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High School English Teacher, $3000 hiring bonus – Open until filled

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The Sisseton High School serves approximately 300 students in grades 9-12.

Coaching Available: Additional coaching assignments are available. See https://www.sisseton.k12.sd.us/page/employment for more information

District Website: http://sisseton.k12.sd.us

To Apply: https://sisseton.tedk12.com/hire

This position qualifies for the Federal Student Aid Stafford Loan Forgiveness Program for Teachers. https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/teacher

Community Website: http://www.sisseton.com  Sisseton is conveniently located in the northeastern corner of South Dakota on I-29.  Established on the northern fringe of the vast Coteau des Prairies (hills of the prairie), this active community of more than 2,500 commands an idyllic position in South Dakota with a diverse economy and ease of access to six nearby state parks and recreation areas, wooded coulees, clear lakes, and rolling grasslands, as well as exceptional camping, hunting, fishing, golfing, biking and hiking opportunities.

Sisseton is 90 miles west of Alexandria, MN, 90 miles south of Fargo, ND, and 150 miles north of Sioux Falls, SD.

High School English Teacher

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Teacher Level:  Secondary

Building Location:  Alexandria Area High School

Total FTE:  1.0

Essential Functions:

Deliver classroom instruction; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate and prepare for peer evaluation process.

Supervise students during the school day according to the established building schedule; provide indirect supervision during regular school days.

Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues and approaches to instructional units; evaluate new teaching technologies and/or procedures.

Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

Elementary Principal

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Alexandria Public Schools is currently seeking a full-time Principal to serve the students and staff at Woodland Elementary School commencing July 1, 2023.

Alexandria Public Schools:

The Alexandria Public School District is the connecting hub for the communities of Alexandria, Carlos, Forada, Garfield, Miltona, Nelson and surrounding townships. With 9 exceptional schools serving over 4,000 students, our district offers a seamless system from preschool to grade 12. Our district is committed to comprehensive academic programs that foster personal growth in all students.

Job Summary:
A dynamic leader who will maximize the potential of each student and staff member as well as build strong relationships with all stakeholders. Advocate for students, staff, school, district and public education by being responsive to parents and community,
creating a welcoming climate and culture, marketing school programs, promoting and supporting parental involvement for the purpose of encouraging and promoting community involvement and outreach. Instructional leader for the site and district. Responsible
for student achievement, focused conversations with teachers, daily classroom visits, shares and models effective teaching strategies, confronts classroom mediocrity, has high expectations, provides structure, strong disciplinarian, creates and maintains positive school climate (orderly), drive to move school forward, and includes all staff in the team effort in promoting student achievement for the purpose of providing support to site staff in order to
increase student achievement.

Essential Functions:

Develop student daily schedules; create staff schedules; review and allocate budgets and resources; assign, discipline, review and conduct staff hiring. Coordinate and conduct staff observations; coordinate and schedule paraprofessional duties; supervise and coordinate secretarial staff; coordinate with lead custodian or building maintenance and facility improvements. Plan and coordinate overall building budget; approve requests and evaluate priorities for large projects. Plan and lead meetings with teaching staff and non-certified staff; attend and present at public relations

Education and Experience

Master’s degree with coursework in Education, or related field and considerable experience in classroom teaching, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements
Minnesota K-12 Principal License

Date of Closing: March 15, 2023

Alexandria Lakes Area:

Alexandria is ranked as the fastest growing micropolitan in Minnesota. Proud traditions blend well with our forward thinking. Residents enjoy the best of lake country living with the ease of urban amenities. We relish our established community as we seek out new century progress for industry, tourism, business growth, health care, housing and leisure surrounded by the splendor of Minnesota’s four seasons.

The Alexandria area has embraced the concept that learning is life-long. A multitude of educational opportunities, from birth to end of life, can be found throughout the local area. Alexandria is home to a state-of-the-art, academy-based high school and a technical and community college that boasts some of the highest retention, graduation and career placement rates in the state.

High School English Teacher

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Teacher Level:  Secondary

Building Location:  Alexandria Area High School

Total FTE:  1.0

* This position requires credentials to teach college public speaking*

Essential Functions:

Deliver classroom instruction; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate and prepare for peer evaluation process.

Supervise students during the school day according to the established building schedule; provide indirect supervision during regular school days.

Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues and approaches to instructional units; evaluate new teaching technologies and/or procedures.

Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

Grade 7 English Long Term Substitute Teacher

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Teacher Level: Grade 7 English Long Term Substitute Teacher

Building Location: Discovery Middle School

Total FTE: 1.0

Time Frame:  April 2023- June 2023 (Through end of the school year)

Essential Functions:

Deliver classroom instruction; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate and prepare for peer evaluation process.

Supervise students during the school day according to the established building schedule; provide indirect supervision during regular school days.

Collaborate with staff in evaluating individual student issues and approaches to instructional units; evaluate new teaching technologies and/or procedures.

Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, departmental meetings, grade level meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.