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English Language Arts Teacher – Grade 6 – LTS

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Start Date:  03/11/2024
End Date:  06/07/2024

Position is for a Long Term Substitute, part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at Mahtomedi Middle School.  Salary and benefits part of Master Agreement

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a valid MN license for teaching 6th grade and Middle School English Language Arts or able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in school setting and/or previous experience working with secondary level students
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to build relationships with students, colleagues, and community
  • Excellent communication skills with students, parents and staff

Responsibilities:

  • Identify the needs of students through formal and informal assessments
  • Plan, develop and implement appropriate lessons to ensure the achievement of student growth
  • Communicate with students, parents and staff on regular basis on student progress
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies
  • Foster a community where all people are valued, respected, seen and heard
  • Inspire robust academics, critical and creative thinking and continuous personal growth
  • Create world-class learning experiences that integrate multiple perspectives
  • Update all necessary records accurately as required by laws, district policies and school regulations
  • Attend department, school and parent meetings or functions
  • Other job-related duties as assigned

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.

Administrative Assistant to the Director of Teaching and Learning

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Hours:  Mon-Fri, 261 contract days, 8 hrs/day

Position is full-time, 261 days a year. This position is part of the clerical bargaining unit and based at the District Office.  Salary and benefits pursuant to the Master Agreement including generous paid time off and holidays.

Job Summary:

As an administrative assistant, this position plays a crucial role in the support of the daily operations of the Teaching & Learning Department and ensures the smooth functioning of administrative processes at a district level.  The position supports the Director in a variety of administrative tasks to ensure both students and staff have the resources and support they need.

Primary Duties:

  • Under the direction of the Director of Teaching & Learning, assists in the preparation of monthly budget reports for accuracy and monitors expenses.  Code expenditures with accuracy including capital, personnel, staff development expenditures (meals, mileage and parking) and codes staff timesheets.
  • Prepare and receive purchase orders in the finance system, initiate orders for new curriculum-related products, track annual subscriptions and arrange professional development and conference registrations, as needed.   Collect payment from families and deposit funds accurately for applicable student experiences (ex. Young Authors Conference) Arrange and facilitate the sale of used textbooks.
  • Maintain accurate records of core curriculum resources used in all content areas.
  • Work with vendors to request samples and quotes.  Maintain accurate records of current contracts.  Serve as main resource for staff questions regarding curriculum resources
  • Access educational data and create visual presentations for District Staff Development, World’s Best Workforce, Achievement and Integration, and other reports.  Maintain department website for updates.  Coordinate civil rights data collection review district-wide, submit compiled information and resolve any errors
  • In coordination with the district data coordinator, provide support for district assessments  (ex: MCA, MTAS, ACCESS, MAP, FastBridge, CogAT) order tests and assemble school testing supplies for schools, maintain online testing calendar and refusal form, roster students and staff for assessments when applicable, and disseminate MCA reports to families.  Attend annual webinar for updates
  • Under the direction of the Director of Teaching & Learning, coordinate with St. Jude’s of the Lake regarding enrollment for special services and non-public AIDS forms in the summer.  Review monthly budgets and provide status on funds available.  Provide St. Jude enrollment information to finance and special services
  • Track home school families who apply for the State Non-Public AIDS program and maintain applicable spreadsheets and forms.  Follow up with families to ensure deadlines are met.  Collaborate with MARSS Coordinator and District Nurse to ensure appropriate documentation is maintained.   Attend quarterly meetings and relay appropriate information to the Director of Teaching & Learning.  Serve as main contact for questions from staff and families

Other duties: coordinate department meetings, (i.e.  manage calendar invites, set up rooms and arrange for resources as needed)  Provide assistance to the front desk and communications in a variety of functions.

