Full-time (1.0 FTE) Long-Term Substitute Secondary Math Teacher at Faribault High School. This position commences with the 2023-2024 school year on approximately November 1, 2023 until approximately January 19, 2024.
Southeast
REACH Teacher
Position Information: 1.0 FTE
Position Summary:
The REACH Program is a voluntary, in-school program designed to assist students who may need support academically, socially and/or emotionally. The goal of the program is to help at-risk students experience success by learning new life skills to overcome barriers and challenges present in their lives. The REACH Program not only supports these students academically through differentiated instruction, but also helps the students to build skills necessary to reach high school graduation and become successful adults after graduation. Students in this program work closely with the team of Administration, Social Worker, Counselors and students’ families.
The acronym REACH describes the focus of the program:
Relationships – A safe place for students to belong and support each other.
Education – Academic support with the goal of graduation.
Accountability – A support network committed to helping students succeed.
Character – Skill-building activities that encourage positive academic and personal growth.
Hard Work – An atmosphere that encourages increasing the level of expectations
Qualifications:
Any secondary teachers license will be considered
Elementary Music Teacher; Part Time
Nerstrand Elementary School is looking for a part-time music teacher. Our students have music everyday. Come join our “little school by the Big Woods.”
Teacher Development, Recruitment and Human Capital Specialist (HR)
We’re seeking a Talent Acquisition. Recruitment and Human Capital (HR) Specialist! The right person will be excited at the chance to put their HR expertise, collaborative skills and passion for learning to use in this mission-driven organization. This is a great position for someone who wants to take on a broad spectrum of people-focused work in a critical cross-organizational role. We are a school district who is passionate about hiring people that think bigger and differently about what is possible, grounded in a strong commitment to both equity and learning.
The Talent Development, Recruitment, and (HR) Human Capital Specialist is responsible for developing a comprehensive recruitment, retention and employer branding strategy for Red Wing Public Schools along with proactively performs professional functions of the day to day operation of the Human Resources Department. This includes the administration of an effective and efficient service-oriented human resources office, development and implementation of appropriate personnel guidelines, processes and procedures in accordance with Board policy, administrative regulations, and negotiated contract provisions for employees and employee groups. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this position will work closely with district leadership including the Director of Communications, the Specialist will increase awareness and knowledge about Red Wing Public Schools through site visits, events, correspondence and other marketing such as digital and print medial. Establishing new partnerships with colleges, universities and educational organizations while also cultivating and managing existing relationships is essential. The Specialist will be a strategic thinker with the ability to identify and attract top talent and have a passion for building strong teams.
Under limited supervision, areas of responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to recruitment/selection systems, annual staff planning, onboarding, performance management and merit, benefit administration, employee leave administration, employee relations, certification and licensure administration, HRIS, negotiations, and related work as apparent or assigned. The Talent Development, Recruitment, and (HR) Human Capital Specialist shall apply and share higher levels of knowledge and skill, exercise independent judgment, and initiate independent action in fulfillment of the goals and responsibilities of this position.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruitment
Develop and implement new and creative ways to attract, recruit, hire and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce for our organization.
Develop and execute short and long-term talent acquisition strategies, including branding, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding; take steps to ensure positive candidate experience.
Develop and directs high impact recruitment and staffing plans for new hires which includes developing a talent pipeline of qualified internal and external candidates.
Designs and implements diversity initiatives integrated into the recruitment and retention processes.
Monitors operational, organizational and technology changes to ensure that recruitment and staffing goals support the District’s strategic plan goals on an ongoing basis.
Creates appropriate job descriptions and assists in redefining job descriptions as needed.
Provide training and direction to district leadership and hiring managers on recruiting, hiring, and developing strategies including implementation of an employee lifecycle processes.
Provide tracking and reporting to management to identify recruiting needs and progress.
Manage team morale and engagement.
Promote teamwork within the organization, including hiring, on-boarding, and retention of top talent.
