SEEKING EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS Apply now to be considered for 2016-2017 teaching positions! Now accepting applications for positions working with our special education students: opportunities for teachers with Early Childhood Special Education licensure are available. First, submit your application; if you meet minimum qualifications, you will receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. To learn more about the hiring process for teaching positions, visit http://bit.ly/TeachMPS or call the Office of Human Capital at 612-668-0500. WHO WE ARE We are a diverse and dedicated team, proud to be tasked with educating more than 35,000 Minneapolis kids every year. We believe in the achievement of every student in every classroom. We are building a workforce that is equipped to provide our students with the education and resources they need to succeed by consistently investing in the growth of our employees and doing what it takes to keep and grow our talented staff. WHAT WE DO At MPS, we work collaboratively to find innovative ways to connect with every single one of our students no matter which languages they speak, or which corner of the city or the world they come from. We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff and the unique perspective each person brings to our learning community by supporting the individual needs of each student and by caring for and supporting one another as we take on new challenges every day. RESPONSIBILITIES When you teach at MPS, leading effective lessons in class is just the beginning. You’ll collaborate with other passionate educators, customize your instruction to engage children age birth-5 of varying abilities, find ways to both challenge and encourage young minds, and create an environment where children feel safe and respected. As an ECSE teacher, you will: *Collaboratively create educational plans for children with disabilities, including the development of appropriate and measurable goals and objectives *Lead lessons that promote learning in the child’s least restrictive environment, providing adaptations and individualized intervention as needed and monitoring children’s progress *Develop and implement evaluations for children referred to and within the early childhood special education program *Effectively complete case management duties for children on your caseload and maintain appropriate due process files *Assist with feeding, lifting, positioning, and toileting of students *Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop, plan and implement innovative practices based on students’ needs/abilities *Create learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as fair for students from various cultural backgrounds, gender identities, races, ability levels, and developmental needs *Collaborate and communicate regularly with families *Work to help your site achieve the goals of your school improvement plan and the Minneapolis Public School District strategic plan *Assess own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDPLC). Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development. *Coordinate special education transportation as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS *Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university *A valid Minnesota teaching license in Early Childhood Special Education or proof of pending licensure Desired Characteristics *Unwavering belief in the ability of all students to succeed in school *Prior experience in early intervention services and evaluation for young children with disabilities *Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching, especially in an urban, multicultural education setting. *Strong skills in parent involvement and education *Hunger to consistently improve instructional practice, day after day and year after year *Eagerness to collaborate with other teachers and school/district leaders in innovative programs or initiatives that will support student success *Appreciation for diversity and ability to harness the unique strengths of students and staff *Engagement in building a positive school culture
Metro
Math Teacher
TEACH MATH IN MINNEAPOLIS Apply now to be considered for 2016-2017 teaching positions! Now accepting applications for positions teaching mathematics, grades 5-12. First, submit your application; if you meet minimum qualifications, you will receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. To learn more about the hiring process for teaching positions, visit http://bit.ly/TeachMPS or call the Office of Human Capital at 612-668-0500. WHO WE ARE We are a diverse and dedicated team, proud to be tasked with educating more than 35,000 Minneapolis kids every year. We believe in the achievement of every student in every classroom. We are building a workforce that is equipped to provide our students with the education and resources they need to succeed by consistently investing in the growth of our employees and doing what it takes to keep and grow our talented staff. WHAT WE DO At MPS, we work collaboratively to find innovative ways to connect with every single one of our students no matter which languages they speak, or which corner of the city or the world they come from. We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff and the unique perspective each person brings to our learning community by supporting the individual needs of each student and by caring for and supporting one another as we take on new challenges every day. RESPONSIBILITIES When you teach at MPS, leading effective lessons in class is just the beginning. You’ll collaborate with other passionate educators, customize your instruction to engage students of all different abilities, find ways to both challenge and encourage young minds, and create an environment where children feel safe and