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Student Assistance Counselor – Maple Grove Senior High

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Student Assistance Counselor – Maple Grove Senior High (Job ID: 25639)

Description:  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.

Job Summary:  To provide prevention and intervention services for students exhibiting high risk behaviors and their families in the areas of chemical abuse, truancy, and other acting out behaviors.

Illustrated Duties:

  1. Work with building administration and counselors to identify students exhibiting high risk behaviors (i.e.
  2. chemical use, truancy, discipline issues, family concerns, runaway, anxiety, depression).
  3. Conduct chemical pre-assessments with students as appropriate.
  4. Participate in building student assistance teams.
  5. Meet with students referred by building student assistance teams.
  6. Provide one-to-one counseling and support groups for students as time permits.
  7. Provide family consultation and support as necessary.
  8. Collaborate with community agencies to provide services to students and their families.
  9. Develop and/or implement prevention programs such as peer leadership groups, peer tutoring, mentor programs, etc. as time permits.
  10. Other duties as assigned by principal.

Assistant Football Coach

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ASSISTANT FOOTBALL COACH

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.

POSITION:
Assistant Football Coach – Beginning August 15, 2022
15 weeks                         Start: 3:15 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:
Support the head coach in creating a positive and competitively balanced football program. Work within the system of the program, for the betterment of the individuals and the program as a whole with specific coaching of proper and safe techniques and tactics of the game of football. Take part in all peripheral aspects of the program, including scouting, booster functions, banquets, etc. Work with head coach in evaluation of student-athlete performance and capabilities. Other duties as assigned by head coach or director of athletics and activities.

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred.
• Previous and positive experience as head or assistance coach at the high school level
• Solid understanding of the technical and tactical aspects of coaching football
• Knowledge of program needs and goals.
• Ability to work with all levels of skill and abilities
• Ability to follow directions and guidance of the head coach and other coaches on staff as applicable
• Strong levels of integrity and moral compass
• Adherence to conference, state, and school district policies and bylaws

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All applicants must apply on our web site at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the
upper right of the page to begin the application process. Applications must be received by
Tuesday August 2, 2022 or until filled.

CURRENT CENTENNIAL EMPLOYEES FORWARD ALL APPLICATION
MATERIALS TO:
Matt St. Martin
Activities Director
High School
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014

Assistant Varsity Girls Tennis Coach

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VARSITY ASSISTANT GIRLS TENNIS COACH

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.

POSITION:
Assistant Girls Tennis Coach – $3,560 – Beginning as soon as possible
– 11 weeks             Starts at 3:00 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School graduate, Bachelors preferred
• Previous tennis coaching experience at the club, high school, or collegiate level
• Must possess and display excellent human relations skills when dealing with students, staff and community.

Responsibilities:
• Provide support to coach tennis team and participate in various tennis tournaments.
• Train and counsel students to improve physical, social and intellectual behavior of all students.
• Administer and evaluate team physical talent through quality coaching and teaching teamwork principles.
• Plan and administer a variety of training sessions for team members through proper planning.
• Provide professional training to student team members and participate in various competitive games.
• Assist in maintaining and evaluating all of equipment inventories and provide regular updates.
Ensure that team members and matches are in compliance with MSHSL and Centennial School District policies and procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All applicants must apply on our web site at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the
upper right of the page to begin the application process. Applications must be received by
Friday, July 29, 2022 or until filled.

Send application materials to:
Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

Lead Administrative Assistant- Athletics and Activities

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LEAD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Athletics and Activities

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.

