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Hinckley-Finlayson High School Social Studies Teacher – LTS

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Hinckley-Finlayson High School

Long Term Substitute High School Social Studies

 

Job Description: Hinckley-Finlayson High School is looking for a Long Term Substitute for the first four weeks of second semester (approximately January 26 – February 20) of the 2025-26 school year.  This position may be extended through the end of the school year, June 3, 2026.

Hinckley-Finlayson is a rural school district in east-central MN that celebrates learning!  We offer students and families a wide range of tools to make their education successful.  Our caring staff is dedicated, passionate and committed. We have made a promise to our students and families to be “The place where every student is known, valued and challenged to succeed” and everything we do, is done to fulfill that promise.  Hinckley-Finlayson staff members are experts at helping students with unique challenges develop to their fullest potential.

Qualifications:  Minnesota license in Social Studies 7-12. Work experience in a high school setting.

Responsibilities:  This position will be responsible for preparing lessons, instructing and assessing student work in the following classes:  College in the Schools World History (1500-Present), Reading Intervention, Board Game Development, 10th Grade American Studies and
9th Grade World History.

Application Process:
Application material would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts, license and 3 letters of recommendation. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please send application materials to Julie Nelson, HR, at [email protected].

Please see Master Agreement for salary and contract information.

Posting open until filled.

Superintendent of Schools

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Monticello School District, located in Monticello, Minnesota, seeks an individual with visionary leadership and strong administrative skills to lead a district of 4,000 students. The salary will be in the range of $205,000 to $210,000 plus includes an excellent comprehensive benefits package. The final salary for the successful candidate will be negotiated and determined based upon proven experience, qualifications and meeting Board criteria.

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Benson Public School’s main office is located in Benson, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 770 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

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

City Website:   https://www.bensonmn.org/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Benson Public School Board seeks a superintendent with proven leadership experience who:

  • Leads with honesty integrity, and by consistently demonstrating ethical behavior in every interaction with students, staff, families, and the wider community
  • Promotes a collaborative environment by empowering team members, assigning responsibilities appropriately, supporting their professional development, and ensuring accountability for outcomes
  • Articulates ideas thoughtfully and effectively, tailoring communication style to connect with varied groups; encourages constructive, respective conversations among all members of the school community
  • Proactively promotes and facilitates business and community involvement to enrich school programs and strengthen partnerships
  • Is actively engaged and visible within the school and broader community; stays approachable and available to students, staff, families, and partners
  • Brings a solid background in school financial management, including responsible resource allocation and thorough fiscal oversight to maintain financial health and transparency

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $130,000 – $160,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. Additional benefits available may include Health and Life insurance, 403(b) match, and more.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 25, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA’s Executive Search Services uses an online application process. Applicants may begin their application at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, a completed application file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on January 25, 2026.

Contact Amy Jordan at 507-479-9984 ([email protected]) with questions.

Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Benson Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.

School Psychologist

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School Psychologist
**$5,000 signing bonus provided**

Position Location: Pine City Elementary School

Position Purpose   
School psychologists provide direct and/or indirect support and interventions to students, consult with teachers, families, and other school-employed mental health professionals (i.e., school counselors, school social workers) to improve support strategies, work with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and policies, and collaborate with community providers to coordinate needed services. Through their work, school psychologists help SCRED member districts and buildings successfully implement a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework in order to: improve academic achievement, promote positive behavior and mental health, support diverse learners, create safe, positive school climates, strengthen family-school partnerships, improve school-wide assessment and accountability, and monitor individual student progress in academics and behavior.