respected. As an MPS teacher, you will: *Teach students standards-aligned curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving *Use a variety of assessment strategies diagnostic, formative and summative to inform instructional decisions and increase students’ ownership of their learning *Lead rigorous, inquiry-based learning tasks to engage students in deep content exploration as well as the habits of scholarship *Collaborate with peers to develop, plan and implement innovative practices based on students’ needs/abilities *Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs. *Create learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as fair for students from various cultural backgrounds, gender identities, races, ability levels, and developmental needs *Collaborate and communicate regularly with families *Apply your knowledge of the Minnesota State Standards, district graduation requirements, subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective *Work to help your school achieve the goals of your school improvement plan and the Minneapolis Public School District strategic plan *Assess own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDPLC). Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS *Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university *A valid Minnesota teaching license in Math: 5-12, 7-12, 9-12, 5-8 or Middle School; or proof of pending approved licensure Desired Characteristics *Unwavering belief in the ability of all students to succeed in school *Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching, especially in an urban, multicultural education setting. *Hunger to consistently improve instructional practice, day after day and year after year *Eagerness to collaborate with other teachers and school/district leaders in innovative programs or initiatives that will support student success *Experience using formative assessments and student achievement data to reflect on and improve instructional strategies *Appreciation for diversity and ability to harness the unique strengths of students and staff *Engagement in building a positive school culture *Ability to build relationships with families and welcome them into the classroom
Science Teacher
TEACH SCIENCE IN MINNEAPOLIS Apply now to be considered for 2016-2017 teaching positions! Now accepting applications for positions teaching middle or high school science, physics, chemistry, and biology. First, submit your application; if you meet minimum qualifications, you will receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. To learn more about the hiring process for teaching positions, visit http://bit.ly/TeachMPS or call the Office of Human Capital at 612-668-0500. WHO WE ARE We are a diverse and dedicated team, proud to be tasked with educating more than 35,000 Minneapolis kids every year. We believe in the achievement of every student in every classroom. We are building a workforce that is equipped to provide our students with the education and resources they need to succeed by consistently investing in the growth of our employees and doing what it takes to keep and grow our talented staff. WHAT WE DO At MPS, we work collaboratively to find innovative ways to connect with every single one of our students no matter which languages they speak, or which corner of the city or the world they come from. We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff and the unique perspective each person brings to our learning community by supporting the individual needs of each student and by caring for and supporting one another as we take on new challenges every day. RESPONSIBILITIES When you teach at MPS, leading effective lessons in class is just the beginning. You’ll collaborate with other passionate educators, customize your instruction to engage students of all different abilities, find ways to both challenge and encourage young minds, and create an environment where children feel safe and respected. As an MPS teacher, you will: *Teach students standards-aligned curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving *Use a variety of assessment strategies diagnostic, formative and summative to inform instructional decisions and increase students’ ownership of their learning *Lead rigorous, inquiry-based learning tasks to engage students in deep content exploration as well as the habits of scholarship *Collaborate with peers to develop, plan and implement innovative practices based on students’ needs/abilities *Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs. *Create learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as fair for students from various cultural backgrounds, gender identities, races, ability levels, and developmental needs *Collaborate and communicate regularly with families *Apply your knowledge of the Minnesota State Standards, district graduation requirements, subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective *Work to help your school achieve the goals of your school improvement plan and the Minneapolis Public School District strategic plan *Assess own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDPLC). Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS *Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university *A valid Minnesota teaching license in Physics (9-12), Chemistry (9-12), Biology (9-12), or Science (5-8/5-12/5-9), or proof of pending licensure Desired Characteristics *Unwavering belief in the ability of all students to succeed in school *Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching, especially in an urban, multicultural education setting. *Hunger to consistently improve instructional practice, day after day and year after year *Eagerness to collaborate with other teachers and school/district leaders in innovative programs or initiatives that will support student success *Experience using formative assessments and student achievement data to reflect on and improve instructional strategies *Appreciation for diversity and ability to harness the unique strengths of students and staff *Engagement in building a positive school culture *Ability to build relationships with families and welcome them into the classroom
