Charter School

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Lionsgate Academy – Charter School Executive Director

Mission:

The Mission of Lionsgate Academy is to foster self-determination by providing a transition-focused, personalized education for all, specializing in educating learners on the autism spectrum.

Throughout its three campuses, Lionsgate Academy creates an educational environment that models best instructional practice and research-based techniques so that the graduates can live independently, be involved in further education or gainful employment, and develop meaningful relationships with others.

Lionsgate also focuses on teaching community-building and social skills in an emotionally safe environment that eases the deep isolation that many students on the autism spectrum experience in traditional school district settings.  Through the use of personalized learning plans using a range of instructional methodologies from project-based to direct-instruction, small classes, highly trained interdisciplinary teachers, a collaborative educational model, partnerships with community organizations, therapeutic services and specialized programming, Lionsgate Academy continues to support its students in becoming fully functioning adults.

 

Job Summary

Under the auspices of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for oversight of fulfilling the school’s mission. This includes strategic planning, financial management, communications, and public relations.  The Executive Director is responsible for the overall educational program of Lionsgate Academy in alignment with the mission and in accordance with national and state statutes and regulations. This position reports to the Board of Directors.  The Board governs while the Executive Director works closely with senior leadership to manage the Academy.

Executive Director

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Kaleidoscope Charter School’s main office is located in Otsego, Minnesota. The district has an approximate enrollment of 540 kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.kcsmn.org/

City Website:   https://www.ci.otsego.mn.us/

https://www.elkrivermn.gov/

https://www.ci.albertville.mn.us/home

https://stmichaelmn.gov/

https://www.ci.monticello.mn.us/

https://www.biglakemn.org/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Kaleidoscope Charter School Board seeks an executive director who:

  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
  • Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
  • Develops and directs an effective leadership team
  • Possesses a strong academic background with experience in curriculum
  • Experience in school finance
  • Familiar with state and federal education laws
  • Visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community

Previous executive director or superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  A competitive compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  February 7, 2023

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 February 7, 2023, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Kaleidoscope Charter Schools Executive Director;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be an executive director/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:  John Ward, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-479-0935.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.