Caledonia Middle School has an opening for a 6th grade teacher. The position is full time. The teacher would be responsible for teaching all core classes. A middle school license of science or social studies would be preferred. Applications will be accepted until May 2, 2018. Please complete an application on-line at www.cps.k12.mn.us and include a resume, application letter, copy of license, and three letters of recommendation. Contact Mary Morem, Middle/High School Principal, at 507-438-5646 or email at [email protected] with questions about the position. Submit your application materials to: Caledonia Middle/High School, Attention: Mrs. Mary Morem, 825 North Warrior Avenue, Caledonia, MN 55921
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Director, Teaching & Learning
Faribault Public Schools is seeking outstanding candidates for a full-time Director of Teaching and Learning to begin July 2018. The successful candidate for this cabinet-level position is responsible for developing and engaging faculty in initiating and supporting communities of practice in assessment and student learning. The Director will guide educators on how to effectively build, track, and revise curricular goals, learning outcomes, learning objectives and related assessments that establishes best practices and meets standards. This Director will be part of a leadership team which supports and encourages community involvement with district goals and building school/community pride. The Director provides robust support to various committees serving as either the chair or contributing member (Technology, Staff Development, Curriculum Advisory).
Faribault Public Schools is a rural Pre-K through Adult School District located about 50 miles south of the Twin-Cities. The school district currently serves approximately 3,700 students in Faribault and our surrounding areas within our community of 23,000 citizens within the city limits. District sites include one early childhood center, three elementary schools K-5, one middle school 6-8, one high school 9-12, one area learning center 9-12 and one education center for adult education.
The historic community of Faribault offers adventure, fun, unique dining, history, shopping and entertainment. Once you arrive you will experience historic landmarks, cultural and artistic gathering places in downtown, 10 lakes within 10 miles with many resorts and campgrounds, 39 beautiful parks within the city, an outdoor aquatic center, miles of bike, walking and snowmobile trails, great lodging and restaurants; enjoy year round recreations such as biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking and so much more.
Essential Functions: Plans, supervises, directs and initiates recommendations to the Superintendent of Schools concerning integration, technology, English Learners, Title, assessments, and gifted and talented goals. Directs, organizes and participates in district curriculum design, review process, instruction improvement and delivery, programs, materials and equipment selection and over all program assessments. Reviews and interprets testing data and reports results; making recommendations to the Superintendent of Schools and School Board. Oversees and develops instructional budgets; reviews and approves grants and related budgets, maintains district-wide staff development funds. Collaborates with all administrative departments to ensure robust inter-departmental communication, budgeting and protocols. Provides support to building administrators with the evaluation process of licensed staff.
Health / Physical Education Teacher
A full-time (1.0 FTE) Health/Physical Education Teacher at the Faribault Middle School. This position commences with the 2018-2019 school year on August 27, 2018.
Music – Vocal Music Teacher
Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Middle School Vocal Teacher. Responsibilities include curricular choirs in grades 6, 7, 8 with three formal concerts yearly, with the possibility of expanding extra-curricular ensembles. The qualified candidate should have proficient piano skills, demonstrated success working with middle school aged voices, excellent classroom management skills, and a strong desire to perform diverse choral music. This position commences with the 2018-19 school year on August 27, 2018.
Community Education – Kids World (School Age Care) and Facilities Program Coordinator
Thorough knowledge of –The principles and practices of school aged children’s education programs
Local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, practices and procedures applicable to program participant education
District operations and policies, practices and procedures applicable to the program
Skill collecting and disseminating data to support programming needs
Creating standard correspondence
Operating standard office equipment and related hardware and software
Curriculum design and program development
Other descriptors –Enthusiastic about providing quality childcare to Faribault families
Work directly with Kids World participants and staff
Some knowledge of early childhood education, e.g., preschool
Marketing of Kids World program to local community, must be available to represent Kids World at events to market the program with the goal of increasing enrollment
Comprehensive knowledge of professional practices applicable to school aged children’s educational programs and students
Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; compute rates, ratios and percentages; understand and apply governmental accounting practices in maintenance of financial records; create and maintain a budget
Direct and evaluate the work of staff
Express ideas effectively both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, teachers and students
Knowledge of professional development practices, staff coaching and ability to lead by example
Oversees facility management process and Community Education program software
Interacts with internal Faribault Public School staff and various community organizations to manage and coordinate facilities
Interacts with internal staff to maintain the proper use of the Community Education program software for each building
Supervise school district facilities by Community Education facility permit holders and users during non-school hours.
Middle School Principal
The Middle School Principal leads the delivery of educational programs, operations, personnel, and financial resources within the building to ensure that District policies are followed, District and state standards are achieved, and that the educational needs of all students are met.
Job Summary:
- Fosters high student achievement and provides learning experiences which help all students meet or exceed the Minnesota standards.
- Develops a safe and welcoming learning environment where all individuals are respected.
- Collaborates with building and District personnel to implement curriculum and instructional programs that support learning opportunities for all students.
- Coordinates the involvement of various building stakeholders–staff, parents/guardians, students–in the development and implementation of policies that enhance opportunities for students.
- Conducts classroom observations and evaluates the effectiveness of staff.
- Develops building processes and procedures dealing with student learning and behavior.
- Develops and administers the approved building budget and staffing.
- Makes decisions relating to human resources within the building, including but not limited to hiring, discipline, training and development, performance appraisal, and related activities.
- Is an integral member of the District leadership team, serving on building, district, and community committees.
- Develops and directs the preparation of building emergency procedures and responses with District personnel.
- Supports the maintenance and improvement of the school plant, facilities, and equipment.
- Monitors the completion of reports, records, and communications required by the District and State.
- Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.