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Dean of Students

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The Middle School Dean of Students is responsible for providing assistance to the Principal in the administration of the total school program and is the primary administrator and coordinator of all day-to-day student management and attendance matters, as well as all grade level concerns. Specific duties will vary between buildings depending on individual needs.  Duties will also vary depending on length of contract. Essential duties include:

  • Assists the principal with the implementation of school district policies.
  • Has direct responsibilities for their students for:
    • Student registration
    • Student attendance
    • Participate in group consultation program as needed
    • Student discipline
    • Guidance and counseling services
    • Serving as a member of the Student Assistance Team
  • Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data.
  • Aid students in course and subject selection and registration.
  • Maintain student records and protect their confidentiality.
  • Take an active role in interpreting the school’s objectives to students, parents, and the community at large.
  • Work with teachers and other staff members to familiarize them with the general range of services offered by the administration with respect to improving the educational prospects of individual students being counseled.
  • Remain readily available to students so as to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding and maturity.
  • Coordinate and supervise all assessment for the building.
  • Coordinate and supervise substitute teachers.
  • Work with the Student Information Director to enhance or correct student information systems.
  • Supervise and coordinate grade reporting and Middle School honor roll.
  • Supervise and coordinate bus transportation.
  • Supervise and coordinate Health Office Assistant and Attendance Clerk.
  • Act as liaison with Lakeville Police Department.
  • Supervise and coordinate student locker assignments and maintenance of lockers.
  • Coordinate student activities and assembly programs.
  • Coordinate and supervise AVID.
  • Coordinate, supervise, and monitor building fire and disaster drills.
  • Chair/coordinate Student Assistance Team including Special Education, 504 Services and Mental Health Services.
  • Coordinate lunchroom supervision and maintain open lines of communications with lunchroom supervisors.
  • Coordinate 5th grade orientation and transition to middle school, and assist with 8th grade transition to high school.
  • Conduct teacher and LEAF observations and provide direction as needed.
  • Attend meetings and conferences as directed by the principal.
  • Assist the administrative team in the supervision of co-curricular activities.
  • Attend local/state conventions and workshops as assigned by the principal.
  • Represent the principal at school, professional and public meetings in the principal’s absence.
  • Assist with the staffing of the middle school.
  • Responsible for building security for property and persons.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

Science Teacher

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Science Teacher (CHHS)
Vacancy #2259

Major Responsibilities: Work as a Science Teacher at Columbia Heights High School. 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.

Qualifications:

Properly licensed to teach Science by MDE.
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.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in teaching, or related field teaching and working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).

Position begins August 21, 2019.

Internal Posting Dates: May 15, 2019 to May 22, 2019

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Dan Wrobleski, High School Principal, 763-528-4605 or [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

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.

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).

Guidance Counselor .50 FTE Alternative High School #5208

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Position Summary

FTE: .50

Compensation / Benefits:  Per Unit Agreement

Description:  ISD 191 is a suburban Minneapolis system of 8,500 students comprised of the communities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Savage. District 191’s dynamic leadership team is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system, and within our community, around improving the learning of each of our students. We are committed to finding innovative leaders who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff.

Essential Job Functions

License / Education Requirements: School Counselor License K-12 or 7-12

Qualifications

The successful Guidance Counselor will be an individual who…

… firmly believes:all students can learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control
that student learning guides practice and decision-making throughout the school and system
in shared accountability and responsibility through working interdependently
in fostering a commitment among staff and parent communities to create the conditions for equity and excellence resulting in elimination of the achievement gap
in a model that promotes professional reflection and continuous improvement
… has demonstrated:successful experience in facilitating high-quality professional learning and remarkable outcomes through application
the ability to effectively manage and lead change, including changing practices and structures in our school system that may perpetuate inequities based on race and class
outstanding skills in written and oral communication, talent management, and school operations
effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication tool to improve student achievement and manage work
personal professional learning and development through a strong understanding of literature related to education, student learning, and leadership
the ability to manage dialog effectively, valuing alternative points of view in planning and decision-making
that he or she is a visible instructional leader
courage to do what is best for students

Application Process: Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
Review of materials will start immediately.
The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.

Math Teacher Alternative High School #5207

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Position Summary

FTE: 1.0

Days: 187

Compensation / Benefits:  Per Unit Agreement

Description:  ISD 191 is a suburban Minneapolis system of 8,500 students comprised of the communities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Savage. District 191’s dynamic leadership team is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system, and within our community, around improving the learning of each of our students. We are committed to finding innovative leaders who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff.

Essential Job Functions

License / Education Requirements:

Job Responsibilities:
Qualifications

The successful Math Teacher will be an individual who…

… firmly believes:all students can learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control
that student learning guides practice and decision-making throughout the school and system
in shared accountability and responsibility through working interdependently
in fostering a commitment among staff and parent communities to create the conditions for equity and excellence resulting in elimination of the achievement gap
in a model that promotes professional reflection and continuous improvement
… has demonstrated:successful experience in facilitating high-quality professional learning and remarkable outcomes through application
the ability to effectively manage and lead change, including changing practices and structures in our school system that may perpetuate inequities based on race and class
outstanding skills in written and oral communication, talent management, and school operations
effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication tool to improve student achievement and manage work
personal professional learning and development through a strong understanding of literature related to education, student learning, and leadership
the ability to manage dialog effectively, valuing alternative points of view in planning and decision-making
that he or she is a visible instructional leader
courage to do what is best for students

Application Process: Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
Review of materials will start immediately.
The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.

ECSE Teacher #5209

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Position Summary

FTE:  1.0

Days: 184

Compensation / Benefits:  Per Unit Agreement

Description:  ISD 191 is a suburban Minneapolis system of 8,500 students comprised of the communities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Savage. District 191’s dynamic team is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system, and within our community, around improving the learning of each of our ECSE students. We are committed to finding innovative teachers who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff.

Essential Job Functions

License / Education Requirements:  Minnesota special education teaching license(s).  Highly qualified in a core academic area(s) or can be certified highly qualified.

Job Responsibilities:  The licensed Special Education teacher works closely with the ECSE Team to support the development and implementation of the building/program’s special education service delivery model. The teacher serves as a resource for their special education teams disseminating information on evidence-based instructional practices.
Qualifications

The successful Special Education Teacher will be an individual who…

… firmly believes:all students can learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control
that student learning guides practice and decision-making throughout the school and system
in shared accountability and responsibility through working interdependently
in fostering a commitment among staff and parent communities to create the conditions for equity and excellence resulting in elimination of the achievement gap
in a model that promotes professional reflection and continuous improvement
… has demonstrated:successful experience in facilitating high-quality professional learning and remarkable outcomes through application
the ability to effectively manage and lead change, including changing practices and structures in our school system that may perpetuate inequities based on race and class
outstanding skills in written and oral communication, talent management, and school operations
effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication tool to improve student achievement and manage work
personal professional learning and development through a strong understanding of literature related to education, student learning, and leadership
the ability to manage dialog effectively, valuing alternative points of view in planning and decision-making
that he or she is a visible instructional leader
courage to do what is best for students

Application Process: Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
Review of materials will start immediately.
The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.