Develops and maintains professional relationships with college, university and community college placement offices, teacher preparation program leadership and various agencies that assist in providing applicants to the schools and to grow awareness of Red Wing Public Schools.
Coordinate and participate in college and university career programs, recruitment, job fairs, seminars and relevant conferences, training programs or workshops.
Manage the effective and timely marketing of applications for vacant positions, review of applications/interview of applicants; and recommendations of candidates.
Coordinates and continues to improve the employee onboarding process.
Keep abreast of current research, trends, programs, best practices and materials.
Monitors recruitment budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, revenues are recorded, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.
Communicates with employees, departments, administrators, applicants and the public for the purpose of providing information and assistance concerning employment, recruitment and anticipated staffing needs.
Develop creative employer branding content and materials including use of social media, publication of recruitment and retention articles, photos, videos, and maintenance of HR website for ensuring effective communication.
Staffing
Monitors a wide variety of programs, including but not limited to recruiting, student teacher candidates/internships, teacher licensing, alternate route certification and employee assistance program for the purpose of ensuring district compliance with established guidelines.
Maintain an accurate district-wide staffing database.
Refines processes, procedures and programs related to employee transfers, promotional and placements.
Provide information to other administrators and departments related to current staffing levels/assignments, budgetary allowances/constraints on staffing, budget proposals and justification for staffing increases, compensation, contractual benefits, etc.
Manage the coordination of the employee performance management process.
Participates in a variety of cross-functional meetings for the purpose of conveying and gathering information regarding a wide variety of subjects required to carry out administrative responsibilities and supporting the strategic plan and other district initiatives.
Conducts follow up visits with new hires to facilitate problem solving and assist employees with a smooth transition to Red Wing Public Schools.
Development and maintenance of a comprehensive employee recognition program.
Assist in the development and coordination in district employee mentorship programs and succession planning.
3. Resources ManagementPreparation and issuance of contracts/assignments for employees.
Renewal and maintenance of all records pertaining to the certification of all certified staff.
Manage the substitute service for all employee groups.
Oversight of the district’s benefits implementation.
Maintain and administer an effective and efficient service-oriented human resources office.
Promoting the full, efficient use of the District’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS) within the department, and effective integration of the HRIS with other administrative software used in the District as needed.
Compile and maintain accurate and current employee records and personnel data. Administering appropriate policies and regulations for personnel services, including staff recruitment, appointment, and evaluation; employee evaluation, discipline, and promotion, transfer, or termination, health records, attendance and professional development.
The development and implementation of appropriate personnel guidelines and procedures.
Compiling and evaluating personnel data for summary reports and program proposals for improvement, including: staff absence, fringe benefits, compensation, and personnel needs, both short and long range.
Preparation of appropriate personnel motions for administrative recommendation and Board of Education approval.
Interpret Board policy, administrative regulations, personnel procedures, and negotiated collective bargaining agreements for employees and employee groups.
Ensure the data privacy and confidentiality of all personnel records and information.
Labor Relations
Administer all temporary and long term employee leave provisions.
Serves as a member of the Board of Education personnel committee, meet and confer committees and negotiation teams as designated by the Superintendent.
Ensuring the consistent and fair administration and interpretation of personnel policies, regulations, procedures and negotiated collective bargaining agreements. This may involve completing employee investigations, writing reports of findings and making recommendations.
Responsible for responding to all inquiries but not limited to: employee relations concerns, FMLA, FLSA, Title VII, ADA, policies, and workers.
Serves as the district’s Human Rights Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the district.
