Minnesota Association of School Administrators
Forest Lake Area Schools is seeking a Family and Consumer Science Teacher for the upcoming
school year. Courses related to child development, personal finance, and family dynamics are offered
by the FACS dept. The HS Program offers a successful “playschool” experience as part of coursework.
Position Type:
Administration-Licensed/Director
Location:
Educational Service Center
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. The Assistant Director will support the achievement of our mission by providing system level, equity-centered, strategic leadership in the areas of research, program evaluation, and staff development. Oversee and provide direction for operations, assessment, research, analysis, interpretation, and reporting to support the planning and evaluation of programs in the district. Help leaders improve student achievement indicators and success. Build organizational capacity in the use of data to help improve student achievement. Review, assess, and coordinate any necessary action related to the district continuous improvement processes.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Develop and implement curriculum, instruction and educational standards.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
Coordinate ongoing review of district curriculum, programs and services to assess effectiveness and alignment with the strategic plan.
Facilitate curriculum development that aligns with the district plan for school improvement.
Develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum for improvement of instruction to produce equitable student achievement.
Ensure an equity lens in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and professional development by collaborating with others in the teaching and learning department and other interested parties.
Research new programs, practices, or strategies that will benefit the teaching and learning process and implement for continuous improvement.
Develop and communicate requirements for each phase of the program improvement process and assure implementation.
Coordinate program needs and services with other district divisions and departments.
Collaborating with school administrators to review achievement data and support improvement efforts with a focus on ensuring a strong Minnesota MTSS framework is established across all sites.
Direct establishment of standards for new course proposals and manage the new course approval process.
Supervise implementation of the program improvement process, including implementation of advisory teams, and other work groups.
Advise the Director of Learning and Achievement regarding issues and communication needs related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, research, data and the Minnesota Academic Standards.
Establish mechanisms for communication related to curriculum, instruction, educational standards, research and data use for staff, students, and community members.
Design, communicate, evaluate, and annually revise a comprehensive plan for implementation of the Minnesota Academic Standards.
Design and facilitate processes related to the Minnesota Academic Standards, including the District Parent Advisory Council.
Develop and distribute communication tools and documents related to the Minnesota Academic Standards.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Ensure accountability and appropriate resource allocation.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
Coordinate, allocate and monitor department budgets.
Annually recommend allocation of program improvement funds to the Director of Learning and Achievement
Recommend for employment, and coordinate hiring licensed and non-licensed staff ensuring alignment to our district goals of recruitment and retention.
Supervise coordinators within the department.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Plan, prepare and implement professional development.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
Supervise the planning and development of program improvement in all areas of data, curriculum and instruction.
Initiate and direct professional development activities in order to bring about increases in the competencies of instructional personnel.
Coordinate coherent, differentiated professional learning opportunities for all staff, including, but not limited to Learning and Achievement staff, Site Leaders, teachers and education support professionals (ESPs).
Through collaboration with coordinators, ensure consistency and professional learning opportunities for staff in all departments.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Initiate and maintain effective communication with system, site and community members.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
Establish mechanisms for communication related to curriculum, assessment, and accountability for staff, students, and community members.
Initiate and maintain relationships with other districts, professional organizations, and the State in relation to curriculum, assessment, and accountability.
Maintain and promote open communication and collaboration with all segments of the school community.
Respond to individuals with questions or concerns.
Keep school administration, staff, and community members informed of the accomplishments, improvement areas and the needs of schools and programs.
Translate data analysis into language that staff, parents, and community members can understand.
Collaborate with staff, community, and the Minnesota Department of Education on problems and issues of mutual interest.
Serve on district, state, and professional committees as appointed.
Present at school board meetings and work sessions.
Develop and disseminate information to the public through the district Vision Cards, written reports, presentations, graphic organizers, infographics, and other means.
Respond to an external request for curriculum, assessment or program information.
Coordinate responses to external requests for data, including civil rights data collection.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Lead on-going collaboration to improve student learning.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
Collaborate and provide leadership for projects that integrate various district departments and/or outside agencies. This includes committees, joint work groups, and action teams.
Provide leadership for collaboration among Learning and Achievement staff members to develop and implement a coherent curriculum and related professional learning opportunities.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Other duties as assigned.
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:
Perform other duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:
Knowledge of the mission, core values, and strategies of Osseo Area Schools.
Knowledge of programmatic improvement processes including research, development, and evaluation.
Knowledge of laws, state mandates, regulations and procedures related to areas of responsibility.
Understanding of culturally responsive administrative and teaching practices.
Knowledge and understanding of budgeting and revenue sources and ability to recommend budgets based on system needs.
Ability to collect, organize and report data required by the Minnesota Department of Education.
Minimum qualifications include:
Master’s degree in educational field and/or cognitive science or related field.
