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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

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Secondary Special Education EBD Teacher

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Position Summary:
This Special Education Teacher position is part of Owatonna High School’s Discovery program. Discovery classrooms provide trauma-responsive specialized programming and instruction for students who require support with dysregulation and displays that impact learning. Discovery teachers work closely within a team structure which includes paraprofessionals, behavior interventionists, school social workers, related service providers, and administration. Students also access general education courses as appropriate to their educational plan; the Discovery teacher plans jointly with the general education teacher to provide the accommodations and modifications necessary in order for the student to access and make progress within the general education curriculum.

All members of the Discovery program are highly trained and supported; they utilize Life Space Crisis Intervention strategies and track individual student data through the Performance Tracking System. Weekly team meetings and joint planning provide clarity and consistency for both staff and students.

Qualifications:
Valid MN Special Education Teaching – EBD or ABS licensure required.  Experience with Setting III specialized programming for students struggling with behavior and dysregulation preferred.  Consistent and reliable attendance is requir

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Waterville-Elysian-Morristown Public Schools’ main office is located in Waterville, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 750 students.

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

City Websites:  

http://cityofwaterville.com/

https://www.elysianmn.com/

http://www.morristownmn.org/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The WEM School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
  • Has experience in school finance
  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
  • Values teamwork; effectively mediates and accommodates different perspectives
  • Has experience in fundraising and/or grant writing
  • Delegates authority while maintaining accountability
  • Is a visionary, creative thinker
  • Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2021-2022 school year is $136,000. The final salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  January 3, 2022

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 the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on January 3, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “WEM Public Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).  

Please contact with any questions:  Barb Dorn, MSBA Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search, [email protected] or 507-508-5501.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

First Grade Teacher

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Position Summary:
Provide classroom instruction to first grade elementary students.

Qualifications:
-Valid MN Elementary Teaching license.
-Commitment to ensuring all students learn at high levels.
-Demonstrated use of research based instructional and engagement strategies to meet the continuum of individual learning needs.
-Ability to use data and assessments to guide instructional decisions.
-Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents and students to achieve student learning results.
-Bi-lingual skills in Spanish or Somali desired.

Communications Specialist (Part Time)

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This half-time communications specialist will develop, implement and regularly evaluate the District’s internal and external communications strategies, marketing and public relations efforts, ensuring that communication is cohesive, consistent and effective in supporting the District’s mission. This person maintains two-way communication with stakeholders using a wide range of communication tools in order to promote a positive District reputation and image, and advises the Superintendent, School Board and District administrators on matters affecting community relations. The ideal candidate will be a team player who provides both strategic and tactical communications expertise and is comfortable in a rapidly changing environment. Weekly schedules may vary and be flexible depending on both the needs of the district and of the communications specialist.

Associate Director of Strategic Planning and Board Leadership

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The Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA):

Join MSBA’s Team, Where School Boards Learn to Lead.  MSBA is a private, nonprofit organization that is a leading advocate for public education and is dedicated to supporting, promoting, and strengthening the work of public school boards.

Position:

Associate Director of Strategic Planning and Board Leadership

Description:

The Associate Director of Strategic Planning and Board Leadership will work with the Director of Strategic Planning and Board Leadership to:

  • Facilitate the strategic planning process for school districts.
  • Facilitate the self-evaluation and assessment for school boards.
  • Help school districts in the areas of strategic planning, board leadership including board/superintendent relations, board self-evaluation and assessment, and other related programs and services.
  • Support services and programs in the areas of school board/superintendent relations and school board governance.
  • Present at conferences, workshops, and in-district meetings.

Qualifications:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated presentation, project management, and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and virtual meeting platforms and survey software.
  • Experience in, or knowledge of, public education, strategic planning, and board governance is desirable.

Location and Hours:

This is a full-time position, which requires many evening and occasional weekend hours.  The work is conducted in-district, remotely, and in MSBA’s office located in St. Peter, MN.

Salary and Benefits:

$60,000 and up, dependent on qualifications, plus a generous benefits package.

Application deadline and process:

Open until filled.  Initial consideration given to applications received by Monday, November 8, 2021.

Interested candidates must submit the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Current resume
  • One current letter of recommendation
  • Three professional references

 Send materials to:
Amy Taylor
1900 W. Jefferson Ave
St. Peter, MN  56082 or
[email protected]

Anticipated Start Date:  January 3, 2022

Please direct questions to Amy Taylor [email protected]

ph: 507-934-8140, fax: 507-931-151).  Website: www.mnmsba.org

MSBA is an equal opportunity employer