Performs all benefits administration (healthcare, flexible spending, dental, life, long term disability and worker’s compensation) to include compilation and updates of employee and retiree information; claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and communicating benefit information to employees; maintains contributions and matching benefits for retirement and flexible spending accounts according to policy and federal guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of Minnesota school specific and general human resources laws, rules, regulations, requirements and guidelines; thorough knowledge of human resources practices and procedures including recruitment, selection, employer branding and retention strategies, wage and salary administration and professional licensure; thorough knowledge of school district organizations, functions, operations and jobs; thorough knowledge of district policies, practices, procedures, handbooks and manuals; thorough skill in the use of personal computers and related software packages, hardware and peripheral equipment; thorough skill using HRIS systems; through skill using standard school employee absences software; thorough skill using standard finance and accounting software; evidence of excellent human relations skills, including ability to facilitate the work of teams; ability to understand and apply governmental accounting practices in maintenance of financial records; ability to present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to prepare and administer personnel policies, practices and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, associates and the general public. Must have the ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings and/events; communicating with diverse groups and individuals; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances and to adapt to changing work priorities. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, build positive relationships and reliable and consistent attendance.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with coursework in required in human resources, business administration, or related field and moderate experience required. Master’s degree preferred. A minimum of three years in progressively responsible human resource roles required; experience in the public sector preferred. 3+ years of experience in Labor Relations and Employee Relations
Physical Requirements: This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires sitting and using hands to finger, handle or feel and occasionally requires standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
Elementary Assistant Principal
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 of Academics – Elementary Education
Rochester Public Schools is hiring a Director of Academics – Elementary Education to lead implementation of a comprehensive system of professional development, curriculum, instruction, and assessment for elementary schools. This position fills a critical leadership role for the district while supervising a capable team of implementation specialists and instructional coaches. In a typical day, this person might lead a PD session for a group of teachers, liaise with principals on curriculum needs, meet with a workgroup about evaluating and selecting curriculum, and assist a group of teachers with making meaningful decisions based on assessment results.
The Director will be critical in supporting implementation of a key initiative of the school district’s strategic plan, which can be found here: https://www.rochesterschools.org/about-us/rps-strategic-plan.
Rochester Public Schools has joined a consortium of innovative school districts in the United States and Canada called the Deeper Learning Dozen that are committed to bring deeper learning to life for every student. The partners in the initiative conceptualize deeper learning as a series of educational experiences that combine mastery, identity, and creativity. For more on this emerging understanding of deeper learning, please visit the Deeper Learning Dozen’s website at https://www.deeperlearningdozen.org. In coordination with a team, the Director will play an important role in realizing this vision.
The successful applicant for the position will be:
- Comfortable working with teachers, principals, staff, families, and community member
- Enjoy teaching and assisting others in effectively using data to make instructional decisions
- Enjoy working with curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment, and bringing them together in innovative ways
Self-motivated and able to direct their own work.
Rochester Public Schools recognizes that not every talent is backed by a resume that checks every box on our job description. If you think you are right for the job, we still encourage you to apply. We recognize that expertise is gained in many ways, and we strongly value diversity of life experiences.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Directs the planning and implementation of professional development opportunities for instructional staff
- Provide strong, direct instructional leadership and lead change in the schools and the district.
- Ability to facilitate the development, revision, and coordinates efforts for improved learning outcomes and staff development
- Develops positive relationships and initiates activities to maximize effective planning, programming, and cooperation among schools, district staff, the community at large, and institutions of higher education.
- Provides vision, direction, management and oversight for all aspects of the elementary and early childhood programs, including goals; budgets; curriculum; student assessment; program evaluation; data collection and analysis; school improvement plans; compliance; and the selection, allocation, development and supervision of personnel.
- Collaborates with District Cabinet members, Principals, Teachers and district staff.
- Maintains current knowledge of effective instructional strategies and practices that support, enhance program effectiveness, and results in better learning outcome
- Plans, organizes, leads and implements changes relating to curriculum, instructions, professional development and assessment.
- Responds to parent or staff concerns as needed to facilitate problem solving
- Comprehensive knowledge of the school district’s strategic plan;
- Ability to inform and collaborate with school administrators based on research;
- Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor and assess new and/or current school-based programs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community stakeholders, administrators, teachers, and staff.
- Provides direct supervision of instructional coaches and other related staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned