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Director of Academic Support Services

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Minnehaha Academy is a Christian school and a ministry of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church of America. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education integrating Christian faith and learning so students grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and others.

Minnehaha Academy has an opening for a Director of Academic Support Services, scheduled to begin in July, 2021. After the first year, this will be an 11 month position that is off the month of July.  This Director will lead and be responsible for all academic support programming, personnel, and processes, which together serve students officially diagnosed with a learning disability, who struggle with one or more academic areas, and/or who may need further enrichment.  This person will report to the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning.

Learn more about Minnehaha Academy and apply on-line by visiting our web site at www.minnehahaacademy.net. For more information, contact:

Jason Wenschlag

Middle School Principal &

Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

Minnehaha Academy

4200 West River Parkway

Minneapolis, MN  55406

[email protected]

Math Teacher – High School 1.0 FTE, 2021-22 SY

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Position: Math Teacher – 9th-12th (1.0 FTE for 2021-22 School Year)

North Lakes Academy is seeking an enthusiastic math teacher responsible for nurturing social-emotional and academic growth in their classroom by planning and implementing rigorous, student-centered daily lessons in literacy and math as well as other subject areas.

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As a part of the teacher-leadership team, you will work directly with directors and colleagues to create an ambitious and engaging experience for math students. You’ll oversee the work of curriculum design, classroom management, and collaboration to engineer an effective, scalable, and reliable experience across our K-12 school platform and programs.

 

+ Responsibilities and Experience

Help lead the design of the mathematics experience
Architect and guide new applications and project development,
Help guide curriculum and course development pace and rhythm in collaboration with department and school teams.
Establish and maintain program standards
+ Skills and Star Qualities

Valid MN teaching license in math
Enthusiastic optimist: thinks in terms of do’s rather than don’ts
Willingness to risk: sees failure as temporary and learns from experience with failure
Lifelong learner: is endlessly curious; borrows, seeks, innovates
Please contact Ms. Jaime Goulet, Upper School Building Lead, at [email protected] for information.

Elementary Literacy Specialist

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JOB GOAL:
Responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive elementary literacy program focused on inclusive practices in our 4K-5 classrooms; modeling of best practices literacy instruction which use research-based learning strategies; coaching reading teachers and specialists to increase leadership capacity; developing and implementing literacy curriculum with staff; facilitating ongoing literacy training based on the principles of continuous improvement; serving as a resource person on best practice curriculum and assessment; and identifying professional learning needs of the District and facilitating training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Support reading specialists and teachers to increase their capacity to lead the literacy program for all student in their respective schools.
2. Develop comprehensive literacy training to be collaboratively facilitated with instructional coaches to ensure access to a rigorous literacy curriculum for all students.
3. Consult with reading teachers and specialists to develop diagnostic literacy interventions and supports.
4. Support coaches in their responsibilities related to achieving district literacy goals.
5. Assist Learning Support Services in on-going curriculum improvement process including planning and implementation.
6. Develop and provide support resources to enhance inclusive nature of core literacy curriculum.
7. Monitor curriculum alignment to standards, district scorecard and scorecard action plans.
8. Use data to align professional learning with District and school improvement goals.
9. Consult with instructional coaches as they work with teachers to meet classroom and individual student needs.
10. Regularly communicate with principals and Learning Support Services administrators.
11. Collaborate with K-12 Learning Support Services team.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. WI Department of Public Instruction Elementary Teacher license.
2. Minimum of 3 years teaching experience required.
3. Master’s degree in education required and:
• Demonstrated expertise in research-based best-practices in literacy, curriculum design, instruction, and professional learning.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategies for differentiating classroom literacy instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students in an inclusive setting.
• Experience facilitating professional learning opportunities.
• Strong leadership skills in working collaboratively and effectively with other professionals.

Teacher- 4K

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OB 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.

Language Arts Teacher – Middle School (Long-Term Substitute)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of Long-Term Substitute Language Arts Teacher in our Middle School.  Assignment begins on April 28 and concludes on June 14, 2021.   The long-term substitute rate of pay is $220/day.

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.
Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
Collaborate 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.
Model the IB Learner Profile with students, families and staff
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.
Other duties as assigned.

Assistant Director – Athletics

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Posting dates:  3/24/21 thru 3/30/21 or until filled

Hours:  Full time, 11 Months

Job Summary:
Assistant Activities Director  will be responsible for the effective administration of the school’s activity programming.  They will take direction from the school Activities Director. In addition to that administration of the activities programs this position is also responsible for on-site supervision of after school community education and school events. Duties will consist of helping with facility scheduling and reservations, working with custodians for set-ups, confirming facilities with teams/community groups, and monitoring and supervising community events.

Specific Duties Include:
Schedule and oversee facility usage at High school after the regular school day.
Includes:  Site Managements for Co-curricular practices/contests, officials, activity club meetings, community usage, and facility after school usage. Provide coordination and arranging of high school officials, event workers, and concession workers.
Assisting in the scheduling of high school co-curricular games/practices.

Ensure effective communication with Activities Director, coaches, officials, custodians district staff, and program participants regarding event schedules, transportation, and room assignments. Provide monthly facility usage reports.

Manage and supervise Community Education and other activities at the high school, including the after school ski/snowboard program and summer athletic camps and clinics. After school supervision.

Supervise and/or provide facility set-up, take down and cleanup for events as directed. Serve as site contact for groups during events, Use check list to assure appropriate facility use.   Note facility maintenance needs including such responsibilities as cleaning of concession area, bleachers, and other facility necessities. Ensure effective transition from the school day to after school activities and events.

Other Duties:
Use software and other online tools as related to job function. Attend co-curricular activity meetings related to job responsibilities as assigned. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or initiated.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred plus minimum of two years of previous experience working with co-curricular programs, youth and youth educational programs.
Ability to work effectively with all students
Knowledge of principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures and general safety protocol.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff, students and community members.
Ability to understand, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Proficiency in office productivity software including Microsoft Office, Excel and/or Google Docs.
Ability to utilize current and emerging technology to deliver efficient service to District staff, students and members of the community.
Willingness to learn new things and an openness to new ideas and different perspectives.