Under the direction of the Director of Teaching & Learning, manage the list of district-wide curriculum committees and update changes on an annual basis.  Communicate summer curriculum writing with staff and coordinate follow up meetings.  Work with district staff to coordinate fall workshop schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associates Degree in related field or specialized training, and/or equivalent work experience for successful completion of the essential functions of the job
  • At least 1 year previous administrative and customer-focused work experience, in an educational setting preferred
  • Strong knowledge of budgets and basic accounting principles
  • Proficient with office software applications (e.g., Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite) experience developing newsletters, knowledge of web based applications and the ability to quickly learn new technology
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
  • Collaborative and positive attitude with the ability to work well within a team and provide support across different departments
  • Ability to work independently and with limited supervision

Mahtomedi Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Mahtomedi Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity.

Summer 2024 GAME ON Targeted Services Enrichment Instructor at Park Center (program for BMS and NVMS students)

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Position Type:
Summer Employment

Location:
Park Center Senior High

Casual Instructor-Game On Middle Level Targeted Services Programming Summer 2024

Located at Park Center Senior High for for Brooklyn and North View Middle School Students.

Hiring for these positions will start after Spring break until we have enough staff for the students enrolled. Registration for summer programs will be open until April 19 or until the max number of students are enrolled!

General Purpose of Job

We are looking for licensed teachers who will lead our summer scholars in activities that will help them to develop academically in high interest and creative lessons. We offer a structured yet informal setting to allow students to connect socially with staff and new friends and also to familiarize themselves with middle school expectations so that when school resumes in the fall they feel welcome and prepared.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Promote effective use of time, materials and set standards for student accountability,
Develop, document, and implement daily lesson plans to meet Targeted Services expectations and programming requirements,
Actively engage and supervise students during the scope of the program (classroom instruction, field trips, enrichment opportunities, lunchroom, and transitions),
Keep student related/program related records, such as attendance, programs, schedules, and others as determined by the Program Facilitator and Administration, and
Be knowledgeable of the overall mission of the district and the policies and procedures of the individual program.
Complete required attendance and continuous learning plan paperwork for the program.
Help support daily enrichment and potential summer field trips throughout the program.

Minimum qualifications include:
MN teaching license in appropriate field

Program Information:
Targeted Services programming for students entering 6-8 grade in the fall of 2024 from BMS and NVMS
Location: Park Center Senior High
June 17 through July 25 (6 Weeks of programming)

Student Hours: Monday – Thursday
9:00-3:00 Tentative 6/17-7/25, Closed June 19th and July 4th

Instructor Hours
8:30-3:30 (tentative hours that may vary based on program or schedule needs)

Job Type: Casual, summer
Salary: Per casual salary guidelines – $33/hr
Bargaining Unit: NA

Other details:
Summer Emergency Training – this will need to be required before students attend
All staff meetings – TBD in April, and/or May as needed
Program set-up and training – Week of 6/10-14 TBD with summer program administration.
Clean up day on site as needed July 26th, 2024.

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

ESP – Student Support Services – District Wide Intervention Support

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Position Type:
Support Staff/Educational Support Professionals

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by supporting students and assisting the special education teacher in the operation and function of the classroom. To work with individual or small groups of students as assigned by and under the supervision of the District’s Special Education Coordinator. This is a permanent position whose daily assignment is determined by student needs.