Special Education Teacher
TEACH SPECIAL EDUCATION IN MINNEAPOLIS Apply now to be considered for 2016-2017 teaching positions! Now accepting applications for positions working with our special education students: opportunities for teachers with EBD, LD, DCD, Resource, ABS licensure and others are available. First, submit your application; if you meet minimum qualifications, you will receive an invitation to participate in a screening interview. Candidates who pass screening will have an opportunity to apply for open positions at specific MPS schools as they become available this spring and summer. To learn more about the hiring process for teaching positions, visit http://bit.ly/TeachMPS or call the Office of Human Capital at 612-668-0500. WHO WE ARE We are a diverse and dedicated team, proud to be tasked with educating more than 35,000 Minneapolis kids every year. We believe in the achievement of every student in every classroom. We are building a workforce that is equipped to provide our students with the education and resources they need to succeed by consistently investing in the growth of our employees and doing what it takes to keep and grow our talented staff. WHAT WE DO At MPS, we work collaboratively to find innovative ways to connect with every single one of our students no matter which languages they speak, or which corner of the city or the world they come from. We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff and the unique perspective each person brings to our learning community by supporting the individual needs of each student and by caring for and supporting one another as we take on new challenges every day. RESPONSIBILITIES When you teach at MPS, leading effective lessons in class is just the beginning. You’ll collaborate with other passionate educators, customize your instruction to engage students of all different abilities, find ways to both challenge and encourage young minds, and create an environment where children feel safe and respected. As an MPS teacher, you will: *Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate academic and social skills instruction to meet those needs. *Establish and communicate developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students with students and their families *Manage students’ individual education plans and maintain appropriate due process files *Use a variety of assessment strategies diagnostic, formative and summative to inform instructional decisions and increase students’ ownership of their learning *Facilitates positive interactions between students and teachers, peers, and other adults *Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop, plan and implement innovative practices based on students’ needs/abilities *Create learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as fair for students from various cultural backgrounds, gender identities, races, ability levels, and developmental needs *Collaborate and communicate regularly with families *Apply your knowledge of the Minnesota State Standards, district graduation requirements, subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective *Work to help your school achieve the goals of your school improvement plan and the Minneapolis Public School District strategic plan *Assess own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDPLC). Participate in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS *Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university *A valid Minnesota teaching license in Learning Disabilities, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Developmental Cognitive Disabilities, Academic or Behavioral Strategist, Mild To Moderate Mentally Hdcp, Mildly Handicapped, Moderate To Severe Mentally Hdcp, or proof of pending licensure Desired Characteristics *Unwavering belief in the ability of all students to succeed in school *Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching, especially in an urban, multicultural education setting. *Hunger to consistently improve instructional practice, day after day and year after year *Eagerness to collaborate with other teachers and school/district leaders in innovative programs or initiatives that will support student success *Experience using formative assessments and student achievement data to reflect on and improve instructional strategies *Appreciation for diversity and ability to harness the unique strengths of students and staff *Engagement in building a positive school culture *Ability to build relationships with families and welcome them into the classroom
Special Education Work Based Learning Coordinator Teacher
Full-time Special Education Work Based Learning Coordinator teaching position at Forest Lake Sr. High and STEP beginning the 2016-17 school year. Job description: To provide transition services to secondary students with disabilities in the school and community environment. Application deadline: June 30, 2016 or until filled.
Teacher, Behavior Intervention
JOB SUMMARY Within federal and state law and regulations and district policy and practice: Responsible for the management of the instructional program for assigned students Responsible to establish and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning within the classroom and assist in same throughout the building Responsible for the assessment of student progress Responsible for other duties as assigned by the building principal which are necessary to fulfill the basic function of the position and are consistent with the Master Agreement