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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

South Central

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The St. James Public School’s main office is located in St. James, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 1,160 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.stjames.k12.mn.us/

City Website:   https://www.ci.stjames.mn.us/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The St. James School Board seeks a superintendent with strong leadership skills who:

  • Exemplifies integrity and ethical standards across the district
  • Maintains a prominent and approachable presence, ensuring effective communication with the school board, staff, students, parents, and community members
  • Has skills in mediation and is adept at integrating varied perspectives while championing the principles of teamwork and collective effort
  • Brings substantial knowledge of the management of school finances, ensuring fiscal responsibility
  • Delegates responsibilities while upholding accountability and fosters trust to collaboratively engage with various groups and communities
  • Demonstrates experience in executing strategic plans and possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $140,000 – $165,000 will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. Additional benefits available may include Health/Dental/Life/ LTD insurances, 403(b) contribution, Doctoral and National Certification incentives, among others.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 28, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on April 28, 2025, and must include the completed online application.

Contact Amy Jordan at 507-479-9984 ([email protected]) with questions.  Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

St. James Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.

Special Education Teacher – Grades 1-4

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Available Position – Special Education Teacher – Jefferson Elementary (Grades 1 – 4)

Job Summary:
Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special needs, in collaboration with parents, teachers, and other support staff.
Provide direct instruction to students using evidence-based teaching strategies and differentiated instruction techniques.
Assess students’ strengths and challenges, use data to inform instructional decisions, and modify teaching approaches as needed.
Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued, respected, and supported.
Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and other specialists to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive approach to student learning and development.
Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to provide updates on student progress, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education and enhance your skills as an educator

Desired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Special Education.
Licensure in ABS is preferred, other areas will be considered.
Valid teaching license/certification in Special Education.
Experience working with students with diverse learning needs, including but not limited to: autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, and specific learning disabilities.
Strong knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, administrators and external stakeholders.

Start Date:
2025-2026 School Year

Wage/Benefits:
Dependent on experience; Starting wage $49,325.00/year
Benefits: Health, Life, LTD, Dental, Vision, 403b

4th Grade Teacher

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Job Description:
This position provides regular curricular instruction in language arts, math, social studies, health, social-emotional learning, and science. The successful candidate will carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract, maintains high-quality communication and cooperation with stakeholders, and believes that all students can attain high levels of learning. Demonstrates continued professional development through coursework, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development. Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students learning styles and needs, both academic and effective. Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all students. Takes responsibility for the learning of our students and his/her own performance.

Classification/Wage:
Dependent on experience; Starting wage $49,325.00/year
Benefits: Health, Life, LTD, Dental, Vision, 403b

 

Youth Mental Health Navigator

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Youth Mental Health Navigator
District Wide

A full-time (1.00 FTEs) position as a Youth Mental Health Navigator is available beginning August 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.

Summary of Duties:
Provide social work services in the role of Youth Mental Health Navigator by collaborating with school social workers and local mental health partners.

Primary Tasks:

  1. Collaborate with school social workers regarding students who need community mental health resources and services.
  2. Collaborate with school social workers on the necessary individual student’s need to access outside mental health services.
  3. Maintain effective communication with County Social Services Agencies with focus on students experiencing social and emotional issues.
  4. Network and consult with community professionals who may provide potential mental health services to students and their families.

Qualifications Required:
MN licensure as a School Psychologist, School Counselor, or School Social Worker is required.

Organizational Relationships:
This position reports directly to the Director of Student Support Services.

Working Conditions:

  • School setting
  • Approximately 191 day contract
  • Some summer work may be available
  • Standard office environment
  • Local and state-wide travel as part of service delivery
  • Some lifting and movement of materials and/or equipment typically <50 lbs.

Qualifications required:

  • Bachelors degree in Social Work preferred.
  • Valid Minnesota Department of Education School Social Work License
  • State of Minnesota Board of Social Work License
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
  • Others with experience in mental health fields will be considered.

 

Salary Range:
$49,591 – $88,577 (based on the MTA salary schedule)

Eligible Employee Benefits include:

  • Teacher Retirement Associations (TRA) Retirement Pension
  • 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Fully Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Holidays
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • And Much More

Application Deadline:
April 21, 2025 or until filled.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org Please upload transcripts and 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

This position will be filled on the basis of the experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

 

English Language Arts Teacher

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English Language Arts Teacher 
Prairie Winds Middle School
 
A  position as a full-time (1.00 FTEs) English Language Arts Teacher is available at Prairie Winds Middle School beginning August 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.

Summary of Duties:   
This position includes teaching 8th grade English Language Arts at the middle school level.

Qualifications Required:
Valid MN licensure in English/Language Arts required.

Salary Range:
$49,591 – $88,577 (based on the MTA salary schedule)

Eligible Employee Benefits include:

  • Teacher Retirement Associations (TRA) Retirement Pension
  • 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
  • Medical Coverage
  • Fully Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Holidays
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • And Much More

    Application Deadline:  
    May 1, 2025, or until filled.

    Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org. Please upload transcripts and 3 current letters of recommendation to your online application.

    This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District.  District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.

Graduate Teaching Fellowships, Elementary

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Openings

2025-26 Graduate Teaching Fellowships

Minnesota State University, Mankato

 

Openings are available for the Graduate Teaching Fellow Program (classroom experience while working on a masters degree program in Education).  Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Teaching degree in Elementary Education.

Seniors in a teacher education program who will complete all requirements for a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Teaching degree and obtain appropriate Minnesota teacher licensure by August, 2025, or recent teacher education graduates (who have not held regular teaching appointments) are eligible to apply.  Application deadline:  March 24, 2025, or until filled.

Teaching Fellow positions are available in the following participating Minnesota Educators Partnership (MEP) districts (posting will be updated as more information becomes available):

Elementary, Faribault Public Schools

Elementary, Mankato Area Public Schools

Elementary, Tri-City United Public Schools

Elementary, Waseca Public Schools

 

Openings subject to change depending on staffing.

For more information about the TOSA/Fellows program and the application form, please visit our website, https://ed.mnsu.edu/centers-offices-college-of-education/center-for-educator-partnerships-and-student-support/tosa-and-fellow-program/.  To request printed application materials, please contact Jill Ryan, Center for Educator Partnerships and Student Support, 115 Armstrong Hall, Mankato, MN  56001, (507) 389-1217, email:   [email protected]