Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Community Education is responsible for providing leadership, direction, planning and implementation of a comprehensive community education program that serves the lifelong learning needs of the community. Major areas of responsibility include such activities as program development and strategic planning; marketing, community involvement and public relations; budget planning and administration; integration of department programs within the K-12 programs; coordination and oversight of facility usage and lease negotiations.
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Behavioral Therapist/Mental Health Practitioner
Position Description The Minnesota Autism Center (MAC), a non-profit organization, is currently seeking qualified Behavioral Therapist/Mental Health Practitioners to provide direct 1:1 therapy to children affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Candidates must be enthusiastic and enjoy working in the mental health field with children. On the job training is provided. Opportunities for professional growth are available.
Language Arts Teacher, Long Term Substitute
Language Arts Teacher, Long Term Substitute Approximately January 23 – April 17, 2017 6th Grade New Prague Middle School is a progressive 6-8 middle school that incorporates the house model. This position requires a team player as he/she will be working collaboratively with staff members in other content areas. Enthusiastic applicants are expected to be life-long learners in a student-focused environment. New Prague Area Schools is a consistently growing district of 3,900 students, Pre K through 12. The district is located about 45 miles southwest of the Twin Cities. The district serves the students and community members of the New Prague, Elko New Market, northern Lonsdale areas, as well as several other communities. The district offers a small-town quality of life with easy access to the conveniences of a major metropolitan area. I.S.D. 721 is an equal opportunity employer. Middle School
Director of Human Resources
POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Human Resources is accountable for providing leadership and management for all district Human Resource functions to ensure all actions play a strategic role in accomplishing the district mission and strategic plan. The Director is responsible for essential department functions including recruitment and selection, contract negotiation, interpretation and management of employment contracts, performance management and improvement, employee relations, leadership of the Human Resources team, compensation, organizational planning, staffing, professional development, appraisal, corrective action, policy development, budget development, and compliance with all applicable city, state, and federal laws. PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.Design and implement strategies and procedures for recruitment, selection, and orientation that are customer driven, cost effective, legally defensible, multi-culturally inclusive with a focus on increasing the employment of persons from diverse backgrounds, and provide the staff necessary to fulfill the mission of the school district. 2.Provide Human Resources strategic direction based on the District’s strategic plan and external trends and demographics. Partner with all employees and union leadership to enhance morale and productivity, limit job turnover, and help the District use and enhance employee skills. 3.Review and revise School Board Policies as needed. 4.Lead a team of Human Resources employees matching competencies and job functions to ensure high morale and high productivity in meeting District short-term and long-term strategic goals. 5.Formulate, recommend, and implement Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Protect interest of employees and the school district in regards to District policies, state and federal labor laws and regulations, collective bargaining procedures, including the Minnesota Public Employment Labor Relations Act, (PELRA). 6.Develop and ensure implementation of performance management policies and procedures including job descriptions and employee evaluations. Identify strategic employee development needs and facilitate implementation with appropriate departments. 7.Define all Human Resources products and processes and clarify and align authority/responsibility of Human Resources, department, and building staff within those programs. Ensure necessary education and training to administration and all employees in the implementation of those programs. 8.Manage the Human Resources budget ensuring compliance and correlation between District goals and use of funds. Monitor for effectiveness and cost containment. 9.Lead a culture of customer service and continuous improvement that sets the tone for the District and the department. Consistently evaluate products and services for focus on the customer, efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment with District goals. 10.Ensure Human Resources Information System responsiveness relative to report and data generation in response to state and federal governmental requirements, negotiations requirements, and other needs. 11.Counsel administrators in organizational planning, discipline management, contract interpretation, conflict resolution, career management, and overall management and leadership issues. Coach managers through employee issues in alignment with legal requirements and strategic goals, workplace investigations and potential employee discipline. 12.Negotiate employee disputes and complaints to resolve conflict and facilitate increased morale and productivity. 13.Assist the Superintendent in facilitating change. Create learning opportunities around change and strategic initiatives. Assist leaders and employees in interpreting change and moving toward that change. 14.Draft and review all contracts, labor and other, to be presented to the School Board for approval. 15.Negotiate labor contracts on behalf of the School Board for assigned bargaining groups. 16.Recommend, in coordination with the Superintendent and Director of Finance, applicable economic parameters for negotiations, and recommend proposed modifications to existing labor agreements. 17.Prepare costing models for labor contract negotiations to assure accurate and complete costing of negotiated agreements. 18.Administer labor contracts so as to maintain fair and equitable treatment of employees and to assure compliance with negotiated agreements. 19.Provide contract interpretations to supervisors and employees 20.Develop and present training materials to supervisors on new contracts. 21.When necessary, implement lay off, discipline and termination of employees within applicable legal and contractual parameters 22.Serve as district’s Human Rights Officer 23.Maintain pre-employment, employment, and post-employment personnel records and information including licensure status, renewal credits, and official personnel files according to applicable data retention laws and policies. 24.Coordinate Equal Employment Opportunities training. 25. Other duties as assigned.
