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Grade 1 Elementary Teacher (Temporary)

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The Human Resources Department is accepting online applications for a Grade 1 Elementary Teacher (temporary) at Lincoln Center Elementary, effective November 22, 2021, through the remainder of the 2021-22 school year.   We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teachers’ Collectively Bargained Agreement.

Job Summary:
Develop the student’s fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, concepts, and attitudes.

Job Functions

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods.  Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Create a positive environment to ensure successful learning for all students.
Maintain knowledge and skills with IB Program changes and updates.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine priorities for their children’s social, emotional and academic growth.
Partner with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to support students’ academic and social-emotional development.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic issues or special academic interests.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students’ needs and progress.
Administer standardized, formative and state mandated assessments and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.
Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, staff, families and community members.
Adhere to staff and program guidelines and district procedures and policies.
Demonstrate prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.

ELL Teacher (.5 FTE) and Building Substitute (.5 FTE)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of .5 FTE ELL Teacher and .5 FTE Building Substitute in our High School (1.0 FTE full-time position).  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teacher’s Collectively Bargained Agreement.

Job Summary
Provide language instruction to students who are English Language Learners.  Assist classroom teachers in determination of appropriate instructional modifications to assure success. Work collaboratively with building staff.  Provide direction to ELL Paraprofessionals. as applicable, on day-to-day activities for student achievement.  Participate in planning meetings and facilitate communication between staff and families if necessary.

Job Functions

Provide assistance and leadership in teaching ELL students the language of instruction.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision and values.
Consult with other educators, staff and parents in meeting the unique educational needs for ELL students.
Consult with other educators, staff and parents in the management and data collection around results of language instruction.
Assist in making changes and adjustments to instructional techniques and accommodations and modifications for students.
Deliver the district’s written, taught and assigned curriculum.
Maintain knowledge and skills with 1B Program changes and updates.
Participate with families at school conferences and meetings with parents when needed.
Communicate with appropriate teachers and other district staff personnel as necessary on educational matters.
Promote family attendance and involvement in school conferences and events.
Promote full consideration of individual needs of English Language Learners in the academic environment.
Other duties as assigned.

Art Teacher (.8 FTE)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of part-time Art Teacher for the 2021-22 school year; .6 FTE in our High School and .2 FTE at Kaposia Education Center Elementary School.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teacher’s Collectively Bargained Agreement.

Job Summary
Develop the student’s fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, concepts, and attitudes.

Job Functions

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods.  Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Deliver the district’s written, taught and assessed curriculum.
Maintain knowledge and skills with IB Program changes and updates.
Create a positive environment to ensure successful learning for all students.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine priorities for their children’s social, emotional and academic growth.
Partner with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to support students’ academic and social-emotional development.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Support the district’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.
Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic issues or special academic interests.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students’ needs and progress.
Administer standardized, formative and state mandated assessments and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, staff, families and community members.
Adhere to staff and program guidelines and district procedures and policies.
Demonstrate prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned.

School Psychologist

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School Psychologist
School Location to be decided
For specific information contact Jennifer Davie at [email protected]

Position Start Date: ASAP
Days/Hours:  up to 1.0 FTE, this position has the potential to be part time or full time
Banded/Graded:  C-5-2
Responsible To:  Director of Specialized Services; Special Education Supervisor

Position Summary:  Evaluation of students and provide results to parent and student study teams.  Serve as a resource to district personnel and members of school community.
Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks; Required Knowledge, Abilities & Skills:  See Attachment
Licensure Requirement:  Valid Minnesota Department of Education School Psychologist License

Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment:  Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Background check will be conducted.

If you are changing positions or the number of hours you work, your benefits may change.  Please make sure to check the eligibility as listed in the above agreement. This is not a benefit eligible position

Application Procedure:  Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org (Only online applications will be accepted).

School Counselor – Long Term Substitute

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JOB GOAL:
The School Counseling Program will coordinate the efforts of all curriculum areas to enhance student academic learning, personal/social development and career/vocational awareness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Service to Students
1. Provides orientation for parents and students transferring from within or without the district.
2. Cooperates with other district personnel to provide effective program planning for students moving from one building to another.
3. Screens all new students for appropriate educational placement.
4. Assists with new student transition through group or individual counseling.
5. Communicates with other schools and outside agencies regarding student concerns.

Guidance and Counseling
1. Provides activities of a developmental nature in every classroom on a regularly scheduled cycle.
2. Provides small group counseling which is developmental and preventative in nature.
3. Works with students on an individual/small group counseling basis regarding personal problems in developmental and academic areas.
4. Provides assistance/counseling to parents and school district staff as appropriate.
5. Consults with parents, school district staff and representatives of outside agencies, with respect to specific needs of individual students.
6. Conducts conferences with school personnel, to exchange ideas and information which will increase staff effectiveness in working with individual students.
7. Recommends and/or implements behavioral change strategies with individuals or groups of students.
8. Participates in Student Support teams.
9. Receives and disseminates appropriate information regarding special written reports concerning students.
10. Provides regular communication to parents through avenues such as parent clubs or newsletters.
11. Assists principal with special building concerns.

Coordination of Programs
1. Coordinates the administration of and assists with the interpretation of the elementary portion of the district-wide testing program.
2. Participates in and interprets results from the district-wide kindergarten screening.
3. Provides activities in the area of careers for the developmental guidance program.
4. Assists students with decision-making skills.
5. Maintains security and confidentiality of student records in the building and in the transfer to other educational settings.
6. Participates in the Student Support Team and Multi-disciplinary Team processes; acts as contact person for Student Support Team meetings.
7. Assists principal and other school personnel with student placement and other scheduling preparations.
8. Participates in curriculum development, revision and implementation.
9. Participates in guidance program development, maintenance, and evaluation.
10. Maintains and updates a list of community resources (e.g. Family Resource Directory).

Interpersonal Relationships
1. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with students.
2. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with educational staff.
3. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with parents and other significant people.

Professional Responsibilities
1. Attends conferences and meetings to keep updated in areas of responsibility.
2. Participates in various community, county and state activities when available and appropriate.
3. Maintains associations with local and state organizations .
4. Promotes and provides conditions of confidentiality that relate to privileged information.
5. Follows the policies and procedures of the school district.
6. Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility.
7. Assumes agreed upon professionally appropriate responsibilities as they relate to the school.
8. Communicates effectively with all stakeholders.
9. Attends work regularly.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Director of Student Services.

Teacher- Physical Education/Health (.50)

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JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.