Position: Lead Administrative Assistant – Athletics and Activities
Work Schedule: Full-time (8 hrs/day) – 12-months/year
Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Required Qualifications:
• High School graduate or equivalent and one to three years experience in office capacity.
• Must possess and display excellent human relations skills when dealing with students, staff and community.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, ability to write reports and correspondence, ability to speak effectively and interact positively with staff, students, parents, community and vendors.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form. Ability to problem solve situations as they arise involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Proficiency with computers and other digital devices, including related software and applicable apps.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Responsibilities:
Performs multiple administrative assistant functions simultaneously such as the following:
• Work with the Director of Athletics and Activities Director regularly to assist with organizing and implementing all Centennial High School athletic and activity programming
• Assists with planning and reserving of practices and competitions spaces with various district facilities and scheduling partners
• Recruiting and organizing event worker staff (Ticketing, supervision, announcing, etc.)
• Manages district bus and van use schedule for team transportation
• Assisting with some set up and take down for events
• Organizing and preparing digital ticketing platform for regular season and post-season competitions
• Assists in managing athletic and activity budgets
• Assists with individual and team awards for end of season banquets
• Assists in communication with coaches on daily and seasonal needs
• Communication with coaches, advisors, district staff, coaches, and community regarding online registration for athletics and activities
• Works with office staff to cover additional needs for the school
• Works with conference, section and state for activity needs.
• Works with the business office and district office to report data needed for conference, state, and Centennial School Board purposes
• Assists coaches with ordering of necessary equipment and supplies
• Other duties may be assigned.

WAGES/BENEFITS:
As per the current Administrative Assistant/Clerical master agreement. Starting at $20.60, based on experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Internal and external applicants should apply through our district website, www.isd12.org/employment. Applications must be received by Thursday, July 28, 2022.
Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist
Centennial School District #12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014

Special Education Teacher

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Special Education Teacher

Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience that empowers scholars with the knowledge, character, and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.

Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Northrop seeks a K-4 Special Education teacher and teammate for the 2022-2023 school year.

Job Description

Every Northrop teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. Hiawatha teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and inspiring learning environment for their students. The Special Education teacher will provide instruction to students with identified special education needs and strategically support the general education staff with implementation of Individualized Education Plans.

The Special Education Teacher will work under the guidance of the Dean of Specialized Instruction and Instructional Leadership Team and in close collaboration with the rest of the Special Education Team, the Dean of Students, classroom teachers, and advisors.

Candidates selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities for the position.

Responsibilities

Instructional Planning and Implementation

Utilize curriculum to develop and implement standards-based lesson plans that include an understanding and modeling of independent thinking skills, creative problem-solving, and evidence-based reasoning, differentiating and scaffolding as needed
Implement assessments that are aligned with daily, weekly, and unit objectives
Use data to adjust short- and long-term plans in order to meet students’ learning needs

 

Learning and Development

Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and student achievement; reflect on instructional practices to meet individual professional development goals
Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and community meetings

 

School and Classroom Culture

Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based in trust and regular communication; collaborate and communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior
Establish and maintain high expectations and routines for academic work and classroom behavior
Establish and reinforce expectations and accountability structures to maintain a positive, focused classroom

 

Support students with Identified Special Needs

Write, implement, and track the goals for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Assist in the initial and three year re-evaluation of students to determine qualifications and need for special education services including conducting achievement testing, data collection, observations, interviews, and completing functional behavior assessments
Provide direct academic and behavioral instruction and support for students with learning needs in the general education classroom
Provide individual and group support for the development of social/emotional skills
Work closely with other members of the Student Support Team (Dean of Students, ELD teacher(s), paraprofessional(s), and school and network administration) and general education staff to ensure high quality service is being provided for identified students
Maintain compliant special education records

 

Additional Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems
Actively attend to supervision duties and contribute positively to a collaborative school environment

 

The Special Education Teacher role must demonstrate knowledge of and support Hiawatha Academies’ mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

 

Hiawatha Employment Logistics

Northrop students’ school day is from 7:25am-3:00pm, Monday-Thursday and 7:25am-1:15pm on Friday.
Staff must be present from 7:00am-3:15pm, Monday-Thursday.
Professional development sessions are held each Friday from 1:30pm-3:15 pm.
All Hiawatha Staff are expected to attend and participate in all Family Events at the school, including evening events throughout the year.

 

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s Degree
MN Teaching License: Special Education EBD, LD, or ABS (dual license preferred)
Knowledge of Special Education law and Due Process compliance
Experience working with students with learning and emotional-behavioral needs
Knowledge of writing and implementing IEPs
Knowledge of MN EBD and/or SLD criteria and the evaluation process including: conducting Functional Behavior Assessments; understanding the use of Positive Behavior Supports; knowledge of how to write a Behavior Intervention Plan
Training or willingness to be trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Experience working with diverse groups of students

 

Highly Preferred:

Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and Somali preferred)
A minimum of two years teaching in a high-need school with demonstrated student results

 

Compensation

Salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. Hiawatha offers a collaborative and committed team of colleagues and a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, and retirement.

