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Information Technology Specialist

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GENERAL PURPOSE:

To provide computer and technical support to the school and ensure all technology needs are met which includes making sure programs are running efficiently and safely.

 

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Minimum Education: Associate’s degree in an information technology related field

·        Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in an information technology related field

·        Minimum of 4 years prior Information Technology experience required

·        Prior experience supporting, implementing and/or administering networks

·        Knowledge of state/national testing procedures and proper set-up

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Excellent organization skills

 

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Implementation, support and inventory control of applications used

·        Upgrades, installs and troubleshoots networks, networking hardware devices and software

·        Maintains inventory of equipment and parts as well as documentation of vendor activities

·        Develops and documents system standards for computer and network devices

·        Develops and implements the most efficient and cost-effective solutions

·        Evaluates system specifications for business requirements

·        Develops and prepares computer solutions

·        Works closely with Superintendent and the CEO to prioritize goals and information needs

·        Efficiently identifies and solves project issues

·        Strong organizational, presentation and customer service skills required

·        Follows other duties as assigned senior administration

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

·        Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

·        Maintains strong attention to detail in high-pressure situations

·        Solid understanding of Noble Academy’s practices with fundamental understanding of project management methodology

·        Requires excellent computer skills

·        Effective problem-solving, analytical and time management skills

·        Works well both alone and/or in a team setting

·        Ability to work under little or no supervision

·        Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner.

·        Excellent team player skills with positive attitude.

·        Ability to maintain a calm presence in an emergency.

·        Ability to think clearly in any situation, determines priorities, and handles multiple tasks.

·        Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly.

·        Experience with TestNav/MCA-II/NWEA/MAP/WIDA Testing procedures and setup.

·        Operational knowledge of Windows 10 and Office 2007/2016 suites.

·        Experience with Smart Notebook software, Smart Panels and other interactive white boards.

·        Operational knowledge of Windows Server 2012/2016/2019 and Google Gsuite/Office 365 usage and upkeep

·        Knowledge of IP Security Camera systems and management.

·        Ability to troubleshoot desktop, server, and network issues in a timely manner.

·        Ability to setup and configure Windows Domain services and Active Directory.

·        Ability to adjust to educational roles according to building needs.

·        Knowledge of Apple School Manager (ASM), Mosyle and other Mobile Device Management (MDM).

·        Knowledge of Cisco Meraki Network devices

·        Experience with Technology Risk Management and District Wide Security Mitigation Planning

 

 

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

 

 

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.

School Social Worker

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GENERAL PURPOSE:

To assist students of all diverse backgrounds with academic learning by providing strategic services that identify and address potential mental health issues. Working with parents/guardians, teachers, school administrators, and community based resources, the school social worker implements strategies that promote a positive educational process for all students.

 

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Valid MN credential authorizing pupil personnel services as a school social worker (K-12).

·        Masters degree in counseling or social work or related field such as psychology.

·        Evidence in-depth knowledge of special education programs

·        In-depth experience working with individuals with exceptional needs

 

 

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Provides psycho-social assessment and diagnosis of behavioral disabilities with recommendations and/or environmental manipulations at the school, home and/or in the community with periodic reevaluations

·        Identifies and assess academic problems through analysis of factors impinging on student adjustment

·        Serves as a liaison between families and the school to positively promote collaborative processes in educational planning for students by encouraging parent/guardian participation in the school setting

·        Determines and implements appropriate therapeutic strategies to effect changes in behavioral-social interactions of students with potential mental health issues

·        Provides individual and group therapeutic counseling to students and their families

·        Develop interventions for promoting students’ academic success

·        Provides social work case management for students with mental health issues

·        Serves as liaison with community agencies and assists in fostering communication between schools, parents/guardians, and community leaders

 

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

·        Understanding of the early onset of mental health signs and/or symptoms

·        Knowledge of current state law/regulations regarding school proficiency standards

·        Leadership skills in working with individuals and groups

·        Ability to counsel students, parents, staff and lay persons individually and in groups

·        Skills in conducting effective meetings and conferences

·        Skills in socio-environmental analysis and diagnosis on problem students

·        Knowledge of community resources

·        Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner

·        Excellent team player skills with positive attitude

·        Ability to think clearly in any situation, determine priorities, and handle multiple tasks

·        Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly

 

 

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.

