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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

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H.S Guidance Counselor

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FTE: 1.0

Why Wayzata?

High student achievement
Instructional Technology- Technology levy has increased the number of computers and other technology available for use in the classroom.
Alternate Compensation- This program provides teachers with additional professional development opportunities through peer coaches, courses and study groups.
Competitive salary and benefits- Our benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance; long term disability and employee assistance program.
Professional support and development- First year teachers are provided a mentor and on-going professional development opportunities.
Good People- We strive to hire good people that work well together and have fun doing it.

Position Description:
Candidates selected to fill the role of High School Guidance Counselor  Wayzata High School will be given the great responsibility of continuing our long standing commitment to academic excellence.  This will be achieved through the design and delivery of counseling that ensures the success of a diverse population of learners.  In addition, you will be responsible for building positive relationships and working collaboratively with students, parents, and staff members to foster a positive experience for the entire learning community.

Qualifications:Must have a valid MN License in High School Counseling.
Ideal candidates should be strong in student advocacy and relationship building.
Must have strong skills in leadership, consultation, and crisis intervention, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Must have the ability to build positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Must be proficient with current technology used to support communication, academics, and student progress monitoring.
Must be an effective team member; making student-centered decisions; managing difficult situations; and fulfilling professional responsibilities.

Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.wayzataschools.org/apply
Internal Applicants must complete the internal application located on the website under application process.

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

Teacher- Gifted & Talented

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JOB GOAL:
The Gifted and Talented Resource Teacher provides services to students, teachers, administrators, and parents in order to meet identified students’ needs. The position requires the identification of and programming for high ability students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills: The teacher is expected to establish procedures to allow for maximum learning support by:
1. Provides direct specialized instruction to students identified in the gifted & talented program.
2. Must communicate effectively and in a timely manner with all stakeholders using oral, written, and electronic means.
3. Planning and organizing effectively.
4. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
5. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
6. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
7. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
8. Develops classroom enrichment programming for identified students.
9. Provides materials and information to help create an environment that provides options for the exceptional needs of gifted students.
10. Collaborates and communicates effectively with school counselors to support the academic and social-emotional needs of students in the gifted program.
11. Maintain collaborative relationships with HSD GT teachers through regular meetings and communication.
12. Maintain collaborative relationships with area GT teachers and CESA 11 GT Teachers through consistent networking.
11. Communicates and coordinates with building principal and Continuous Improvement Committees.
12. Communicates with parents, teachers and students on a regular basis.

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 or extension/enrichment opportunities.
4. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
5. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
6. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
1. Cooperating with other staff members.
2. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
3. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
4. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
5. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
6. Recommending possible revision/differentiation of curriculum.
7. Implementing and directing educational strategies to be utilized by support staff.

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.

Teacher- English as a Second Language (ESL)

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FTE: 1.0

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.

Teacher- Special Education (Cross Categorical)

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VACANCY LOCATIONS:
1- High School
1- Middle School
1- Elementary

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 Education Teacher

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Exp. working with elementary age students, ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, and staff to ensure student progress; strong communications skills, and previous experience preferred working with IEP goals and the ability to meet critical deadlines.