 

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

English Language Development Teacher

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Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.

Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Why Hiawatha?

Hiawatha Academies’ English Language Development Program is rapidly expanding and is dedicated to becoming a leader in English language programming across the metro area to best develop, grow, and support our multilingual learners. Hiawatha Academies is committed to providing robust and multi-faceted linguistic supports for all our scholars, which is rooted in: 1) continuous collaboration and communication between families, teachers, and other school staff supporting students; 2) regular and evidence-based professional learning for all staff members; 3) nuanced understanding and celebration of students unique cultural and linguistic heritage, and 4) an inclusive model for ELD services and supports grounded in best practice. This commitment has led to SIOP training for all instructional staff, an ELD leadership team that continues to guide program development, ELD department lead positions, and innovative opportunities to improve services for learners. At Hiawatha, we also believe strongly in the integration of content and language. We focus mainly on sheltered classes for those needing targeted language support and co-teaching with core content area instructors. To learn more about Hiawatha’s model for language development programming, our student population, and core procedures, please review our Language Instruction Education Program (LIEP) Plan You may also contact Merissa Russie [[email protected]] to learn more about our approach to supporting multilingual learners).

 

English Language Development (ELD) teachers are responsible for providing rigorous, standards-based, and highly engaging learning environments for their scholars. ELD teachers will support language development through a dynamic approach to instruction focused on the integration of language and content. Instructional models primarily include co-teaching and sheltered instruction.

All teachers will strive to ensure that all Hiawatha Academies scholars are empowered with the knowledge, character, and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good.

ELD teachers will work alongside grade level teammates, special education teachers, specialist teachers, and under the guidance of the campus leadership team.

 

Responsibilities:

English Language Development

Apply the practices of sheltered English instruction to provide English language development to multilingual learners who qualify for English language instruction
Co-teach alongside grade level homeroom teachers and content teachers
Provide individual and group instruction for identified students
Ensure that all students identified as English language learners receive the appropriate academic supports
Co-plan with grade level and content teachers to integrate language scaffolds into core curricula
Instructional Planning and Implementation

Implement assessments that are aligned with daily, weekly, and unit objectives
Use data to adjust short- and long-term plans in order to meet students’ learning needs
Connect content & language instruction through standards including: MN state standards, national standards, and WIDA standards
Learning and Development

Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and student achievement; reflect on instructional practices to meet individual professional development goals
Advocate for the needs of multilingual learners in professional learning settings
Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and community meetings
Maintain regular communication with families and parents of multilingual learners.
School and Classroom Culture

Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and regular communication; collaborate and communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior
Establish and maintain high expectations and routines for academic work and classroom behavior
Establish and reinforce expectations and accountability structures to maintain a positive, focused classroom
Additional Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems
Actively attend to supervision duties and contribute positively to a collaborative school environment
Manage site ACCESS testing
Perform other duties as required and assigned

Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of Hiawatha Academies’ mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

Hiawatha Employment Logistics

We are hiring positions for all of our campuses based on need & experience
Staff day is 8 hours & 15 minutes; hours vary based on campus location
Professional development sessions are held each Friday from 1:45-3:15 pm
All Hiawatha Staff are expected to attend & participate in all family events at the school.

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree
Valid Minnesota teaching license in content area (or ability to gain before start date)
Licensed in K-12 TESL, literacy education, elementary education, English language arts, or a similar content area with experience working with multilingual learners
Growth mindset for students, self, and other adults
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with colleagues, students, and families
A commitment to racial equity and social justice
Prospective applicants must demonstrate a clear record of achieving significant gains with their students, and have a strong belief that they can help close the opportunity gap for all
 

Highly Preferred:

2+ years of experience teaching in a high-need school with demonstrated student results
Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and/or Somali preferred)
Background in SIOP (sheltered instructional observational protocol)
Familiarity with WIDA language standards, proficiency level descriptors & MN state standards
Experiencing with translanguaging &/or bilingual education
Experience instructing dually-identified learners (students who qualify for both Special Education and English Learner programming)
Compensation

Salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. Hiawatha offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, and retirement.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity is a strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.