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GRADE 6- ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER
CENTENNINAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, district’s high school graduation rate of 94.7% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.

Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, with 78% of them holding a master’s degree.

A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent”, and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER
1.0 FTE – Centennial Middle School          – Starting August 21, 2023.
183 Workdays                 7:25 AM – 3:25 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a valid language arts teaching license in the State of Minnesota.
Teachers must be able to demonstrate the highest commitment to student achievement and effective development.
Teachers must have the willingness to adapt to becoming part of a total school effort in educating our students.
Teachers must have a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with other staff members, students and parents in providing and promoting positive relationships.
Teachers must be of the highest integrity with a strong commitment to modeling excellence in all aspects of the teacher/student/parent relationships.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

WAGES:
Candidates will be placed on the teacher contract and will receive benefits according to the CEA
contract.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Internal and external Applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications process. Applications accepted and position open until filled and posting is removed.

Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

2023-2024 School Year

Position is full-time, part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at the Middle School.  Salary and benefits part of Master Agreement

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a valid MN K-12 Music or Instrumental and Classroom Music License or able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Qualifications:

• Ability to provide instruction to variety of students.
• Proven success building students interest in band/music programs to meet the needs of the students.
• Experience in school setting and/or previous experience working with children
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues, community and students
• 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.