Responsibilities and tasks include:
Assist District Behavior Specialist with the implementation of behavioral interventions.
Support classroom teacher and ESPs in the implementation of interventions and data collection, under the direction of a District Behavior Specialist.
Observing, collecting, documenting and reporting data as requested.
Carrying out the special education needs, goals and objectives of students as communicated by the special education teacher.
Participating in IEP conferences as requested.
Insuring that vulnerable students are adequately supervised.
Using adaptive equipment correctly and safely.
Supporting students who display aggressive, abusive or inappropriate verbal and/or physical behavior as outlined on the Behavior Support Plan (BSP)
Following all district procedures and policies for maintaining a health and safe environment for students and staff
Assisting students with self-care tasks of feeding, dressing, and toileting. Lifting, moving and transitioning may be necessary for repositioning and/or functional tasks. Under the direction of a licensed school nurse or registered nurse, perform basic medical procedures to include, but not limited to: tube feedings, seizure recognition and precautions, etc.
Operating adaptive equipment (i.e., wheelchairs, augmentative communication devices, assistive technology) and insuring their safe and proper use.
Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.
Keeping all student information strictly confidential.
Communicating with appropriate personnel as dictated by Federal Education Reporting practices Act (FERPA) and district policy.
Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.
Support and mentor ESPs in areas as assigned by the District’s Special Education Coordinator.
Participate in staff team meetings when requested.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must be Highly Qualified – Applicants meet the Highly Qualified requirement if they have:
Two years of study at an institution of higher education; Minnesota’s standard; A minimum of 60 semester credits or the amount required to complete two years of full-time enrollment as determined by the institution attended OR
An Associate’s (or higher) degree; Minnesota’s standard: An AA, AS, AAS, (or higher) degree OR
Received a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment within 30 days of your start date, working in a Title I school must be Highly Qualified in accordance with MDE.
Salary: View Classification II (2) salary grid on page 4, section 2, and classification, page 5, section 2 on Educational Support Professional contract
Work schedule: 6 hours/day; 5 days/week
Job type or FTE: Part-time, school year
Bargaining unit: Educational Support Professional
Desired start date: ASAP

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Teacher – Science/Art 6 (Long Term Substitute)

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Position Type:
Teaching: Middle School/Science

Location:
Osseo Middle School

 

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Provide instruction and support in the curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate and equitable use of instructional resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district, school and/or program for which employed; maintain contact and communication with guardians/caregivers of scholars, working with them in the development of their scholar; design, deliver, and assess curriculum according to district guidelines; provide in-person, synchronous and asynchronous learning when applicable and work collaboratively with others. Willing to participate in district and building leadership activities.

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

 

Classroom Teacher Job Description -Final

 

Minimum qualifications include:

 

 

*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

 

Salary:  View salary grid on Pages 51 – 52 of the teacher’s contract Education Minnesota Osseo

 

FTE: 1.0 (Temporary approximately February 19, 2024 through May 20, 2024)

 

Bargaining unit: Education Minnesota Osseo

 

Osseo Area Schools offers:

 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

 

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

 

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

 

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Bachelor’s Degree required
MN teaching license in 5-8 Science OR K-6 Elementary Education, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*
If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.*
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

 

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

 

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

 

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Co-Leader of Learning, Teaching, and Equity (Assistant Director–Secondary)

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ABOUT SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
At Shakopee Public Schools, it’s more than an education, it’s a commitment to our students, staff and community to make a difference in the lives of each and every student, every day. Located in one of the fastest growing suburbs in the Twin Cities, Shakopee Public Schools is proud to serve the cities of Shakopee, Savage and Prior Lake, as well as Jackson, Louisville and Sand Creek townships. The district directly supports nearly 8,000 students, has 1,000+ dedicated staff members, 11+ buildings, 1.7+ million square feet of space and over 350+ acres of land, making it a truly unique community with endless opportunity. The community also passed an operating levy in 2021, allowing the district to provide additional student and operational-based support as well as competitive compensation for educators and support staff.

Description:
In partnership with the Co-Leader of Learning, Teaching, and Equity (E-5), provide leadership and oversight for the entire Department of Learning, Teaching, and Equity. Each of the two Co-Leader positions are Cabinet Level positions that report directly to the Assistant Superintendent/Superintendent.

The primary responsibility for the person in this position is to develop or improve all the systemic structures that impact the student learning experience in Shakopee Public Schools. It is the moral imperative of our school district to change until all of our systems measurably work for each and every student. Our focus must be on ensuring each member of our organization maintains high expectations and unwavering support for each of our student learners. It is also our responsibility to make sure each and every student receives high quality core instruction and develops agency when it comes to their own learning.

