-Responsible for case management and maintaining appropriate due process files. -Serving students with DCD & ASD in a semi self-contained classroom -Work effectively with an interdisciplinary team. -Acquires knowledge of the goals of the Public School District Agenda and site/school goals. -Establishes developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students and communicates those to students and their families. -Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful, and interesting as well as multicultural/gender and ability fair/developmentally appropriate. Selects, adapts and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills. -Collaborates and communicates regularly with families in making educational decisions and uses family and community resources to support learning. -Assesses students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provides developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs. -Regularly assesses student learning by using multiple forms of assessment. -Facilitates positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers and student and other adults. -Models learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students. -Assesses own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDP). -Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development. -Collaborates with peers to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students. -Always keeps the students’ needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision making. -Demonstrates competence in the Standards of Effective Instruction. -Has a working knowledge of and implements the Minnesota State Standards and the Graduation Rule.
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Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Sojourner Truth Academy is a high-performing, PK-8 open enrollment public charter school. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999. Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a hard-working, passionate, social- justice-oriented educator to join our team as a Middle School Language Arts Teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. JOB DESCRIPTION Every STA teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. STA teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and highly structured learning environment for their scholars. Our core subjects include literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies. Candidates that are selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Prove the Possible *Student achievement is our number one job Drive Results *Ensure high standards for student behavior, performance, and attendance Instructional Leadership *Deliver well-planned, rigorous, and meaningful lessons *Use data to inform instruction Build Relationships *Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all elements of this position *Serve as a positive force committed to our mission Perform other duties as required and assigned *Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of STA’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior CORE VALUE AND BELIEFS All STA Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values: 1) Children are at the center of everything we do. 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action. 3) We choose optimism. 4) We push ourselves to improve. 5) We are stronger together. 6) We create fun and a little weirdness. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. STA EMPLOYMENT LOGISTICS *Sojourner Truth Academy’s work day is 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday * All STA Staff are expected to attend and participate in all monthly Family Events at the school.
Special Education EBD/ABS Teacher
Full-time Special Education EBD/ABS teaching position at the Area Learning Center and Central Montessori Elementary beginning the 2016-17 school year. Application deadline: July 15, 2016 or until filled.
Minnesota Math Corps Enrichment Tutor
Position title: Math Enrichment Tutor Minnesota Math Corps Position Placement: Sojourner Truth Academy, 3820 Emerson Ave N, Minneapolis, 55412 You can help youth succeed in school by giving them the extra support they need to do math. Whether you’re looking to explore a new career in education, reenter the workforce or simply want to work with kids, you can make a direct impact by serving one year as a Minnesota Math Corps Math Enrichment Tutor Tutor at Sojourner Truth Academy. One full-time Math Enrichment Tutor position is available for the 2016-2017 school year! Math Enrichment Tutors work with pairs of fourth through eighth graders at the school. They follow a curriculum and conduct progress monitoring to ensure their students are proficient in algebra by eighth grade. They commit to daytime hours. As a tutor, you will be trained to implement proven research-based strategies, monitor progress and help children believe in themselves and succeedall while building your own skills and professional network. Math Corps has seen real results and is helping catch children up to their peers.
Technology Assistant
Description: The Shakopee School District has 3 openings for a Technology Assistant at the following locations: East Junior High or West Junior High Shakopee High School District Wide The Technology assistant position is 7 hrs/day, 193 days/year. Grade 5. $16.53/hr Job Summary: Provide support in the area of technology for staff and students so that the overall district educational objectives may be achieved. *Completes tasks and projects on site following protocols as assigned by the Supervisor of Support and Technology Support Manager. *Supports building-level technology through the district Help Desk service and responds to staff requests. *Maintains systems including the installation of equipment and hardware/software upgrades following established protocols. *Supports existing technology including computer workstations, mobile devices, video/audio equipment and other peripheral devices. *Communicates and collaborates with the Technology Support Team to problem solve hardware, software, and network issues. *Remains current in software and hardware trends. *Answer the Help Desk phone number and provides assistance when able or devotes resources to remedy the staff’s technology issues. *Provide training for students and staff on software applications used by students. *Assists with training on software applications utilized by staff in real time and through virtual or web-based training. *Assists in the development and upkeep of instructional manuals on hardware and software use. *Assists as needed in installing, building, upgrading, and maintaining assistive technology hardware and software for students and staff. e.g. Text to Speech *Preview individualized technology equipment, devices, computers, computer software, and other materials. *Aids in the implementation of new technology and information systems.
Special Education EBD Teacher
Full-time Special Education EBD teaching position at Forest Lake Sr. High beginning the 2016-17 school year. Application deadline: July 15, 2016 or until filled.