 

 

 

Marketing-Recruitment Specialist (Karen)

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GENERAL PURPOSE:

 

The Marketing/Recruitment Specialist will be an integral part of a school wide approach that will ensure academic success for all students and support the reputation and growth of the district. The Marketing/Recruitment Specialist will assist the school with overall marketing efforts that includes the development and execution of marketing plans to reach families and communities.

 

Professional Responsibilities:

·       Serves as the point person for student recruitment and enrollment

·       Keeps fully informed and knowledgeable about district programs

·       Promotes the district by sharing its mission, highlighting district programs and features, district achievements, and news about the district.

·       Responsible for going door-to-door and to businesses to proactively engage parents in discussions involving school options and student enrollment

·       Utilizing bilingual abilities, involve families in participation of events that assist parents with decisions to become a part of the district

·       Arranges visits and tours for prospective students and parents

·       Coordinates parent orientation meetings with appropriate district personnel

·       Maintains and updates current record of student enrollment

·       Collects and organizes all required documents for enrollments and follow-up with missing information and documents

·       Perform other duties as required by senior administration

 

 

Qualifications:

·       A minimum of a High School degree or two years of college level education is preferred

·       Must possess a valid MN driver’s license

·       Understand class and cultural backgrounds of families and how to interpret culture of school to them

·       Thinks and acts in ways that respect ethnic, cultural and language diversity

·       Communicates successfully with families, administrators and students

·       Displays interpersonal and organizational skills

·       Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of programs including Word and Excel

·       Must read, write and speak proficiently in Karen and English

 

 

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

 

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status

School Nurse

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GENERAL PURPOSE:

To enhance the educational process of students by maximizing their health and well-being, modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning, and promoting an optimal level of wellness. To provide preventive health services to facilitate the students’ optimal physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development. Identifies problems and provides services as case findings, health education, referring and care in order to help prevent serious health problems. Supports the education process by working to assure the health of all students.  Follows state and local health practice statutes, district policies, and administrative guidelines.

 

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minnesota School Nurse License or meets qualifications to obtain license through MDE

Registered Nurse in Minnesota

Must be certified in CPR

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

·        Knowledge of principles and practices underlying professional health care

·        Knowledge of current trends and literature in the field of school health

·        Knowledge and previous experience with organization and administration of office environment as well as administering student medicine

·        Knowledge of state and local laws relating to health and social issues

·        Effectively present information and respond to questions from students, staff, parents, and the general public

·        Must have the ability to make decisions on their own

·        Demonstrates a genuine interest in the student population and its health needs

·        Must be a self-starter and be self-motivated

·        Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and other professionals

·        Effectively and professionally communicate in both written and oral format

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Maintains and updates student attendance and health records

·        Conducts or assists in the conducting of vision and hearing screenings

·        Performs health screenings and assessments for students and students referred for suspected health problems

o   Obtains a health history

o   Screens and evaluates findings as indicated during screenings

·        Supervises prescribed medical treatments and medication administration according to School Board policy

·        Provides assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management, and referral for appropriate medical care of students with acute/chronic health conditions and in emergency situations

·        Coordinates the provision of first aid supplies

·        Assists in the development and implementation of a student health plan, when necessary

o   Interprets the health status of students to parents and school personnel

o   Provides ongoing health counseling with students, parents, school personnel or health agencies

o   Utilizes existing health resources to provide appropriate care of students

·        Maintains, evaluates and interprets cumulative health data to accommodate individual needs

·        Plans and implements school health management protocols

·        Coordinates school and community health activities and serves as a liaison health professional between the home, school and community

·        Acts as a resource person in promoting health

·        Responsible for student withdrawals (updating, maintaining and submitting student records)

·        Follows additional duties as assigned by the senior administration

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

·        Sitting and possibly standing for long periods of time

·        Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and moving objects of up to 10 pounds

·        Occasional climbing, reaching, kneeling, and crouching

 

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.

 

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

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GENERAL PURPOSE: To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn.

