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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

Southeast

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Austin Public Schools’ main office is in Austin, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 5,098 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

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

City Website:   http://www.ci.austin.mn.us

LEADERSHIP PROFILE:
The Austin Public Schools School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Promotes business and community involvement in schools
  • 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
  • Effectively mediates and accommodates different perspectives; values teamwork
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
  • Develops and directs an effective leadership team
  • Is proficient in sound fiscal management procedures, with proven experience in developing and administering a budget
  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders

Previous superintendent experience is preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:
A competitive compensation package, with a minimum salary of $155,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  January 25, 2021

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at  https://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 25, 2021, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Austin 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 Executive Search Team
[email protected]
800-324-4459, ext. 121 (MN only) or 507-508-5501 (cell).

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

Elementary Assistant Principal – Temporary

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Temporary position ending June 30, 2021

The Assistant Principal assists the Principal in managing the educational programs, operations, personnel, and financial resources within the building to ensure that district policies are followed, district and state standards are achieved, and the educational needs of all students are met.  This includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Develop a safe and welcoming learning environment where all individuals are respected.
Develops policies and procedures dealing with behavior management, and parent/student/teacher issues.
Fosters high student achievement through coordination and supervision of student personnel services to ensure that the student’s educational needs are met.  This includes counseling services, special education, Child Study Team, 504 services, social services, community referrals, and other associated services.
Coordination and monitoring of the student database, attendance procedures and records, including tardiness and filing and monitoring of truancy petitions.
Coordination and monitoring of grade reporting procedures and maintenance of student records.
Supervision and coordination of registration procedures, including preparation of registration materials and facilitation of the process with guidance personnel.
Development of the building master schedule, determining assignment of teachers, students and locations.  This includes coordination with other buildings, supervision of data input, and the computer scheduling process.
Coordination of student activity programs with faculty advisors.
Is an integral member of the district leadership team serving on district and community committees.
Coordination of building staff committees as part of the site based shared decision making plan as assigned by the principal.
Supervision of professional staff through the Individual Growth and Assessment process.
Supervision of assigned clerical and paraprofessional staff.
Recruitment, interviewing, and selection processes for building level personnel.
Public relations and communication including orientation, newsletters, and school events.
Perform other duties as apparent or assigned.

Director, Educational Technology & Innovation

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Summary of Job Duties:  The Director of Educational Technology & Innovation is the leader in the development of innovative technologies that support teaching, learning, student development and organizational operations. The Director will develop and oversee district-wide technology policies, procedures, budgets, services and facilities while working collaboratively with administration to promote effective strategies for integrating technology into the curriculum and maintaining the digital infrastructure of the district.

Essential Functions:

Provide leadership in recommending and advocating for technology resources that will transform and support instructional learning experiences.
Analyze student achievement and recommend changes and/or adjustments related to technology resources and processes; share effective technical and instructional strategies with teachers for the effective use of technology in student learning.
Lead planning, implementing, and evaluating effective use of technology for adults and students in a standards-aligned, rigorous and differentiated PreK-Adult instructional programs.
Lead all phases of evaluation, procurement, implementation and training related to data communication networks, email, telephones, voicemails, internet services, web pages, student data systems, office productivity systems, and instructional software technology.
Disseminate technology-related information throughout the district via news bulletins, electronic mail, presentations at district and building level staff meetings, etc.
Maintain a continuous improvement cycle that leads to improved alignment and impact of technology tools supporting rigorous and standards aligned learning.
Develop, promote and maintain departmental goals that are in line with District goals and objectives.
Model the effective use of technology tools and encourage appropriate use of all technology resources.
Maintain up-to-date information concerning new ideas, new equipment and new programs that will and can support the goals of the District.
Lead the ongoing assessment and evaluation of the technology programming throughout the District.
Lead the technology department team to design, implement, integrate and/or maintain technology resources across all areas.
Develop and manage department budget; lead bid process for technology equipment and supplies to be purchased, coordinate requests for hardware/software and staff development.
Establish and maintain relationships with outside vendors supplying equipment, software and services.
Provide effective leadership and support in obtaining, installing and using technology resources.
Actively participate in professional development activities to improve on best practices for technology and innovation in an educational setting.

The new director will have access to useful technology devices, along with designated funds for continued professional development. This position is supported by a caring community of colleagues who value a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to a supportive and collaborative professional environment, the city of Faribault has a number of unique characteristics:

Centrally located on I35; driving distance within an hour of Mankato, Rochester, Twin Cities
Many lakes with great fishing and boating opportunities
Revamped historical downtown with many fun shops, restaurants, brewery and distillery.
Concerts, movies, and farmers market in the park
Over 10 miles of paved bike trails within city limits; including access to the 100 mile Sakatah-Singing Hills Trail connecting from Mankato to RedWing.
Over 57 parks and amenities; including an aquatics park, BMX park, dog park, pickleball park, several outdoor ice rinks with warming houses, 743 acres of the River Bend Nature Center, and Alexander Park hosting several baseball diamonds, football and track field and the county fairgrounds.
Join an exceptional highly collaborative team of educational leaders today! Everyday our students and staff put their best Falcon foot forward.

Assistant Principal

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Two Assistant Principals are needed for the Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA) beginning as soon as possible.

Houston Public Schools is a pioneer in online education in Minnesota. While the district is located in the rural bluff country of southeast Minnesota, teachers and principals are located in various parts of the state working primarily from their homes to deliver essential content courses. These assistant principals will work primarily from his/her home office: however, some occasional travel to the Houston MNVA office and other sites will be required.