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Digital Learning Coach

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Job Summary: The Digital Learning Coach will assist in the implementation of 21st century teaching skills, curriculum development and the integration of technology into the classroom. The focus of the Digital Learning Coach is to increase the capacity of teachers to use technology and to develop curriculum that effectively integrates the use of technology in the teaching and learning process. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Teacher Classroom/Lesson Support -Support teachers across the district as they change the way that students learn through the use of technology best practices in the classroom, focusing on such elements as active engagement, inquiry, information mining, collaboration, creation and other 21st Century Skills -Plan with teachers to develop lessons, projects, or other ways to infuse technology into classrooms. -Observe use of technology in the district to gain insight on how technology is being used in classroom. -Plan and work with grade level/department PLC meetings to check in, advise, and collaborate with teachers on the use of instructional technology Professional Development & Learning -Plan and facilitate professional development for infusing technology into the classroom -District and building levels -Inservice days, summer training, new teacher week -Targeted trainings to support district implementation -Collaborate with Technology Department to provide documentation for teachers, students, and parents learning how to use instructional/classroom technologies -Collaborate with Teaching & Learning to provide support for professional development District Technology Planning and Advising -Meet regularly with the Director of Instructional Technology to assist with the implementation of District strategic direction goals related to current and future technology implementation -Collaborate with Teaching & Learning to advise teams in the articulation cycle regarding technology initiatives and opportunities -Assist and support implementation of the District instructional model -Advocate for student leadership opportunities with technology Professional Expertise -Stay up-to-date on emerging educational technologies in order to stay on the forefront of using technology for increasing student learning -Attend workshops and conferences such as TIES and ISTE depending on need as identified by the Director of Instructional Technology and the DLC team -Develop proposals to facilitate sessions at regional and national conferences -Collaborate, learn, and plan with Instructional Coaches Communication -Monitor and Moderate G+ communities for schools and special interest groups (such K-1 Collaboration in Shakopee Schools) -Monitor and post to Twitter, Pinterest, DLC blog, and other social media and communication sites -Respond to teacher requests relating to integrating technology and help move questions to the helpdesk system when technical solutions are required -Maintain the Technology Tools website to ensure that content is up-to-date

FACS Teacher

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Description: Full-Time Family and Consumer Science position available at Shakopee High School and Shakopee East Junior High School for the 16/17 school year. Job Summary: Plan, teach, and carry out all functions related to teachingFACS ina high school and junior high classroom setting.

Occupational Therapist (.6)

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POSITION SUMMARY: To evaluate children with disabilities; provide treatment and consultation services for and on behalf of children that qualify for occupational therapy services; and communicate with education personnel, parents and community agencies. School-based occupational therapy is designed to enhance the student’s ability to fully access and be successful in the learning environment. The Occupational Therapist helps students restore or maintain function, foster normal development and where feasible, prevent further disabilities through the selection of purposeful activities. The Occupational Therapist facilitates improvement of the student’s physical, emotional, sensory and/or perceptual deficits. REPORTS TO: Building Principal, Student Services Director. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Screening or evaluation of a student’s current performance in areas of concern, the modifications or attempts that have been made to solve the problems, and results of those attempts. 2. Collecting information regarding a child’s performance using various methods from multiple settings and sources determining a child’s current functional abilities in performance areas (activities of daily living, work/productive activities and play/leisure activities) as compared to the expected performance. 3. Determining a child’s current functional abilities within performance contexts, including temporal context and physical, social, and cultural environmental contexts, as compared to the expected performance. 4. Developing goals related to academic and nonacademic performance and recommend OT service delivery when educationally necessary (IEP). 5. With other members of the team, write objectives that reflect the student’s needs in the educational setting (IEP). 6.Developing an OT intervention plan. 7.Planning for and delivering OT services according to the frequency and duration listed on the IEP. Developing and implementing a plan of data collection to provide objective basis for decision making. 8.Provide intervention that enhances the child’s functional abilities. 9.Make recommendations for altering intervention plans as indicated by a child’s performance. 10. Lead meetings, conferences, and informal interactions as requested. 11. Document child’s performance, phone calls, meetings, and such in child’s OT record. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: All OTs who practice in Wisconsin, regardless of the type of setting, must be licensed by the Department of Regulation and Licensing, Occupational Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board, and practice in accordance with these rules. A combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Knowledge of: -Occupational therapy principles; -Various equipment and programs related to occupational therapy; -Child development; -Teaching and principles; -Collaboration and Counseling principles. Skill in: -Using various strategies and equipment in providing occupational therapy; -Counseling parents and teachers about the issues related to child development; -Operating a computer and applicable software; -Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Assistant Principal – East Ridge High School

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POSITION SUMMARY: Assist the building principal in performing instructional leadership and management of the educational program to maximize student learning. Assist with managing, evaluating and supervising effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, goals and strategic plan of the school district. This includes instructional programs, co-curricular activities, and student management systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations and emergency procedures. PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Assist the principal in the overall operation of the school and serve as a building instructional leader. 2. Support a school culture focused on learning and continuous improvement. 3. Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and personal responsibility. 4. Assist with developing and administering annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for all students. 5. Continually monitor student progress and outcomes. Work with staff to improve student learning and achievement. 6. Establish and maintain effective communication and public relations with staff, students, parents and community members through all programs and activities. 7. Assist in preparing and managing budget for the building, maintain accurate budgetary records as required by district policies and procedures. 8. Support creating a high performing staff through effective hiring and evaluation systems. Develop, coach, train, mentor and discipline staff as directed. 9. Ensure compliance with all laws, school board policies and school district procedures. 10. Assist with supervising the instructional programs of the school on a regular basis to ensure the use of effective instructional strategies, content and materials consistent with research on learning, student growth and development. 11. Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages staff and students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students. 12. Establish a professional rapport with students and staff. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel. Serve as a role model. 13. Participate in professional development workshops, activities and seminars. 14. Perform other duties as assigned.