 

 

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

·         A valid Minnesota teaching license, certificate, or other legal credentials required for level of assignment

·         Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development

·         Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, and as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective

·         Data driven

·         Ability to adapt to change in a positive, professional and proactive manner

 

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Acquires knowledge of the school’s academic programs and expectations/goals; works to support and achieve those goals

·         Establishes developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for self and students; communicates them to students and their families

·         Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair; selects, adapts and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills

·         Teaches students the required curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving

·         Collaborates and communicates regularly with families in making educational decisions and uses family and community resources to support learning

·         Assesses student developmental, cognitive, and social needs, and provides developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs

·         Regularly assesses student learning by using multiple forms of assessment

·         Facilitates positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers, and student and other adults

·         Models learning and behaviors consistent with the expectations for students

·         Assesses own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDP)

·         Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development

·         Collaborates with peers to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students

·         Participates in site-based management and shared decision-making

·         Always keeps the students’ needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision-making

·         Demonstrates competence in the school’s standards of effective instruction

·         Tracks student attendance and maintains records for school administration and records behavior problems and discipline actions

·         Has a working knowledge of and implements the Minnesota State Standards

·         Participates in all school/family events beyond the school day

·         Develops guidelines for safety and the school day classroom behavior; ensures students follow them

·         Organizes desks, bulletin boards, classroom materials, computer stations and other classroom displays as directed by the senior administration

·         Teaches subjects to students, tracks assignments, grades tests, and assigns homework regularly

·         Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning

·         Participates in all staff development as scheduled

·         Maintains consistencies in instructional programs and other academic decisions made by shared leadership of the staff and the senior administration

·         Follows other duties as assigned by the senior administration

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

·         Assists the senior administration with marketing the school through the use of banners, flyers, brochures, signs, fundraising events, etc. as needed

·         Ability and willingness to keep records and office space organized and easily accessible

·         Considerable ability to follow through in a timely manner

·         Considerable knowledge of and ability to perform classroom management skills, practices and relationship building

·         Considerable skills in teaching others to safely operate office machines and equipment

·         Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to members of the public, the community, the staff, the students, and the administration

·         Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner

·         Excellent team player skills with positive attitude

·         Ability to maintain a calm presence in an emergency

·         Ability to think clearly in any situation, determine priorities, and handle multiple tasks

·         Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly

·         Willingness to show initiative in problem solving and team goal achievements

 

 

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.

 

Physical Education Teacher

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GENERAL PURPOSE:

Assumes professional responsibility for providing learning experiences in physical education and supervision of students in a supportive and positive climate by using approved curricula, materials, and directives of the school.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have appropriate MN teaching license or other legal credentials required for assignment
·        Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education is desirable

·        Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development.

·        Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, and as well as students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective

·        Data driven

 

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Establishes developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for self and students; communicates them to students and their families

·        Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair; selects, adapts and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills

·        Teaches students the required curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving

·        Collaborates and communicates regularly with families in making educational decisions and uses family and community resources to support learning

·        Assesses student developmental, cognitive, and social needs, and provides developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs

·        Regularly assesses student learning by using multiple forms of assessment

·        Facilitates positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers, and student and other adults

·        Models learning and behaviors consistent with the expectations for students

·        Assesses own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDP)

·        Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development

·        Collaborates with peers to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students

·        Participates in site-based management and shared decision-making

·        Always keeps the students’ needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision-making

·        Demonstrates competence in the school’s standards of effective instruction

·        Has a working knowledge of and implements the Minnesota State Standards

·        Participates in all school/family events beyond the school day

·        Develops guidelines for safety and the school day classroom behavior; ensures students follow them

·        Organizes desks, bulletin boards, classroom materials, computer stations and other classroom displays as directed by the senior administration

·        Teaches subjects to students, tracks assignments, grades tests, and assigns homework regularly

·        Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning

·        Participates in all staff development as scheduled

·        Maintains consistencies in instructional programs and other academic decisions made by shared leadership of the staff and the senior administration

·        Follows other duties as assigned by the senior administration

 

 

 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

·        Assists the senior administration with marketing the school through the use of banners, flyers, brochures, signs, fundraising events, etc. as needed

·        Ability and willingness to keep records and office space organized and easily accessible

·        Considerable ability to follow through in a timely manner

·        Considerable knowledge of and ability to perform classroom management skills, practices and relationship building

·        Considerable skills in teaching others to safely operate office machines and equipment

·        Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to members of the public, the community, the staff, the students, and the administration

·        Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner

·        Excellent team player skills with positive attitude

·        Ability to maintain a calm presence in an emergency

·        Ability to think clearly in any situation, determine priorities, and handle multiple tasks

·        Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly

·        Willingness to show initiative in problem solving and team goal achievements

 

 

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

 

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color,

creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected

statuses.