Edina Public Schools has a Middle School Physical Education teaching position available at Valley View Middle School beginning August 12, 2019.
Metro
Physical Education Teacher, Grades 5-12, Part-time
Mounds Park Academy is a PreK–12 independent school in Saint Paul that serves approximately 500 students from throughout the Twin Cities area. For 37 years, Mounds Park Academy has engaged students in a rigorous college preparatory experience that is rooted in whole-child education. Students are challenged to apply their understanding to stir the human spirit, stand for justice, and be a positive change in the world. This is what we call rigor with purpose, and it grounds our students in the radical idea that their identity in the world is not measured by a test score but rather by the depth and decency of their impact on the world.
Mounds Park Academy seeks a part-time Middle and Upper School Physical Education teacher for the 2019–2020 school year. The ideal candidate should exhibit a wide range of teaching skills, have significant Physical Education and Health content knowledge and have the ability to engage motivated students to learn.
In addition to the Physical Education teaching position, MPA currently has the following coaching opportunities for the 2019-2020 academic year:
· Boys’ Varsity Soccer Coach (fall)
· Boys’ Varsity Assistant Soccer Coach (fall)
· Upper School Girls Basketball Coach (winter)
· Middle school boys’ soccer (fall) and basketball coach (winter)
Qualified candidates may be considered for open coaching opportunities.
It is expected that a successful candidate would:
Teach multiple sections of Middle and Upper School Physical Education classes through the use of age appropriate lessons.
Motivate students of varying ability
Differentiate instruction for skill development and fitness
Inspire an enjoyment for lifetime physical fitness
Supervise, encourage, counsel, and evaluate students
§ Foster and sustain an effective learning and fitness environment
§ Utilize and incorporate available resources and activities for instruction
Communicate and meet with students and parents during scheduled conferences and as necessary
Participate in Physical Education Department and staff development activities
Collaborate as a member of a team
Show a willingness to contribute to the life of the school outside of the classroom
Perform additional duties as needed (serve on school-wide committees, advise a student club, etc.)
In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities:
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills
Admirable leadership skills
Strong collaboration skills
Substantial organization skills
A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy
Flexibility
To Apply:
Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply as Mounds Park Academy is dedicated to better reflecting our student body and the Twin Cities area through this addition to our exceptional faculty and staff. Information about our school can be found at www.moundsparkacademy.org.
Please submit a letter of interest, professional resume, and three professional references to: [email protected] before June 15, 2019.
School Nurse
To be considered for teaching positions with the Mounds View Public Schools, please complete an on-line application at www.moundsviewschools.org and follow the employment link
School Nurse .8 FTE
The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement. Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Every year our schools and students rank among the highest performing in the state.
Stillwater Area Public Schools are currently seeking a .8 FTE Licensed School Nurse Substitute to work at Stillwater Middle School and Oak-Land Middle School from approximately August 19, 2019 – December 20, 2019.
Further information about salary can be found at: http://www.stillwaterschools.org/departments/human-resources/master-contracts
Elementary Teacher
Full-time (1.0 FTE) Elementary teaching position is available at Forest View Elementary for 1st grade, beginning the 2019-2020 school year.
Application deadline: June 14, 2019.
First Grade Teacher – Valley View Elementary #2237
Elementary Teacher First Grade – Valley View Elementary
Posting 2237
General Definition of Work
Performs difficult professional work teaching in an elementary or secondary school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching a broad range of subjects or specialized subject matter(s); teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in teaching, or related field teaching and working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
Appropriately licensed by MDE; MN Teaching License
Experience working in a multi cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.
Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Position begins August 21, 2019.
Internal Posting Dates: April 26, 2019 to May 6, 2019
External Posting Dates: June 3, 2019 to filled
Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us
Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; develops Individual Educational Programs and Evaluation Reports (IEP’s) for special needs and regular students.
Translates lesson plans into effective learning experiences; integrates subject area content and technology.
Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.
Instructs students in specialization and subject matter areas specified in state law and administrative regulations and District procedures.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
Assesses and evaluates students needs; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; acts as a mentor to students; establishes and maintains behavior standards.
Formulates and implements behavior modification programs for students.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with established procedures.
Encourages students to think independently along with developing and expressing original ideas.
Evaluates students’ progress; maintains records; prepares progress reports.
Communicates with students, counselors and parents through conferences and other means.
Maintains professional licensing and familiarity through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials.
Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials; organizes and distributes classroom and materials.
Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required.
Meets state and federal mandated time lines and procedures for completing special education due process paperwork.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of district rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.
Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms and occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).