Southeast

Retail Catering & Food Truck Cook – Northgate Café (Davis Center)(101449)

June 24, 2024 by Minneapolis public schools

Come join the fun, fast-paced, and friendly atmosphere with our Catering Team at the Northgate Cafe, located at our Central Office.

This position works at the Davis Center from 6:30 AM – 3 PM (8 hours daily) for 52 weeks.

**Valid driver’s license required**

Pay Range: $18.86-$20.99 DOE

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, prepares food for catering and retail food service for the Davis Center Café, Street Eats food truck and for catering events within and outside of the school district; ensures all food is prepared in compliance with health and safety regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performs food preparation tasks according to planned catering schedule; short-order cooks food prepared from scratch for retail and catering customers.
Performs work within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies and quality standards.
Reads and follows Banquet Event Orders and coinciding recipes.
Prepares, seasons, marinates, cooks, meats, and vegetables for use in catered meals.
Cook, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, or shred, meats, fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients.
Evaluates quality of food for flavor and appearance to ensure that items are acceptable for catering and cafe customers.
Inspects food items for the purpose of verifying quantity, quality, and specifications of orders to meet preparation needs and comply with mandated health and food safety standards.
Cleans and maintains equipment and food preparation and storage areas in a sanitary condition to meet mandated health standards.
Reports equipment needs and malfunctions to the Catering and Retail Food Service Coordinator.
Ensures compliance with all MPS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State of Minnesota Departments of Education and Health, Child Nutrition Program, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) procedures, policies, and standards.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and MPS information.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis.
At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines

High School diploma/GED; AND three (3) years of demonstrated experience in large-scale food preparation facilities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Knowledge of:

Federal, state, and local codes and regulations governing food handling and public nutrition services.
Complex institutional food preparation equipment.
Safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution and storage.
Methods, materials, and practices of volume food preparation.
Retail short-order cooking methods and procedures.
Principles and practices of effective customer service.
Environmentally responsible and resource-efficient food preparation.
Skill in:

Food preparation techniques and practices.
Efficient and effective use of complex food preparation equipment.
Safely using kitchen tools and equipment, and specialized safety testing and analysis tools.
Performing general math calculations, and inventory and records management tasks.
Reviewing operations, identifying potential food safety hazards, and verifying MPS compliance with state and Federal regulations.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients.
Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required. A State Food Handler’s permit (Serv Safe Certification) must be obtained prior to completion of the probationary period.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a commercial food service and kitchen work environment; moderate physical requirements, with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50-pound containers of food preparation materials and equipment; may require working in a walk-in freezer. Eligibility for the position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.

Technology Coordinator

June 24, 2024 by Chatfield IDS 227

The Technology Coordinator is responsible for providing district-wide technical support to students and staff concerning all technology related issues as well as assisting with data management and reporting as directed by the Director of Technology.

Qualification Requirements
Prefer a two-year vocational certificate or AA degree in computer science, information technology, programming, computer networking or related area and two years’ experience in the area of information technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the skills needed to perform the work. Data management experience strongly preferred.

Curriculum Specialist – Multilingual Education Initiatives

June 21, 2024 by Southeast Service Cooperative

Curriculum Specialist – Multilingual Education Initiatives

The Southeast Service Cooperative seeks a full-time (40hrs/week) Multilingual Curriculum Specialist to support a Closing Educational Opportunity Gaps (CEOG) Grant funded by the Minnesota Department of Education. It is anticipated that the grant will be funded for two years (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026). The Multilingual Curriculum Specialist will play a critical role in advancing equitable instructional practices for multilingual learners within Minnesota schools. Primary responsibilities include leading the development, implementation, and dissemination of high-quality instructional materials and resources.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with content experts, educators, and administrators to design an open-access repository of research-based instructional materials aligned to Minnesota State Standards
Ensure that materials are aligned with WIDA English Language Development Standards and address the academic strengths and needs of multilingual learners at multiple proficiency levels
Develop cross-curricular common formative language assessments to support all language domains
Provide professional development sessions on curricular implementation for educators and administrators.
Foster a culturally and linguistically responsive approach to teaching and learning
Create resources and learning opportunities to support schools with selecting and implementing high-quality instructional materials based on need/context
Develop role-based toolkits for various school personnel (administrators, counselors, teachers, information and technology specialists, and educational support professionals)
Outline evidence-based practices and legal responsibilities related to multilingual education
Create turn-key resources that can be localized to support schools and families
Facilitate reciprocal engagement between schools and multilingual families regarding curriculum options in multiple languages
Collaborate on research and dissemination plan for project information
Attend virtual and in-person meetings with the Project Director and Project Team
Other duties may be assigned given project needs and the applicant’s interests and expertise

Skills and Qualifications

MA or PhD in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field
Experience designing, selecting and implementing curriculum resources for multilingual learners
Robust knowledge of culturally and linguistically responsive curriculum design
Robust knowledge and experience implementing the 2020 WIDA English Language Development framework
Ability to apply inclusive and accessible design features to all content
Technology literacy, including word processing and various other software (e.g. Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.)
Ability to understand and manage key project or program metrics
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow consistent procedures
Exceptional time management skills to meet project deadlines and milestones
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Passion for education, multilingual learners, and equity in education
Valid MN Driver’s License and ability to travel throughout Minnesota

Compensation: Salary and benefits commensurate with Southeast Service Cooperative compensation guidelines based primarily on education and experience, with a range between $80,000 and $90,000.

Work Environment: This position will primarily work remotely, but will be required to attend occasional meetings at the Southeast Service Cooperative office in Rochester, MN based on job duties. The Southeast Service Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We serve diverse communities across Southeastern Minnesota, and we strive to have our employees reflect the communities in which we partner. We encourage candidates who speak multiple languages to join us as we recognize that many of the communities we work with have significant language diversity. We recognize that a variety of experiences can prepare applicants to be successful in this work and we are committed to the holistic evaluation of all applicants for this position.

How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Applications are due by July 5, 2024.

English/Language Arts Teacher

June 18, 2024 by Owatonna Public Schools

We are looking for a highly motivated and collaborative teacher who is willing to utilize innovative teaching strategies to prepare students for college and careers. Candidate must be willing to work with teams of teachers, be an excellent communicator, be highly organized, successful in building and maintaining strong relationships with all students, and data driven.