Essential Duties

  • Behavior Intervention, Support, and Crisis Response
    • Facilitate behavior and 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
  • 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
    • Facilitate the problem solving team (PST) in each building, ensuring that each PST is:
      • using standard data for decision making
      • defining problems in observable and measurable terms
      • collecting sufficient information for intervention planning
      • developing detailed intervention plans
      • evaluating integrity of implementation
      • supporting classroom teachers or interventionists in data collection activities
      • graphing intervention effectiveness
    • Participate in various data team meetings within each building
    • 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
  • Special Education Leadership
    • Facilitate Student Support Team (SST) meetings
    • Attend special education department meetings
    • Serve as a liaison between SCRED and its member districts, in promotion of a positive, collaborative culture
    • Provide consultation on special education due process to staff and parents
    • Assist in the improvement of special education services (e.g., program evaluation, evaluation/service process, resource allocation, transitions), under the direction of SCRED Administration and the principal
    • Facilitate the child find process by assisting in responding to referrals for initial special education evaluations for students suspected of having disabilities
    • Assist in coordinating the reevaluation process for students receiving special education and related services
    • Administer and interpret intellectual ability tests, social behavior assessments, and adaptive assessments as part of comprehensive evaluations for current and potential special education students when necessary
    • Assist in the planning process for the provision of Extended School Year (ESY) services in building(s)/district of assignment
    • Assist with facilitating transition planning, including attending IEP meetings (as needed) for children moving from ECSE programs to kindergarten, elementary to secondary, or between buildings and programs
    • Support special education staff in reviewing progress monitoring data on IEP goals and designing appropriate interventions
    • Assist with state compliance review activities, including the implementation of any resulting corrective action plans
    • Serve as an active member of the SCRED Implementation Team (I-Team)
    • Plan and implement professional learning opportunities at SCRED and building(s)/district of assignment?
  • Academic Assessment and Services
    • Support building-wide academic screening processes
    • Complete diagnostic assessments in reading, math and written expression, as deemed appropriate by the Problem Solving Team or Student Support Team
    • Develop, implement and monitor the fidelity of academic interventions, as requested
    • Assist in ensuring compliance with child find requirements related to the implementation of Scientific Research-Based Interventions
  • Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Assessment and Services
    • Provide direct SEL services to individuals, small groups, classrooms or school-wide, as requested
    • Provide direct counseling services to individuals or groups, as requested
    • Complete mental health screenings and assist students,  families, and school staff in determining appropriate mental health supports, both internally and through outside agencies
    • 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 special education 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
    • Provide behavior consultation services to general education and special education staff
  • 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
  • Other Duties
    • Perform other duties as assigned

Interim Executive Director

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POSITION STATUS: Full-time

START DATE: Immediately

COMPENSATION: $100,000-130,000. The position is a full-time interim position with benefits included and potential to evolve into a permanent position. Compensation to be commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS: Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance.

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL:

Since 1999, North Lakes Academy has proudly served Forest Lake and the surrounding communities by offering a small and safe community building  curiosity and confidence from day one. With a strong foundation in core subjects and a rich selection of liberal arts courses, NLA delivers high-quality education in a supportive and responsive environment where every student can thrive.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

North Lakes Academy is seeking an interim Executive Director to serve as the leader of the school and ensure its financial viability, enrollment growth, and overall organizational stability. The Executive Director is the public face of the school and represents its interests both on and off campus. Operating under the policy direction of the School Board and in accordance with federal and state laws, the Executive Director supports the Board by developing, refining, and implementing guidance related to school finance, program planning, and educational program review. The Executive Director is responsible for developing and executing strategies that strengthen student recruitment and retention, enhance the school’s visibility, and drive sustainable increases in enrollment. ​The Executive Director also has the authority to specify required actions and define operational procedures for the school. This work is carried out through strong leadership of school employees, collaboration with community members, and effective system management that advances student achievement, supports staff success, aligns with Board goals, and furthers continuous improvement across the organization.

MISSION:

NLA strives to provide a rigorous curriculum in a safe, small-school setting where we know each student as an individual and meet them where they are – both to provide extra attention and extra challenge. We create a learning environment where students can take ownership of their school community through the many clubs, sports, and activities where they can play an active role. We also deeply value our family-school partnership, environmental focus, and our caring and dedicated staff who aid in the growth of the whole student.​

VISION: North Lakes Academy students will form deep connections with their learning, school community, and the environment to grow into engaged and active leaders in a global society.

HOW TO APPLY:

Job inquiries and questions should be directed to Will Tiedeman, NLA School Board Director and Executive Director Hiring Committee Chair. Please email the required materials to [email protected]. Applicants must submit a resume or curriculum vitae, cover letter of interest, and three references and/or letters of recommendation.​

LEARN MORE:

NLA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nlacharterk12

NLA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlacharterk12/

​North Lakes Academy, where who you BECOME is as important as what you ACHIEVE.

 

Manager of Administrative Services (8 hours per day; 12 months per year)

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Full job description within posting on ISD 728 website.

1.  Provide Administrative Support to the Superintendent of Schools – Supports the Superintendent, including managing calendar; composing, editing, formatting documents and correspondence; screening and prioritizing mail and phone calls; making travel arrangements; coordinating and preparing for various administrative meetings; assisting with special projects and reports; gathering data or information as the Superintendent may require.
2.  Provide Administrative Support to the School Board – Supports the School Board, including the coordination and compiling of quarterly superintendent evaluations; handling conference registrations, travel arrangements and miscellaneous requests of the Board; and assisting with new board member orientation.
3.  Oversees Communication and Public Relations activities of the School District – Oversees implementation of the department’s strategic use of social media tools including, but not limited to blogs, Twitter, Wiki, Facebook and more.
4.  Administers community engagement and student choice process and procedures – Serves as the designated contact person for Open Enrollment; processes the application forms, communicates with parents, District staff, and other districts; sends required reports to the Minnesota Department of Education;. serves on District Crisis Team; serves as District notary.
5.  Performs other duties of the same or similar nature as assigned.