MASA Jobsite Online

Minnesota Association of School Administrators

Metro

Teacher – Social Studies

by

FTE: 1.0

JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

School Counselor

by

JOB GOAL:
The School Counseling Program will coordinate the efforts of all curriculum areas to enhance student academic learning, personal/social development and career/vocational awareness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Service to Students
1. Provides orientation activities for all new students in the building.
2. Enrolls/screens all students new to the building for appropriate educational placement.
3. Cooperates with other district personnel to provide effective program planning for student moving from one building to another.
4. Assembles and utilizes relevant data on student performance for effective student programming.
5. Communicates with other schools and outside agencies regarding student concerns.

Guidance and Counseling
1. Communicates and works cooperatively with administrators to promote a positive learning environment.
2. Counsels students individually and in groups (small and/or classroom), on personal/social, behavioral, educational, and vocational development.
3. Assists students in securing job information.
4. Conducts conferences with school personnel to exchange information which will increase staff effectiveness in working with students.
5. Participates as a member on the Multi-Disciplinary Team and Student Support Team and assists in monitoring the progress of the students with special needs.
6. Provides student/parent information and assistance regarding post-secondary educational financial aid and scholarship programs.
7. Promotes developmental guidance activities in the classroom.
8. Receives and disseminates appropriate information regarding special written reports concerning students.
9. Makes referrals to and coordinates services with appropriate resource persons in the district and community.
10. Recommends and/or implements behavioral change strategies with individuals or groups of students.

Coordination of Programs
1. Acts as building coordinator for district standardized testing program.
2. Maintains and secures personal and confidential records of all students in the building, as well as proper transfer of said records.
3. Provides academic evaluation and guidance to facilitate each student’s vocational goal.
4. Consults with parents, school district staff and representatives of outside agencies with respect to specific needs of individual students.
5. Confers with counselors at other levels to maintain continuity in the K-12 ASCA Model Developmental Guidance programming.
6. Participates in program development, maintenance and evaluation.
7. Assists principals and other school, personnel in the organization and implementation of the graduation ceremony as needed.
8. Provides continued career development of the students.
9. Provides vocational counseling to student/parent regarding graduation and post-secondary education opportunities.
10. Maintains and updates a list of community resources.

Interpersonal Relationships
1. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with students.
2. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with educational staff.
3. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with parents and other significant people.

Professional Responsibilities
1. Attends conferences and meetings to keep updated in areas of responsibility.
2. Participates in various community, county and state activities when available and appropriate.
3. Maintains associations with local and state organizations .
4. Promotes and provides conditions of confidentiality that relate to privileged information.
5. Follows the policies and procedures of the school district.
6. Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility.
7. Assumes agreed upon professionally appropriate responsibilities as they relate to the school.
8. Communicates effectively with all stakeholders.
9. Attends work regularly.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Director of Student Services.

LTS-Social Studies Teacher

by

Long Term Sub Social Studies Teacher position(1.0 FTE)  is available at the Forest Lake Area Senior High School to teach students grades 9 – 12 starting September 30, 2024 through June 6, 2025.  Will be teaching US History and Geography.

Administrative Assistant (Part-time)

by

POSTING #: 242515-02

Classification:  Classified Staff – Administrative Assistant

Start Date:  Flexible

Responsibilities

  • Assist with main office operations.
  • Assist with attendance procedures, record keeping, reports, and following-up with unresolved attendance and tardy issues.
  • Assist in coordinating and supporting substitute teachers daily.
  • Assist in communicating and coordinating events related to prospective students.
  • Provide support to school administration.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned by supervisor, particularly on non-student contact days.

Compensation/Benefits

  • $21.50/Hour
  • Part-Time
  • Monday – Friday (5 hours per day, 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
  • Personal and Sick Leave
  • Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) with Employer Contribution
  • Covered Parking Provided

Please note: This position requires employee to be onsite daily during assigned work hours.

Application Deadline:  Until Filled

Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Special Education Paraprofessional Grades 9-12

by

POSTING #: 242514-01

Classification: Special Education Paraprofessional Grades 9-12

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 3:30 pm

Start Date: August 19, 2024

Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists is a public high school in the heart of downtown St. Paul, unlike any other in the country. SPCPA provides authentic arts training taught by professional artists while also focusing on academic standards. Students spend half of each day in academic programming, and the other in arts. We are in our 20th year of operation and draw students from over 40 different school districts.  We’re seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team for the 2024/2025 school year.

Basic Function of the Position:
The Special Education Paraprofessional’s primary function is to implement assigned tasks during the school year in conjunction with the student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP).  Special Education paraprofessionals perform a variety of instructional activities as directed by a licensed teacher.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Be familiar with the special education needs of each student as noted in the student’s IEP.
  • Be familiar with the goals and objectives of each student as noted in the student’s IEP.
  • Provide academic support to special education students in the general education classroom.
  • Keep all student information strictly confidential.
  • Follow assigned daily schedule.
  • Assist in implementation of students’ behavior plans.
  • Assist in implementation of IEP accommodations.
  • Assist individual or small groups of special education students in practicing or reviewing previously learned techniques or strategies.
  • Follow all district procedures and policies for maintaining a healthy and safe environment for students and staff.
  • Follow district standards in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of instructional efforts.

