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Special Education Teacher

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Teacher Level: All

Building Location: All

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.

Industrial Technology Teacher

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Teacher Level: Middle School

Building Location: Discovery Middle 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.

English Language Arts

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Teacher Level: Secondary

Building Location: Discovery Middle 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.

Middle School Principal

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Alexandria Public Schools is currently seeking a full-time Principal to serve the students and staff at Discovery Middle 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:

Performs complex executive work creating an environment and programming that creates the best learning environment for students in grades 6-8, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the Superintendent. Continuous supervision is exercised over those assigned to the building.

Essential Functions:

Review Curriculum; develop new schedules of course options; create 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 relation meetings; conduct parent meetings; participate in administrative planning meetings.

Education/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:

Administrative Licensure
Teachers License
Training in Special Education Due Process within 6 months
Application must include:

Cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the Middle School Principal position
Legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be an secondary principal in the state of Minnesota
Set of up-to-date credentials, including a 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 district)

Date of Closing: January 4, 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.

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Dawson-Boyd School District’s main office is in Dawson, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 610 kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://sites.google.com/dwby.k12.mn.us/isd378/

City Website: https://www.dawsonmn.com/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Dawson-Boyd School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
  • Has experience in school finance
  • Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
  • Delegates authority while maintaining accountability
  • Has knowledge of and experience with negotiations and collective bargaining
  • Is visible and accessible throughout the school district

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT: 

The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2022-23 school year is $120,000. The final compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  January 29, 2023

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at 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 29, 2023, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Dawson-Boyd 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] or 507-508-5501.

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

Long Term Substitute – Special Education Teacher

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Long Term Substitute Teacher

Special Education at Discovery Middle School

Approximate Dates: January 19 – March 20, 2023

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. Case manage Special Education Students, attend IEP meetings and complete required due process paperwork.

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.