Job Summary:

Instructional Leadership

  • Co-lead and co-supervise all members of the Learning, Teaching & Equity (LTE) team.
  • Ensure each and every student in our district reaches their greatest individual learning potential.
  • Ensure cultural responsiveness is woven into the fabric of all actions and work being done by the LTE team.
  • Work in true collaboration with other district and building leaders.
  • Ensure the LTE team works well in true collaboration with other departments, such as Special Services, Instructional Technology, Communications, etc.
  • Represent the school district and LTE team as appropriate with members of the community, teachers, and other staff.
  • Manage and lead a highly impactful and continually improving system of student learning.
    Oversee the continued growth and development for members of the LTE team in evidence-based practices and current educational research.
  • Oversee a robust and impactful multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) replete with best practices in applying learning protocols via a timely system of intervention.
  • Manage and align resources in terms of prioritization of the district’s Vision & Priorities and LTE’s most desired outcomes.
  • Direct systems for collecting and analyzing data, by grade or content, building and district, in order to foster immediate and impactful improvement of teacher instruction, increasing student learning performance outcomes.
  • Ensure coordination of efforts between staff development, technology,  curriculum, instruction, assessment, and learning practices.
  • High degree of organization and flexibility, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, skilled at setting priorities and coordinating activities; adaptable to changes while still meeting deadlines.

 

Professional Development Leadership

  • Direct the development and implementation of a comprehensive training and educational plan that is aligned with the district Vision & Priorities.
  • Create system wide learning expectations for all training and educational programs.
  • Collaborate with other team members, principals and departments in planning professional development.
  • Support the design and delivery of new teacher and new to district induction programs.
  • Attend meetings, in-services and workshops as needed
  • Foster participation and maintain active memberships in appropriate professional organizations.

Serves as a member of the Superintendent’s Leadership Team (Cabinet)

  • Works in partnership with the other members of this team to achieve the specific outcomes contained in the district’s Vision & Priorities.
  • Assists with or leads the implementation of district-wide initiatives.
  • Participates on councils, committees and task forces representing the school, the department, and the school district.
  • Proven ability to craft and deliver effective presentations and high-quality reports, draft policies/procedures and produce publications

Budget

  • Monitor program budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances, and related financial activities to ensure that allocations are accurate, revenues are recorded, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed
  • Seeks grants for curriculum, professional development, and instruction.
  • Co-develops and monitors the Learning, Teaching & Equity budget, as well as federal budgets, in coordination with the Business Manager.
  • Approves budget expenditures related to Learning, Teaching & Equity.

Communicates with stakeholders

  • Communicates effectively.
  • Validate, affirm, build and bridge.
  • Strong conflict and problem resolution skills.

Coordinates and supervises state and federal programs in district

  •  Advises superintendent and other administrators regarding academic standards requirements, federal and state academic mandates, assessment requirements, and related policies and procedures impacting the district. Examples include American Indian Education, gifted and talented programming, nonpublic schools, homeless programming, professional development and teacher licensing.

WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS:

Education/Certification Requirement:

  • Master’s Degree, or learning/experience equivalent, in educational leadership or a related field
  • Administrative license and/or Specialist Certificate preferred.

Experience:

  • Teaching experience, preferably in grades 6-12.
  • Administrative/leadership experience, preferably in grades 6-12.

Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work:

  • Demonstrated leadership in building quality systems and programs designed to provide each and every student with opportunities to engage in high quality learning opportunities.
  • Demonstrated leadership in providing oversight to educational systems that ensure each and every student receives a quality assessment that fosters agency and self-directed learning.
  • Knowledge of evidence based practices and up-to-date research findings.
  • Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation research.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments.
  • Keen awareness of culturally responsive practices and a demonstrated ability to effectively incorporate equity into decisions and actions.
  • Ability to lead and coach the adult members of the LTE team to consistently higher levels of performance over time.
  • Ability to effectively plan and direct annual district-wide learning plans and implementation efforts.
  • Ability to analyze assessment measures to improve future learning outcomes with a continued focus on improving educational outcomes for each and every learner.
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal/national learning standards.
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal policy and laws relating to education.
  • Knowledge of all learning programs typically found in a suburban Minnesota school district.

Application Procedure:
Apply Online at http://www.applitrack.com/shakopee/onlineapp/ under posting 5885.

Selection Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.  Those selected for interview will be contacted.

Shakopee School District uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.