Compensation/Benefits

  • $18.00 – $20.00 per hour, depending upon experience/qualifications

Application Deadline: Open until Filled

Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Director of Employee Services

by

Position Type:
Administrative/Director

Date Posted:
7/29/2024

Location:
ESC – (Educational Services Center)

Closing Date:
08/05/2024

DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Full Time 12 months

Job Summary: Under the direction of the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources, the Director of Employee Services, Human Resources works in a shared leadership model with the Director of Labor Relations and Benefits, Human Resources. The Director of Employee Services is expected to provide broad program oversight and administration including: recruiting and retention, performance management and coaching,  investigations, employee discipline, employee development training, compensation procedures including re-classification(s), grievance administration, compliance reporting, staff development, ADA, leaves, and other human resource functions as necessary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
StrategicProvide advice and counsel to Principals, Directors, and Department leaders regarding human resource and employee performance issues. Keep the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources, and administrators informed of significant human resource issues that may have implications for the organization.
Provide vision, leadership and planning to the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources, and the Employee Services department to meet the current and future human resource needs of the organization.
Provide feedback and guidance to the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources, in the analysis and development of policies and practices regarding effective human resource management for the organization.
Recommend and coordinate appropriate compensation for employees to ensure the district remains competitive in the recruitment and selection of organizational leadership.
Advise the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources, regarding organizational development and long-range staffing and succession planning needs.
Monitor and ensure the use of the evaluations systems, providing training as necessary. Evaluate the effectiveness of performance appraisal systems for all district employees, implement changes to the performance appraisal system based on organizational need.
Ability to recognize and identify trends or challenges in area of responsibility and successfully interpret data and draw conclusions. Recommend or deploy a strategy to initiate systemic change or make district wide improvements.
Consultant/Advisor/LeaderProvide internal consulting services to the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources, Cabinet members, Principals and Department leaders providing direction and recommendations regarding improved organizational and departmental efficiencies.
Serve as resource and advisor to Cabinet members, Principals, Department leaders and supervisory personnel regarding employee performance. Provide direction to supervisors during the employee discipline process, work in collaboration with General Counsel’s Office to ensure recommendations for discipline are well documented and meet legal and contractual requirements.
Develop, provide and manage staff development for administrators  and employees, on best practices and human resources compliance.
Direct the organizations overall process in recruiting, selecting and assigning of classified and non-classified employees; ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws; bargaining unit language; and district policies and practices. Develop and recommend appropriate employment policies and procedures to ensure the process of recruitment, selection, and assignment of personnel operates in an optimum manner.
Direct the training, including new hire training and development programs for non-licensed employees ensuring that all district employees meet the current future needs of the organization and the students it serves.
Direct and conduct the investigation of matters involving employee performance, alleged misconduct or policy violations; ensure reports and recommendations for discipline are completed in accordance with due process and contractual obligations.
Direct the effective utilization of the districts substitute employee program. Analyze statistical data regarding the use of substitutes, provide information and develop reports to share with administration for organizational planning and decision-making purposes.
Provide regular updates and presentations to the Board at Board meetings.
ComplianceDevelop and monitor Employee Services procedures to ensure on-going compliance with federal, state, and local laws; bargaining unit language; and district policies and practices.
Serve as district EEO Officer
MiscellaneousPrepare, recommends and monitors program budgets for the allocation of resources in the areas of responsibility.
Perform other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the General Counsel /Executive Director of Human Resources may assign.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Directly supervises the Employee Services Manager, Staffing Supervisor, Employee Services Administrative Assistant. All staff members in Employee Services report up to the Director of Employee Services. The Director of Employee Services has responsibility for the overall direction, coordination, evaluation and supervision of these employees in accordance with School District policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Qualifications:  Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or Business and five years working in human resources or related area; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional articles, financial reports, and legal documents.   Skilled in verbal and written communication to/with a diverse audience.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from administrators, teachers, other District employees, the general public and the School Board.  Ability to effectively present information to administrators, teachers, other District employees, the general public and the School Board.  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  Ability to maintain regular attendance, which includes completing an assigned day.  Experience serving as primary and lead investigator, including report writing.  Ability to make ADA accommodation determinations.  Ability to engage in collective bargaining negotiations  Ability to present concisely and effectively to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.  (This job requires nights and evenings as necessary, including regular attendance at evening board meetings.)

Preferred Qualifications:   Master’s Degree and experience in a school environment or the public sector is preferred.  Certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) is preferred.

Start Date:  ASAP after closing.

Salary:  $127,902 and up DOQ, eligibility for up to 5 percent annual performance pay, and generous benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants must complete the Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 online application at www.ahschools.us
Administrative Applicants must also attach a letter of application and a current resume describing qualifications for this position, along with a minimum of three letters of recommendation.