Executive Assistant to the Academic Director
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE ACADEMIC DIRECTOR 12 Months (July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017) Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Typically 7:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Adjusted Hours on Some Days to Accommodate Evening Events or Meetings Some Overtime (1.5 x hourly rate) May Occur at Various Times DESCRIPTION This is a confidential and complex position requiring a high degree of organizational planning, the performance of high level administrative duties and tasks requiring the exercise of independent initiative, knowledge, judgement and tact, and the ability to relieve the Academic Director of administrative detail. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Assists the Academic Director to promote and support the school’s mission and goals Represents the academic program and Academic Director at all times and in the Academic Director’s absence. Keeps the Academic Director informed of program operations and important information when the Academic Director is off-site. Manages the collection of information, posting, and editing of academic program sections on the school’s website. Preparation, development, and publication of the Academic Course Guide, Student and Parent Handbook, the Academic Faculty Handbook, and other school and program publications. Works with the Academic Director to complete the annual MCCC submission and other critical reports/submissions. Leads the administration of all student assessments and related procedures (ACT, PSAT, MCA, etc.) in collaboration with the Academic Director. Assists with prospective student experiences, new student orientation, back-to-school related events, parent-teacher conferences, J-Term, graduation, staff development, and other school events. Provides support to student activity groups (i.e. NHS, Student Council, Yearbook, etc.) in the academic program. Coordinates all Science Museum parking and Metro Transit reimbursement for staff transportation. Covers the lunch break for the front desk administrative assistant daily and serves as back-up, as needed. Monitors and prepares documentation regarding daily academic staff attendance. Monitors, arranges, and assists substitute teachers. Assists with scheduling and coordination of formal and informal teacher evaluations. Coordinates the dissemination of diplomas and final (official) transcripts. Manages all academic program documents such as, field trip forms, testing registration, leave forms, etc.. Coordinates CPR session for state requirement in science classrooms. Prepares and disseminates attendance reports and letters in collaboration with Dean/Counselor(s). Prepares and disseminates academic program communications (i.e. credit recovery) in collaboration with Dean/Counselor(s). Processes purchase orders and reviews and maintains accurate budget for the academic program. Receives and processes new inventory, as well as maintains a comprehensive inventory database for the academic program. Liaison to technology companies copy machines, student Moodle, student WIFI, etc. Takes initiative to learn and implement on-site trouble-shooting strategies regarding school technology. Composes correspondence, as necessary. Reviews and interprets highly confidential information. Implement changes to improve Academic operations and make them more efficient. Manages Academic school calendars, schedules, and meeting calendars. Maintains accurate files and records for Academic Director’s office. Coordinates a wide variety of special projects for the academic program. Attends trainings and workshops for the purpose of professional development. Maintains a high level of public image in all contacts. Performs other duties as assigned.
Counselor, Long Term Sub
Middle School Guidance Counselor Long Term Substitute Chaska Middle School East For specific information contact Beth Holm at [email protected] Position Dates: 12/17/2016 – 3/15/2017 Days/Hours: 1.0 FTE Responsible To: Building Principal Position Purpose: The School Counselor is essential in helping all students attain an optimum level of personal/social development, academic development, and post high school awareness by utlizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration. The school counselor will promote student success, assist with testing and registration, provide preventative and proactive services and respond to identified needs of all students. Major Job Functions, Specific Tasks, Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: See website Licensure Requirements: Valid State of Minnesota License in Guidance & Counseling Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment: Benefits of employment as negotiated between Independent School District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA). Background check will be conducted. If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required. If you are changing positions or the hours you work, your benefits may change. Please make sure to check for eligibility of benefits as listed in the above agreement. Application Procedure: Please apply online at: http://www.district112.org (only online applications accepted).