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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

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Associate Director of Strategic Governance

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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 Governance

Description:

The Associate Director of Strategic Governance will work with the Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search and the Director of Strategic Planning & Board Leadership to:

  • Facilitate the strategic planning process for school districts.
  • Facilitate executive search services for school districts.
  • Help school districts in the areas of executive search, superintendent evaluation, board/superintendent relations, and strategic planning.
  • 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 and/or Minnesota employment-related laws is desirable.

Location and Hours:

This is a full-time position, which requires 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, August 16, 2021.

Interested candidates must submit the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Current resume
  • One current letter of recommendation

Send materials to:

Amy Taylor
1900 W. Jefferson Ave
St. Peter, MN  56082

or

[email protected]

Anticipated Start Date:
October 1, 2021
Please direct questions to Amy Taylor
[email protected]

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

MSBA is an EEO employer

Special Education Teacher

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MN New Country School (MNCS) (Kindergarten-12th Grade Public Charter School) – Henderson, MN is located in Sibley County and currently enrolls approximately 220 students.  MN New Country School offers experiential learning in a teacher led, project-based learning environment.  Learning opportunities at MNCS emphasize exploring the world through project-based learning.

Employment with MNCS offers teamwork, leadership opportunities, challenges and room to grow.  We believe that excellent teachers are critical to the success of all students, as well as creating and maintaining a safe, positive community atmosphere that and emphasizes continuous progress toward physical, emotional, and mental health.

The ideal candidate will join a team of special education teachers, on-site school social worker and counselor, a special education administrative assistant to facilitate all due process paperwork, and highly involved related providers such as the school psychologist and occupational therapist

The Special Education teacher needed for this position will be licensed in a at least two areas (EDB and LD) or as an Academic Behavior Strategist and will provide specialized instruction for students with mild to moderate disabilities (LD, OHD, ASD, or EBD).

Between the two positions, candidates with a specialty in reading instruction and positive behavior management are encouraged to apply.

The ideal applicant will have knowledge and experience in the following areas:
. reading, writing, and/or math instruction
. continuous progress monitoring
. organizational skills instruction
. use of assistive software and technology
. IEP writing and conducting evaluations
. creating schedules and managing paraprofessionals
. experience with behavior management
. excellent communication skills for collaboration with general education teachers and providing information to parents

Please submit your resume and letter of interest to:
Laura Boelter
[email protected]
507-248-3353 x237

 

Second Grade Teacher

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Position Summary:
To serve as a collaborative team member on a 2nd grade team.  Educator will ensure high levels of learning for every learner, every day.

Qualifications:
-Valid MN Elementary Teaching license.
-Commitment and belief around 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.

Interim Supervisor of School Health Services

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Position Summary:
The Supervisor of School Health Services works to identify, remove and remediate health related barriers to learning and to ensure the health and safety of students and staff. The Supervisor will plan, supervise, evaluate, and coordinate school health personnel (LPNs, RPNs and other health care professionals) and services provided for the special health needs of students at all grade levels.  Provide, maintain, and monitor a district-wide system of first aid, emergency care, medication administration, and health related procedures. Organize and lead district employee wellness efforts.

Fifth Grade Teacher

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Position Summary:
To serve as a collaborative team member on a 5th grade team.  Educator will ensure high levels of learning for every learner, every day.

Qualifications:
-Valid MN Elementary Teaching license.
-Commitment and belief around 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.

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 required.