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Minnesota Association of School Administrators

Wisconsin

Teacher- Grade 2

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JOB FUNCTION:
To help students master subject matter and skills in a learning environment which allows for the intellectual, physical, emotional, cultural, social and ethical growth of children in a changing world.

REPORTS TO:
Building principal or person designated by the district administrator.

SUPERVISES:
Students, student teachers or others as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The classroom teacher shall:
1. Make provisions in the classroom utilizing the philosophy that all children can learn as per mission statement.
2. Teach curriculum as per scope and sequence and/or department curriculum.
3. Modify curriculum as appropriate and as needed in the curriculum review cycle.
4. Provide an appropriate opportunity for students to master the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards.
5. Provide in a timely fashion the necessary documentation for completing the materials adoption process when appropriate.
6. Develop, implement and evaluate personal and professional instructional goals with the assistance of the building principal as part of ongoing staff development.
7. Identify and provide a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
8. Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence of preparation per building procedures.
9. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, consistent with the district’s philosophy, and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students.
10. Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s educational philosophy and instructional goals and objectives.
11. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
12. Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
13. Develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and related procedures.
14. Maintain order in the classroom in a consistently fair and just manner.
15. Employ a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media and assessment tools.
16. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, provide timely feedback to students, and provide progress reports as required.
17. Assess student progress towards mastery of the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards as appropriate.
18. Identify any learning and behavioral difficulties of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists and the Individual Education Team meeting.
19. Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
20. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, Board policy and administrative regulation.
21. Assist the administration in implementing Board policies and rules.
22. Encourage parent/guardian involvement by taking an active role and being available to students and parents/guardians for education-related purposes when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
23. Maintain effective lines of communication among staff, parents/guardians and supervisors to assist in the education of each child.
24. Serve as a role model by demonstrating a positive attitude, appropriate dress, timeliness, proper preparation and strong work habits.
25. Be responsible for students in his/her charge and for any and all students of the school during the school day and during school functions.
26. Work cooperatively with all staff, promote interdisciplinary collaboration and be supportive of other building/district programs.
27. Take responsibility for staying professionally current.
28. Attend all building faculty, department and Individual Education Plan (IEP) staffings and meetings as required or upon request.
29. Assume all other responsibilities and perform all other duties as assigned by the building principal or person designated by the district administrator.

Dean of Students

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Job Goal:  The Dean of Students will assist the building principal in providing academic and social emotional support to students.  The Dean of Students will assist in implementation of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and will have an added emphasis in increasing social and emotional learning, student supports, and behavior coaching for students and staff.

REPORTS TO:
Building principal.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Establish and maintain positive interactions with students and families.
  • Assist the principal in maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
  • Provide building leadership in the areas of PBIS, Restorative practices, EMLSS and PLC’s.
  • Provide leadership and instruction in social, emotional, and behavior management, mental health concerns, and the impact of trauma.
  • Consult with teachers to facilitate the infusion of SEL activities and restorative measures into the regular education curriculum.
  • Work cooperatively with team members, parents, and other student support staff to meet the educational and developmental needs of individual students including referral to outside resources.
  • Provide positive support and guidance to students. Counsel individual students to resolve or remediate problems (decision making or social skills). Work with students and families to meet student needs. When appropriate, conduct sessions/interventions with students directed toward problem resolution with family problems, self-awareness, or other issues/circumstances that may arise.
  • Provide social skills instruction for students in small groups, interventions/reteaching and/or class lessons.
  • Resolve discipline problems in a fair, just and timely manner, and assist in maintaining records of disciplinary or other action taken.
  • Confer with parents, teachers, counselors, support service personnel and students on matters of discipline and welfare.
  • Serve and lead on the building PBIS and Behavior teams (also may participate in district-level related work).
  • Coordinate Functional Behavior Assessments and assist with the development and tracking of individual behavior plans.
  • Attends 504, Special Education (IEP), SST and other meetings as appropriate.
  • Assist the principal on matters of student attendance.
  • Act as the building truancy officer.
  • Coordinate the monthly “Tiger Trait” awards.
  • Assists in the administration and facilitation of state testing.
  • Assist in the interpretation and implementation of school and district programs, policies, and the procedures for students, parents, staff and community.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Teacher – Art (.70 FTE) – Willow River Elementary School

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JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Teacher – Grade 4 – EP Rock Elementary School

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JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.

The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.

Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.

Occupational Therapist

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The School District of New Richmond is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to fulfill the role as a School Based Occupational Therapist.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following:
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, and families.
Knowledge and competence in evaluating students to determine present level of functioning and need for occupational therapy services.
Provide consultative services to classroom teachers and other educational staff relative to the individual student’s functioning level in the classroom.
Design and implement therapeutic programs to assist students in achieving educational objectives.
Recommend therapy procedures designed to achieve goals of the therapy program.
Ability to communicate and team with regular education teachers and support staff to meet the needs of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
Desire to work in a collaborative setting and ensure a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes high levels of learning for all students.
Ability to co-teach with appropriate staff for the purpose of practicing generalization in skill development.
Demonstrate an understanding of the IEP process; including transition services.
Knowledgeable of current best practices in the education of students with disabilities.
Ability to complete necessary Medicaid billing, evaluations, progress notes and daily therapy notes.

Licensure:
Occupational Therapist licensure through WI Department of Public Safety and Professional Services required.
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction License O051 – Occupational Therapist.
The above licensure must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

8th Grade ELA

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Job Description – Full-Time 8th Grade ELA position beginning in the 2024-25 school year – 100% FTE

Qualifications –  The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching adolescents and the skills to guide them to success in their learning. Candidates should also have experience with data-driven decision-making, differentiation, and a desire to work in a team of collaborative, progressive thinking educators focused on the development of the whole child. Candidates must have the ability to provide a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Technology literacy is also desired.