Minnesota K-12 principal license required within one year from date of hire.
Significant experience serving in district or building leadership position(s). Prior administrator/principal experience and/or prior experience in curriculum, assessment and accountability is preferred.
Two years supervisory experience required. Five years of supervisory experience preferred.
Skilled in:
The attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self-directed, responsible, problem solver and skilled communicator.
The ability to examine new approaches and methods, initiate action and render recommendations.
The ability to involve others in planning, decision-making and continuous improvement.
The ability to lead and encourage a team of individuals to reach established strategic objectives.
The ability to work effectively with parents, community groups in diverse local, regional and state agencies.
Salary Range: $124,531 – $144,366
Bargaining unit: Directors and Confidential Managers
Desired start date: July 1, 2025
Osseo Area Schools offers:
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
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, color, creed, sex, gender identity, color, marital status, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, 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 Process 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.
POSITION SUMMARY:Plans, directs, and controls activities to achieve or exceed objectives in assigned areas of responsibility, including Special Education and Student Support Services.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
Program Development:
Staff Development:
Personal Development:
Public Relations Development:
Position Type:
TEACHER – ISD 279 CONTINUING CONTRACT ONLY
Location:
Educational Service Center
L&A SDAS – SECONDARY
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. Develop, deliver, and assess differentiated job-embedded professional development for individuals, grade levels, departments, buildings, and district; build capacity in staff to meet system-wide and local school initiatives to ensure equitable student achievement gains; foster development and growth of professional learning communities and individuals; support and implement district, school, program and department goals and objectives; support department leaders implement program improvement plans within grade band, curriculum, or program area of responsibility; initiate and sustain collaboration within and across departments, programs, and buildings to improve scholar achievement; make appropriate and equitable use of resources and technologies; participating in leadership activities; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and support when applicable; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district and department at the discretion of the supervisor. The SDAS supports the Coordinator of Learning and Achievement to implement the Continuous Program Improvement Process for program area(s) within their grade band of responsibility.
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.
Staff Development Assessment Specialist (SDAS)
Minimum qualifications include:
Bachelor’s Degree required.
MN teaching license in appropriate field.
Demonstrated leadership experience with adults.
*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License
Preferred qualifications include:
Master’s Degree preferred.
Previous experience in district level curriculum work preferred.
11 or more years of teaching experience preferred.
Bargaining unit: Teachers
Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page
FTE: 1.0 – 191 work days
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.re reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Position Type:
Administrative Assistant/Clerical/Resource Manager
Date Posted:
6/3/2025
Location:
Birch Grove Elementary
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 by providing specialized clerical and technical duties related to the assignment or placement, as well as related responsibilities requiring creative solutions to specialized site/department needs. Answer correspondence and assemble highly confidential and sensitive information. Interact with a diverse group of external customers as well as internal contacts at all levels of the organization. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize and carry out a diversified workload, and make recommendations for changes in office practices or procedures.
Responsibilities and tasks include:
Customer Service:
Delivering customer service that embodies the District mission.
Assisting site/department leaders with communications.
Acting as a liaison between parent(s), student(s), guardian(s), community and site/department staff.
Communicating and coordinating services with internal and external vendors to ensure adequate service to our school system.
General Office:Delivering support for multiple site, departmental and/or program initiatives.
Performing general office duties such as typing, filing, copying, faxing.
Scheduling and preparing materials, rooms and sites for meetings, events and/or conferences.
Creating, updating and maintaining handbooks and manuals.
Ordering supplies and tracking inventory (general office and equipment).
Verifying and processing vendor invoices.
Processing monetary deposits and/or refunds as needed.
Attending meetings and recording meeting minutes as requested.
Developing and distributing communications to site/department, and internal and/or external vendors.
Maintaining site, department and/or supervisor’s calendar.
Records:Scanning and/or retrieving information located on the system’s network.
Creating and/or entering data into spreadsheets and/or databases.
Preparing and maintaining records (staff and student records).
Maintaining and updating records for site/department.
Creating, updating and maintaining handbooks and manuals.
Coordinating name badge renewal for site/department.
Organizational Management:Providing work direction for special projects/assignments.
Assisting with staffing database input.
Maintaining records on staff absences.
Assisting with the interviewing process with applicants and supervisors.
Health and Safety:Assisting and coordinating with Human Resources the access rights to site/building systems.
Maintaining and distributing emergency call lists.
Issuing leave/appointment passes/partial absence slips to students.
Maintaining a safe environment for students.
Supervising students at lunch and recess as needed.
Facilitating communication between site/department leaders/staff to alert about emergency situations.
Coordinating and monitoring drills and evacuations.
Organizing the bus safety program
Performing other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Minimum qualifications include: High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Understanding of data entry concepts.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and database management software and word processing skills.
