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Instructional Coach

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Spend a majority of time observing teaching and providing coaching feedback.
2. Model and co-teach lessons and implement new strategies.
3. Support teachers in planning and teaching instructional best practices endorsed as the District curriculum.
4. Develop and provide materials for/with colleagues that align with student learning goals.
5. Facilitate onsite professional development and follow-up in order to share knowledge of current research in the field of quality instruction.
6. Use data to align professional development with District and school improvement goals.
7. Assist teachers as they integrate literacy instruction into content areas.
8. Regularly communicate with building and District Learning Services administrators.
9. Foster consistent delivery of literacy instruction throughout the Hudson School District.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. WI Department of Public Instruction Elementary or Secondary Teacher license.
2. Minimum of 3 years teaching experience required.
3. Master’s degree in education required and:
• Demonstrated expertise in research-based best instructional practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategies for differentiating instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Experience facilitating professional development opportunities and instructional coaching.
• Strong leadership skills in working collaboratively and effectively with other professionals.
4. Preference will be given to candidates with project-based learning experience.

Teacher- English as a Second Language (ESL)

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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.

Student Support Assistant (two positions)

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Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department is accepting online applications for the position of Student Support Assistant (temporary) at the Middle School.  Two positions are available with an anticipated start date of April 5 through June 10, 2021.  Based on the 2019-21 Educational Support Professionals Contract, the rate of pay is $18.91 per hour, working Monday-Friday, 6.5 hours per day with a half hour duty-free lunch, school days only.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the building/department administration and/or guidance from the Student Support Specialist, supervise students in various settings and assist with managing student behaviors under established rules, policies and procedures.

Job Functions

Assist proactively with implementing individual student behavior plans.
Support managing student conflicts and behavior issues pre-emptively.
Record and manage student behavioral data.
Respond to unexpected situations as needed.
Provide overall supervision to groups or individual students.
Utilize positive behavior strategies and de-escalation techniques with students.
Be a positive role model for respectful behavior and problem solving strategies.
Communicate with students and staff in a positive and supportive manner.
Help to create and maintain positive, safe environments throughout the school building and school grounds (i.e. gym, lunchroom, classroom, hallways, playground).
Adhere to district policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Bus Aide

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Effective immediately, Human Resources is accepting applications for the position of Bus Aide (district-wide).  This position is effective immediately for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year. The position will work up to 4 hours per day; Monday-Friday, student days only.  Rate of pay is $15.81 per hour.

Job Summary
Provides physical and behavioral care of special education students during transport to and from school.  This individual attention is precipitated by specific needs that cannot be managed from the driver’s seat.  Performance activities involved in the safe boarding, riding, and exiting of passengers.

Job Functions

Assist students requiring help to load or unload the bus
Supervise and assist student in transit
Secure special needs students and/or equipment with restraints, tie downs (e.g. wheelchairs, seat belts, car seats, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety and well- being of students
Constantly monitor students’ well-being and behavior during the route
Report any concerns regarding students to the appropriate building staff and driver.
Occupy a seat on the bus that provides the best opportunity for student supervision and assistance while bus is in motion.
Respond appropriately to students’ needs during the route and notify the driver if an emergency exists
Be familiar with the route in order to assist a substitute or new driver
Store and secure all student equipment that is to be transported
Actively assist the driver when backing the bus if necessary
Provide First Aid only as trained and required by the situation
Prepare documentation (e.g. Third Party Billing information, incident reports, student count, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
Other duties as assigned

Elementary School Counselor

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Job posting #1918

School Counselor position is available at Columbus Elementary to provide guidance & counseling services to elementary age students.

Minnesota Guidance/Counseling K-6 license required.

Application deadline: 5/01/2021 or until filled

Director of Community Education

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Director of Community Education

Shakopee Public Schools is seeking a Director of Community Education who…

Leads, plans, manages, and evaluates the development of a comprehensive community education program including early childhood, youth and adult programs, recreation, community engagement, partnership facilitation, use of district facilities, and childcare program ensuring all programs lean into equity and are inclusive and culturally competent

Major Areas of Accountability:

Program Management and Operations (40% of role):
·        Plan, organize and administer a broad program of community education that is culturally inclusive and equity focused.

·        Direct, supervise and evaluate the work activities of employees within the Community Education Department.

·        Develop and plan staff/advisory council meetings & activities

·        Provide for scheduling/staffing of building supervisors & custodians monthly

·        Develop strategic and tactical plans for programs and services and evaluate program effectiveness

·        Develop cooperative and coordinated programs in collaboration with district personnel, community education advisory council, outside agencies and governmental units.

·        Recruit and staff community education programs and activities.

·        Provide training for staff as necessary.

·        Coordinate building use for community activities and events.

·        Coordinate the pursuit of external grants and funding sources in support of strategic efforts and new initiatives.

Budgeting and Finance (13% of role):
·        Develop and prepare the preliminary and revised annual budgets for community education programs and activities.

·        Monitor revenues and oversee expenditures to conform to federal, state and local community education guidelines.

·        Make recommendations regarding levies.

·        Negotiate contracts.

·        Research, prepare and follow through with grant proposals or other opportunities for supplemental funding; and monitor obtained grants.

Marketing and Public Relations (45% of role):
·        Facilitate and implement community outreach.

·        Effectively market all community education programs via a variety of media and create and manage web based and social media presence.

·        Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant agencies and organizations.

·        Facilitate communication and maintain relationships with stakeholders, promote awareness of community education programs and services.

·        Serve on district & community committees.

·        Meet regularly with advisory councils and district entities, as well as city, county and collaborative stakeholders.

Reporting (1% of role):
·        Develop, implement, and maintain procedures to meet reporting requirements for state and federal funding and grants.

·        Create reports as needed for a variety of groups

Professional Development (1% of role):
·        Participate in professional organizations at state, regional, and local levels.

·        Maintain active memberships in professional organizations.

·        Attend meetings and workshops as needed

·        Participate in professional development activities in the field of community education at a regional and state level.

·        Keep abreast of changing developments and trends in community education and lifelong learning.