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Elementary Specialist Teacher (Part-Time)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the temporary position of a part-time Elementary Specialist,  beginning February 16, 2021, at Kaposia Education Center Elementary School.  The teacher must be licensed to teach elementary students in either Music, Art, Spanish, Phy Ed, or Media.

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.
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.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
Model the IB Learner Profile with students, families and staff
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.
Other duties as assigned.

Teacher- Science

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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.

Innovation/Media/Technology Teacher

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Job posting #1902

Full-time Innovation/Media/Technology teaching position between Lino Lakes and Scandia Elementary Schools, beginning as August 2021.  The split occurs over different days, not the same day.  This teaching position is responsible for teaching K-6 students about media use, technology use and if available helps with Maker Space activities and oversight.

 

Application deadline: 2/26/2021 or until filled.

​Contact person for more information:  Scott Geary (Lino Lakes Principal)  651-982-8851 or Julie Hull (Scandia Elementary Principal) 651-982-3301.

LTS Art Teacher

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Job posting #1900

Full-time Long Term Substitute Art teaching position is available at Forest Lake Area Middle from March 29 through April 30, 2021. (possibly longer)

 

Application deadline:   until filled.

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

Intermediate School District 917 is one of four intermediate school districts in Minnesota created by the state legislature in the late 1960s. The ISD 917 School Board was organized in March of 1970 and is comprised of one board member from each of the nine-member school districts. Currently, member districts include Bloomington, Burnsville/Eagan/Savage, Farmington, Hastings, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Randolph, South St. Paul, and West St. Paul/Mendota Heights/Eagan.

School District Website: http://www.isd917.k12.mn.us/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Intermediate School District 917 School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Has broad experience in school system administration with knowledge of career/technical and special education
  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders, including others in leadership positions
  • Possesses strong written, verbal, listening, and digital communication skills
  • Has the ability to anticipate future trends and issues affecting career/technical and special education
  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and communities
  • Has proven experience with equity leadership challenges and opportunities
  • Understands and advocates for students and families who access Alternative Learning Centers for academic success
  • Develops and directs an effective leadership team
  • Has knowledge of and experience with the Minnesota legislative process, and is proficient in conveying to legislators the needs of career/technical and special education

SALARY/CONTRACT:  The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2020-2021 school year is $198,459. The final salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  March 16, 2021

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at https://mnmsba.myrevelus.com/. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on March 16, 2021, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Intermediate School District 917 Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).

Please contact with any questions:  Barb Dorn, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected], 800-324-4459, ext. 121 (MN only) or 507-508-5501 (cell). The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.