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Principal of Secondary Programs (Alternative Learning and Career/Tech Programs)

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

The secondary principal leads alternative learning and career and technical education programs for Intermediate School District 917 focused on implementation of the district’s core values. In this role the administrator focuses on leading, modeling, and encouraging staff and students to live into the core values. Of particular focus in site level leadership are the core values of communication, innovation, collaboration, integrity, and personalization. The leader directs the implementation of educational programming, including academic as well as social/emotional learning, oversees staff and students, and ensures district as well as state and federal policy and procedures are followed. The principal plays a vital role in providing leadership to create and sustain an environment that is focused on stewardship, equity, and diversity.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide leadership focused on collaboration with DCTC and community partners including member districts as well as amplifying student voice and engaging parents and families.
  • Providing overall direction of the program personnel and students for daily operations.
  • Guide continuous improvement of programs by utilizing data to inform programming decisions based on multi-tiered systems of support to plan for staff and student success.
  • Facilitate activities for student learning and staff professional development.
  • Provide supervision, evaluation, and support for staff, including recruitment and retention.
  • Act as the primary liaison between sites, other district programs, member district staff, students, and families.
  • Consult, communicate, and work cooperatively with teams to provide appropriate programming for students and maintain a positive environment, including facilitation of a variety of meetings.
  • Proven experience implementing and facilitating career and technical education including Perkins Career and
  • Technical Education grant and programming that includes leveraging relationships with industry, member districts, and higher education.
  • Comply with School Board policies and administrative practices, including those procedures outlined in the staff culture guide and student handbook.
  • Develop and maintain budgets.
  • Provide physical site management to maintain safety of all students, staff, and the environment.
  • Use flexible thinking and adaptability to address student needs and respond with composure in crisis, when necessary.
  • Other duties, as assigned.

Family and Consumer Science Teacher

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Family and Consumer Science Teacher – Full-time (1.00 FTEs)
Dakota Meadows Middle School

A full-time (1.00 FTEs)  position as a Family and Consumer Science Teacher is available at Dakota Meadows Middle School for the 2025-26 school year.

Summary of Duties:
Applicants must be able to teach financial literacy, finances, nutrition, food preparation, human development, and personal strengths in both 7th and 8th grade.

Qualifications Required:
Valid MN License in Family and Consumer Sciences

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 all transcripts and 3 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.

For further information contact Aaron Hyer, Principal at Dakota Meadows Middle School 507-387-5077.

Superintendent

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Waterville-Elysian-Morristown (WEM) Public Schools is seeking a Superintendent as of July 1, 2025.  Candidates must possess licensure as a Superintendent in the State of Minnesota or demonstrate their ability to secure licensure by July 1, 2025. Previous experience as a superintendent is preferred but not required.

The WEM Schools Office is located in Waterville, Minnesota, approximately 30 miles East of Mankato. The WEM School District serves the communities of Waterville, Elysian and Morristown.  It serves approximately 775 students in PreK-12th grade programs.

Director of Early Learning

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Director of Early Learning
Community Education/Student Support Services

Mankato Area Public Schools has a position available for a Director of Early Learning beginning March 31, 2025. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Summary of Duties: 
The Director of Early Learning provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and program development for district-wide early childhood services. This role is responsible for supervising staff, managing operations of the Center for Learning facility, ensuring high-quality instruction, fostering community partnerships, and supporting families with children from birth to age five.  The director ensures high-quality instruction, compliance with state and federal regulations, and alignment with district goals to enhance school readiness and early learning outcomes.

Qualifications Required: 

  • Early Childhood Special Education Licensure
  • Three year teaching experience in Early Childhood Special Education
  • Pre K and/or Parent Education Licensure

Qualifications Preferred:

  • Masters Degree in Early Childhood Special Education or closely related Field (Early
  • Childhood Special Education Experience, Birth through Kindergarten)
  • Leadership or Supervisory Experience
  • Principal and/or Director of Special Education License

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board may find appropriate and acceptableEligible

Employee Benefits include:   

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

Other Information:
This is a Non-affiliated position with Category III benefits.

Annual Salary:
$116,200 – 119,100

Application Deadline: 
March 5, 2025.

Candidates should complete the online application found at www.isd77.org Please upload 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.

For further information, contact Audra Nissen Boyer, Director of Community Education at 507-387-5501 or Scott Hare, Director of Student Support Services at 507-387-1818.