Fundamentals of general office and general administrative procedures and operational requirements.
Understanding of office equipment and typical productivity software, databases or customized systems/applications.
Knowledge of basic record retention, record/file/database maintenance requirements.
Understanding of data privacy requirements, laws and rules as it pertains to job assignments.
Skilled in:The attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self-directed, responsible, problem solver and skilled communicator.
The ability to collaboratively solve problems.
The ability to work in an organized, efficient, and process-oriented manner.
The ability to apply and follow record keeping procedures and protocols to maintain and process data.
The ability to perform work assignments requiring attention to detail, confidentiality, precision and accuracy in accordance with set deadlines.
The ability to perform assigned functions with minimal direction in accordance with established set departmental operations.
Salary: View salary grid on Page 5, Section 1, and Classification IVA, Pages 6 – 7, Section 3 of the Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs) contract
Work schedule: 4 hrs/day, 219 days per year
Bargaining unit: Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs)
Desired start date: ASAP
Osseo Area Schools offers:
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
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.
Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Coordinator
Location:
Osseo Senior High
Closing Date:
until filled
Job Summary: Under the direction of district administrators and building principals, the District Activities Coordinator is responsible to lead comprehensive planning, implementation, and evaluation of the student activities program in the secondary schools. Duties include administering federal, state, and local policies; managing the activities budget in accordance with district guidelines; supervising coaching and support staff; arranging logistics associated with facility use, transportation, and events; managing data; communicating with stakeholders; and coordinating district practices and procedures.
Program Oversight: Coordinate comprehensive planning, implementation and evaluation of district and building level extra-curricular/co-curricular athletics and activities at the secondary level.Coordinate common practice with other Activities Coordinators.
Implement MN State High School League rules, district policy, building procedures and all applicable federal and state rules.
Analyze data regarding activities programs and develop recommendations for improvement.
Attend events.
Supervise student and audience conduct at events.
Facilities, Equipment, Supplies Management: Develop systems and procedures for effective and efficient utilization of district and building facilities, equipment, and supplies.Administer District Policy 902 – Use of School District Facilities and Equipment. Determine school sponsored practice, game, and tournament schedules, complete facility use permit request forms for scheduling all after-school, evening, week-end, summer, and holiday use, and submit to Community Education for district-wide scheduling.
Determine schedules for facility use and evaluate need for repair and maintenance.
Initiate requisitions for supplies and equipment.
Manage the maintenance and storage of all equipment.
Coordinate arrangements for all regular and tournament activities including schedules, facilities, officials, security, support staff, and transportation.
Personnel: Supervise and direct the work of equipment manager, coaches, assistant coaches, program secretary, ticket takers, event supervisors and all related personnel.Recommend the selection, suspension, discharge, transfer, and discipline of all program staff.
Implement appropriate employment procedures as determined by the Human Resources Department.
Evaluate all program staff; promote their professional growth and development.
Train program personnel in relevant topics including district policies and MSHSL rules.
Arrange for game officials and trainers.
Coordinate event security.
Fiscal Management: Develop and administer the district activities/athletic budget.
Ensure adherence to fiscal accountability practices established by the business office for all financial transactions.
Monitor and evaluate revenue and expenditures; Develop recommendations for budgetary adjustments.
Coordinate purchase of supplies and equipment among buildings to ensure purchasing efficiency.
Maintain financial records.
Prepare periodic and annual financial reports.
Monitor all fundraising activities including booster club activities.
Record Keeping/Data Management: Develop systems and procedures for effective and efficient collection, analysis, and dissemination of financial and programmatic data.Implement all necessary data and reporting functions.
Collect and disseminate as necessary all records, reports, and data related to the activities program including MSHSL eligibility data, student participation fees, gate receipts, transportation, awards, and participant files.
Develop written records documenting current rules, regulations, expectations for program staff and other items necessary for program coordination among secondary schools.
Ensure continuous improvement of data management systems and procedures.
Communication: Establish effective relationships with stakeholder groups including students, parents/guardians, community groups, district staff, league officials, and other school districts.Coordinate activities with the local athletic conference.
Represent District 279 at conference, region, and state events.
Collaborate with building administrative team and serve on building/district committees as needed.
Disseminate publicity information to stakeholder groups and media.
Ensure effective communication with District 279 Community Education Department.
Provide leadership to coaching staff which results in effective communication to parents/guardians and effective conflict resolution.
Qualifications: Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred.
Contract Group: Management Personnel I-M
Benefits: According to contract
Salary: View salary grids on Pages 3 – 4, Section 1. of the Management Personnel I-M agreement
Job type: Full-time, Exempt
Bargaining unit: Management Personnel I-M
Osseo Area Schools offers:Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
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 Process 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.