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Teacher- Grade 4

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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.

Special Services Coordinator

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FTE 1.0  *This is a three year position (2020-2023)

Position Description:

The Special Education Coordinator provides leadership in planning, implementing, coordinating, Special Education programming across the school in alignment with the District.  The Special Education Coordinator promotes inclusionary practices that foster the understanding of Special Education laws, rules, and regulations for students, families, and adults.  The Special Education Coordinator supports Special Education teachers and paraprofessionals in all aspects of the implementation of the special education process preschool through age 21.  The Special Education Coordinator also supports administrators, teachers, guidance counselors and other professional support staff in meeting the needs of students in need of services.

Qualifications:

Special Education Licensure, Related Services Provider License (OT, PT, etc.) or Board Certified Behavior Analyst  Licensure required for working with students in Federal Setting 1-3.
Multiple licensure preferred.
Ability to design and implement specially designed instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of students requiring special education services.
Experience and willingness to work on general education teams and provide collaborative special education services with general education teachers is required.
Ability to collaborate with paraprofessionals and to effectively direct the work delegated to them. .
Experience with evaluation and eligibility determination for special education services preferred.
Application Procedure:

Apply on line at www.wayzataschools.org/apply
Internal Applicants must complete the Internal Application

Selection Procedure:

This is a round 2 position and is open to current employees and outside candidates-position will remain open until filled regardless of closing date

Instructional Excellence Coordinator – Eden Prairie Schools

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NOTICE OF OPENING
Instructional Excellence Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position fosters development and growth of professional learning communities and facilities job-embedded staff development including infusing technology into the core areas of academic curriculum.  The instructional coach supports the building school improvement plan to improve and close academic achievement gaps. The coach will support teachers in modeling ways to increase teachers’ and students’ use of technology as it positively impacts student performance in the classroom.

 

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Support the school district’s strategic action plan including district mission, vision, strategic objectives
  • Support and facilitate professional learning communities, including the multi-tiered instructional support system for all students.
  • Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers to;
  •         Enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and set their own educational goals – Personalize Learning
  •         Use digital tools and resources to customize and personalize learning
  •         Provide multiple and varied assessment strategies aligned with content to inform teaching and learning.
  • Create positive relationships with teachers and administrators.
  • Assist instructional leadership and instructional staff with professional development and effective use of existing and emerging technology based tools.
  • Support teachers in implementing proven/evidence-based instructional practices into classrooms with the goals of increasing student engagement, improving student achievement, and building teacher capacity.
  • Work with the personalized learning department, principals, and teachers to develop, evaluate, and recommend technology based instructional tools that will effectively and efficiently support learning.  This will include, but is not limited to: serving on assigned curriculum improvement cycle teams,  helping administrators and teachers build and effectively use common assessments, formative assessments, and learning targets while leveraging technology, and collaborative teams across the district as assigned to provide expertise and support the implementation of adopted tools.
  • Communicate and demonstrate researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance.
  • Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
  • In collaboration with teachers model the design and development of digital learning experiences and assessments.
  • React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
    Serve as liaison between student learning and services and district Personalize Learning Department.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Teacher on Special Assignment – 9-12 Online & Alternative Programs

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Position: Teacher on Special Assignment – 9-12 Online & Alternative Programs (Interview Only)
Department: Teaching and Learning
Work Schedule: 8 hours/day, Monday-Friday, 194 days
Start Date: August 24, 2020
Pay and Benefits: Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement – https://www.isd622.org/Page/310

Primary Objective: Instruct and Develop Online Course offerings, per subject area, assist in the development of high quality programming for ISD 622

Educational Equity Coordinator

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Position:  Educational Equity Coordinator

This position reports to the Assistant Superintendent and is full-time; 230 days per year.Summary:

Provide leadership in Educational Equity in efforts to reduce gaps in opportunity and achievement and develop systemic equity. This work requires collaboration with district and school leaders to create and maintain a culture of collaboration, collective inquiry, evidence-based decision making, continuous improvement, and equity.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Support the implementation of the School District 197 Strategic Plan.
Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the Achievement and Integration Plan.
Lead and develop programs funded through Achievement & Integration, including AVID, parent engagement programs, partnerships with St. Paul Public School, and professional development.
Serve as Local Education Agency representative for the Office of Indian Education; support the development, implementation, and evaluation of the program.
Collaborate with and provide leadership, direction, coaching, and advice to school leaders and multiple district departments regarding equity to foster systemic equity in the district.
Lead professional development for school board, cabinet, administrators, instructional coaches, and other district staff.
Engage and lead community members and school staff in problem-solving to address conflicts regarding inter-cultural and equity issues.
Foster mutually beneficial relationships between the school district and parents and the larger community, especially marginalized communities.
Lead, support, supervise, and evaluate staff.
Remain current in the field.
Budget and manage funds including Achievement & Integration, American Indian Education, and Title VI; ensure compliance with state and federal grants guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.