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Early Childhood Family Education Teacher .74 FTE

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Position: .74 FTE Early Childhood Family Education Teacher

Location: Early Childhood Center

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes are designed for parents/caregivers and child(ren) age birth to 5 years. ECFE is a program of Alexandria Public Schools Community Education.

Primary Responsibilities:

Implement inclusive, effective practices promoting equity for families.
Build positive relationships through intentional adult-child interactions.
Create a safe environment supporting play-based learning and curiousity.
Plan and implement research-based curriculum aligned with the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress.
Deliver culturally responsive and relevant learning experiences for all families.
Foster meaningful engagement in early education setting.
Guide the work of support staff in the classroom(s).
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Life Education, Child Development, or a related field
Current Minnesota Early Childhood Education teaching license
Benefits:

Sick leave based on the minimum standards of the Earned Sick and Safe Time law
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
MN Paid Leave

 

School Readiness Teacher (Preschool) .75 FTE

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Position: .75 FTE School Readiness Teacher

Location: Early Education Center

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

Programs at the Early Education Center support children and parents with a healthy start to their educational journey as they prepare their minds and bodies for their experience in Kindergarten. Teachers are committed to put children’s natural curiosity to use through the exploration of problem-solving strategies, critical thinking, cause and effect relationships, pre-writing and reading skills and more complex social skills. Both indoor and outdoor environments allow for learning in all developmental domains.

Hours:
Tuesdays and Thursdays:  7:30am – 3pm
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays:  7:30am – 11:45am
(+4.75 hrs prep/week)

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 reinstruction or need for new approach; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach 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.
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.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $656.25 per month
Kavira Health
Dental Insurance
District contribution of $30 per month
9.75 sick leave days per year
1.5 personal leave days per year
$50,000 Group Term Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Aflac offerings:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
2% 403b match upon completion of probationary period

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Minnewaska Area School’s main office is located in Glenwood, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 1360 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

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

City Websites:   https://www.ci.glenwood.mn.us/

https://starbuckmn.gov/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Minnewaska Area School Board seeks a superintendent with proven leadership experience who:

  • Demonstrates expertise in educational financial management, ensuring strategic allocation of resources and robust oversight of budgeting processes
  • Upholds the highest standards of integrity, fostering ethical practices
  • Delivers clear, confident, and flexible communication that is thoughtfully adapted to meet the needs of various audiences and situations
  • Maintains consistent visibility and accessibility, actively engaging with the school board, faculty, learners, families, and community members to foster collaboration and support
  • Collaborates constructively with the school board, presenting well-considered options and insightful recommendations to facilitate effective decision-making
  • Builds trust and fosters cooperative relationships with a wide range of groups and communities

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $150,000 – $175,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. Additional benefits available may include Health, Life, and Long-term disability insurance; 403(b); and more.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 25, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA’s Executive Search Service uses an online application process. Applicants may begin their application at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, a completed application file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on March 25, 2026.

Contact Lee Warne at 507-828-2468 ([email protected]) with questions.  Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Minnewaska Area Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.

School Social Worker 1.0 FTE

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Position: School Social Worker

Building Location: Voyager Elementary

Total FTE: 1.0

Bargaining Unit: Education Minnesota Alexandria

FLSA Status: Exempt

 

Essential Functions:

Deliver small group and whole group instruction in collaboration with classroom teachers; implement lesson plans on Social Emotional Learning; develop and determine methods, approaches, and social-emotional learning instruction; maintain a classroom environment and small groups 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.

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, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Choose from 3 plan offerings
District contribution of $800 per month
Kavira Health
Dental Insurance
District contribution of $40 per month
13 sick leave days per year
2 personal leave days per year
$50,000 Group Term Life Insurance paid for by the District
Long-Term Disability
Employees are required to enroll and pay for this benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost to employees
Voluntary Benefits (Employee-Paid):
Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Vision insurance
Pet insurance
Aflac offerings:
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Accident
Ben Extend
2% 403b match upon completion of probationary period

Superintendent

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The Osakis Public School District seeks a superintendent whose leadership reflects the district’s vision of
empowerment, engagement, well‑being, and excellence. This profile describes the qualities and expectations of
the ideal candidate. It reflects a leader who collaborates well, communicates openly, supports high‑quality
instruction, and uses resources wisely to support the district’s continued commitment to excellence.

Salary and Benefits: A competitive salary and benefits package, with a salary range between $140,000 and $155,000.

BetterU Solutions has been selected to assist the School Board in securing and screening applicants. All questions should be directed to Wade McKittrick at [email protected]. Applicants are requested not to contact school board members. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by March 21, 2026 by 11:59 p.m.

K-12 Principal

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Position Title: K–12 Principal
School District: Chokio-Alberta Public School
Location: Chokio, Minnesota
Reports To: Superintendent of Schools
Position Type: 210 Day Contract or negotiable

Position Summary:
Chokio-Alberta Public School is seeking a highly qualified and student-centered K–12 Principal to serve as the instructional and administrative leader of the school. The Principal is responsible for providing leadership in curriculum, instruction, assessment, student services, staff supervision, and daily building operations. In this small-school setting, the Principal works closely with students, staff, families, and the community to ensure a safe, supportive, and high-quality educational environment for all learners.

Major Responsibilities:
Instructional Leadership
Provide leadership for the implementation and continuous improvement of curriculum, instruction, and assessment across all grade levels.
Supervise and evaluate instructional staff in accordance with district policy, collective bargaining agreements, and Minnesota statutes.
Promote effective instructional practices and professional growth aligned with district goals and state standards.
Utilize student performance data to guide decision-making and improve academic outcomes.
School Climate and Student Support
Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment that supports academic success and student well-being.
Support student behavior, attendance, and engagement using developmentally appropriate and restorative practices.
Collaborate with student support services to meet the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
Personnel Leadership
Supervise, support, and evaluate licensed and non-licensed staff.
Promote a collaborative school culture focused on continuous improvement and shared leadership.
Participate in hiring, orientation, and retention of staff as assigned.
Operations and Administration
Oversee daily building operations, including scheduling, supervision, safety procedures, and facility use.
Ensure compliance with district policies, Minnesota Department of Education requirements, and applicable state and federal laws.
Assist with budget development, fiscal oversight, and resource management as assigned by the Superintendent.
Family and Community Relations
Maintain effective communication with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members.
Serve as a positive representative of the school and district within the community.
Encourage family and community engagement in school programs and activities.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications, in accordance with district policy.

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, résumé, copy of Minnesota administrative license, transcripts, and references as directed by the district.