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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

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High School Principal (7-12)

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Essential Functions

·         Provides leadership to staff, students, and community in alignment with the District mission, vision, and strategic plan

·         Fosters a positive school culture that promotes an environment of responsibility and respect

·         Sets high standards and expectations for all students and staff for superior academic, arts, and activities

·         Coordinates and leads the development of a comprehensive high school curriculum, including oversight of graduation requirements, standards, and ceremonies

·         Ensures that programs implement leading-edge technology and purposeful educational practices and programs that address the range of skills and developmental needs of each student

·         Responsible for the recruitment, selection and hiring, and support of all high school staff; clearly articulates roles and responsibilities and high expectations for job performance; supervises all assigned personnel, observing students and staff regularly to ensure performance measures are met, encouraging accountability, growth, and excellence

·         Regularly evaluates all staff and provides effective staff development that addresses the needs of staff; provides coaching and assistance to staff in need of performance improvement – Helps staff establish rigorous, measurable goals

·         Develops and implements an effective communications plan that creates an intentional collaboration among stakeholders (staff, students, parents, and community) serves as the primary spokesperson concerning building-level issues, keeping parents informed of school-related activities and student performance

·         Collaborates and works closely with district administration in matters impacting the district as a whole; participates in district-wide decision making, committees, and meetings to provide input, analysis, recommendation, and assist in the implementation of district-wide initiatives concerning staff development, curriculum, and programs

·         Approaches discipline consistently and fairly and thoroughly documents disciplinary actions

·         Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents and follow through in a timely manner

·         Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints

·         Fosters a shared commitment to high academic achievement and character development for all students and staff

·         Performs other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent and School Board.
Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty or responsibility.

Executive Director

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Reports to: CRSS Board of Directors

Supervises: All professional, paraprofessional, administrative, and support personnel attached to Cannon River Stem School.

Evaluation: The Director’s Performance Evaluation system is based the Director’s Job Description and a mutually agreed upon set of Performance Goals, that identifies indicators, markers, results, findings, outcomes, improvements, or other metrics that indicate the Director’s degree of success in meeting his/her Professional Performance Goals. The indicators will be identified at the same time the Professional Performance Goals are adopted and they will be used in both a mid-year formative Professional Performance evaluation and for an end of year summative Professional Performance evaluation.

Purpose: Cannon River STEM School’s vision is to become an innovative leader in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) in Minnesota while creating a community of students who love to learn. The Executive Director believes in and guides the implementation of this vision.

Goals and Objectives:

  • Provide leadership for the school’s shared vision and values.
  • Provide leadership for the school’s short- and long-term planning, including strategic planning.
  • Implement school policy and provide necessary planning for enrollment, development, and outreach to support the school’s financial health.
  • Oversee quality and continuous improvement of the School’s curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
  • Act as the school’s spokesperson with internal and external communities.
  • Forge and sustain relationships with the school’s external partners, including neighboring schools, donors, and local community organizations; understand their needs; and communicate them to the school staff and the Board of Directors.
  • Serve as the parent contact for school-wide matters or concerns.
  • Manage successful parent and community relationships.
  • Resolve conflicts with parents and support organizational learning to prevent similar conflicts in the future.
  • Effectively manage professional development of teachers, paraprofessional, and administrative and operational staff.
  • Effectively identify and manage all legal and compliance issues.
  • Provide timely reporting to the Board of Directors on whole-school initiatives and issues.
  • Participate actively in and support the finance committee.
  • Develop, manage and oversee the school’s budget and manage all school finances.
  • Attend all Board-related meetings, functions, and events.
  • Understand the community in which Cannon River STEM School operates.
  • Ensure that Cannon River STEM School meets or exceeds state and authorizer educational standards.
  • Maintain ongoing continuing education requirements for appropriate licensure.
  • Oversee and Manage all personnel and human resources activities of the school.
  • Draft and provide all necessary reports and other information to the School’s Authorizer.
  • Be familiar with the requirements of Minnesota Statutes Section 124E and assist the Board in maintaining full compliance with the Statutes at all times.
  • Be familiar with the contract between the School and it’s Authorizer and assist the Board in being in full compliance with the contract at all times.
  • Carry out Executive Director Duties, as assigned.

High School Science Teacher

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Caledonia Public School District has an opening for a full-time high school science teacher for 2022-2023 school year.  The position consists of 3 sections of Science 9 & 2 high school electives. (Tentative until master schedule is finalized.)  Applicants must have a Minnesota license or be eligible to obtain a Minnesota license by the beginning of the 2022-23 school year. Please complete a Certified Staff Employment Application located under the Human Resource tab of the school district website and include a resume, cover letter, copy of license, and three letters of recommendation to:  Caledonia Area Middle/High School, Mr. Nathan Boler, 825 North Warrior Avenue, Caledonia, MN 55921 or email [email protected]  Application deadline: April 20, 2022, or until the position is filled.

Special Education Evaluator

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Qualifications:

  • Valid MN Special Education License
  • Previous experience working with a variety of special needs desired
  • Knowledge and understanding of child find and special education due process
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Skill in administering and writing assessment reports within the timelines

Responsibilities:

  • The Special Education Evaluator works collaboratively with special education teams to conduct educational evaluations in order to inform the design of specialized instruction to students with disabilities.
  • Administer academic assessments to identify strengths and needs in the areas of academic skills and additional areas identified by the student’s educational team.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with students, school staff, and parents regarding students’ special education needs.
  • Adhere to due process timelines and complete special education paperwork in compliance with MDE standards.
  • Other job related duties as assigned

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD PRESCHOOL PARAPROFESSIONALS

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Caledonia Area Public School District is looking for two full-time early childhood preschool paras.  We are looking for patient individuals who enjoy working with children and who work well with others. Required hours are Monday-Friday, 7:45am-2:45pm. If hired, the district will provide a basic Minnesota Competency exam for individuals who do not have a two-year Associate’s Degree or 60 college credits.  If interested in this position, submit your cover letter, employment application (located under the Human Resources tab of the school district website), resume and references to:  Caledonia Area Elementary, Ms. Gretchen Juan, Community Education Director, 511 West Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921.  If you have any questions, please contact Gretchen at 507-725-5139 or email:  [email protected]  Application deadline: April 25, 2022

3K PRESCHOOL TEACHER FOR HAND IN HAND PRESCHOOL

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Caledonia Area Community Education has an opening for a 3-year-old preschool teacher for the Hand in Hand Preschool Program. Required hours are Monday-Thursday 7:45am-3:00pm. The preschool teacher must have a two-year degree in early childhood or related field, minimally.  Previous experience teaching preschool is a plus. If interested in this position, submit your cover letter, employment application (located under the Human Resources tab of the school district website), resume and references to:  Caledonia Area Elementary, Ms. Gretchen Juan, Community Education Director, 511 West Main Street, Caledonia, MN 55921.  If you have any questions, please contact Gretchen at 507-725-5139 or email:  [email protected]  Application deadline:  April 25, 2022.