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Operating and Pre-Operational Schools who are MACS Members are allowed and encouraged to submit job postings on this page. This is a free service to members. All submissions will be proofed and posted within 48 hours (unless the posting occurs on a Friday or over the weekend, in which case the job posting will appear the following Monday).

For questions or changes, please contact Margaret Uttke at 651-789-3090 ext. 303, or toll free at 1-888-789-3090.

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Administrative

Position: Executive Director
School: New Spirit School - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Successful 11 year old school offers excellent career opportunity for qualified educational leader. EOE. For full details, see school website at: www.newspiritschool.com.

Contact: Josh Petitt
New Spirit School
260 Edmund Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55103
Phone Number: 651-225-9177
Fax: 651-487-7551
E-mail: jpetitt@newspiritschool.org

Application Deadline: November 28, 2008

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Position: Human Resource Management Intern
School: MN Association of Charter Schools - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

The Minnesota Association of Charter Schools is seeking a part-time intern to support its human resource management activities related to charter schools in Minnesota. This is a voluntary position that will begin in January and go through June 2009.

The human resources management intern will play an important role in the work of the Association by providing consistent and outstanding administrative and research support. He/she will have the opportunity to learn about public charter schools and the broad range of human resource issues that directly impact charter schools across the state of Minnesota.

The successful candidate will have strong oral communications, writing and research skills, will exhibit creativity and innovative thinking, and will demonstrate the ability to take direction and to work collaboratively, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Areas of Responsibilities

Research and Project Development
*Research and provide administrative and logistical support to the Association’s staff and the Charter School Human Resource Management Committee
*Conduct research and develop background documents, tools and templates on discussion topics for the committee
*Prepare, edit and proofread documents for the committee
*Assist in the development and distribution of surveys as well as in the collection of samples from the charter community for use by the HR committee and MACS staff in research and template production
*Assist in the implementation of HR workshops designed to address the needs of the charter community

Skills and Experience

*Ability to work independently, manage multiple issues and projects and prioritize responsibilities
*Ability to collaborate with others and think creatively
*Strong organizational, research, writing (print and online) and oral communications skills
*Experience and/or interest in human resource management issues, especially related to educational and/or non-profit settings
*Interest in and commitment to the mission and values of the MN Association of Charter Schools
*An aptitude with a range of software including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and basic website management

Work Hours

*This is an unpaid position
*Approximately 8-10 hours a week with flexible scheduling.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references by December 5, 2008.
An acknowledgement will be sent with more information about the interview process. For questions or additional information, contact Margaret Uttke, Membership & Communications Associate at 651.789.3090 x 303 or margaret@mncharterschools.org. Materials should be mailed to:

MN Association of Charter Schools
Attn: Margaret Uttke
351 E. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55101

Contact: Margaret Uttke
MN Association of Charter Schools
351 Kellogg Blvd. E
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone Number: 651-789-3090 ext. 303
Fax: 651-789-3098
E-mail: margaret@mncharterschools.org

Application Deadline: December 5, 2008

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Position: Executive Director
School: Quest Academy - Cold Spring

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Quest Academy Job Description

TITLE: Executive Director REPORTS TO: Board of Trustees/Directors SUPERVISES: All administrative, professional, paraprofessional, and non-teaching personnel

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Executive Director is the lead educational, administrative, and instructional leader of the school, who is hired by and reports directly to the Board of Trustees. The position entails general and specific responsibilities as required by the (1) written charter of the school, (2) Minnesota charter school laws and regulations (3) Board of Trustees. These responsibilities include being responsible for all programs and operations of Quest Academy.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • College Degree in Education and/or Administration, or related field
  • Minimum of three to five years charter school experience
  • At least five years experience in administration and supervision roles
  • Five years or more in budget development and financial management
  • Knowledge of Minnesota statutes and regulations governing charter schools
  • Knowledge and agreement with the charter philosophies, mission, and policies for Quest Academy
  • Experience developing and working with educational and governance models
  • Experience teaching middle and high school aged youth
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with and provide leadership for youth as well as adults
  • Demonstrated ability to be self directed and work autonomously as well as take direction as needed
  • Uses some form of contemplative practice as a means of centering and developing self awareness
  • Knowledge of and interest in holistic educational models that involve an understanding of the dynamics of consciousness, developmental theory, somatically based learning, and quantum physics theory
  • Ability to gain staff, student, and parent confidence
  • Ability to communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and students.
  • Effectively lead a diverse staff and student population
  • Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and an optimistic, creative, results-oriented approach to problem solving
  • Ability to honor and respect the innate value (goodness) of people

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to conduct research and compile the findings in meaningful ways
  • Effectively lead change
  • Knowledge of TIES, student data system

RESPONSIBILITIES REGARDING:

Board of Directors

  • Regularly communicates with the Chair/s of the Board (or designated Trustee)
  • Develops and implements recommendations of the Board of *Trustees/Directors regarding the governance of Quest Academy
  • Reports to and seeks input from the Board and/or appropriate committees regarding the governance of Quest Academy
  • Prepare for Board approval an annual set of goals for the school
  • Regularly report to the Board on Quest Academy activities and relevant matters, including attendance at regular schedule of Board meetings

Personnel and Programs

  • Within the Quest academy community, inspire a culture of excellence that is centered on the school vision and mission
  • Manages and supervises all full and part-time staff.
  • In consultation with the Board, shall have the power to hire and/or fire any employee.
  • Oversees annual evaluations of teachers and other administrative staff
  • Oversees the development and maintenance of job descriptions, personnel policies and procedures.
  • Insure that all teachers are highly qualified, licensed, and have Individual Professional Development Plans on file that are aligned with Quest Academy educational philosophies.
  • Coordinates and oversees staff development and training
  • Conducts regular staff meetings
  • Develop and maintain research-based educational programs that meet goals and requirements of charter school law and Quest Academy policies and mission.
  • Oversees data reporting systems; classroom, general school, and charter school/sponsor legally-required data. Financial
  • Oversees the development of Quest Academy annual budget in coordination with the Board of Trustees Finance Committee and accountant.
  • Presents the annual budget to the Board of Trustees for final approval, and is responsible for the implementation of the budget.
  • Maintains on-going communication regarding financial decisions with the Finance Committee
  • Oversees the preparation of monthly financial reports to the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees
  • Oversees the reporting of financial data to Quest Academy sponsor
  • Oversees all financial transactions including payroll tracks and assigns all purchases
  • Responsible for the Annual Audit and Annual Report Parents/Community
  • Maintains an open-door policy for parents
  • Participates in teacher-parent conferences when appropriate
  • Works with Parent Advisory Council (or similar) to implement programs for parents and students
  • Articulates the school mission and vision to parents and the community
  • Conducts annual parent surveys and recommends changes to the BOT when appropriate
  • Conducts community outreach programs in order to create a positive influence in the community at large. Fund raising/Public Relations
  • Oversees the development, maintenance, and implementation of a public relations plan
  • Oversees the development of grants and other fundraising activities
  • Support and consult with the Board of Trustees on state related issues
  • Oversee all necessary reporting to the DOE: Annual Report, Accountability Plans, Data management, grants, etc.
  • Maintain relationship and membership to state and national charter school organizations

Salary and Benefits are commensurate with experience

Quest Academy equal opportunity clause

License area(s): College Degree in Education or School Administration
Contact: Jerry Sparby
Quest Academy
21969 Oak Heights
Cold Spring, MN 56320
Phone Number: 320-685-3153
Fax: 320-685-3153
E-mail: jerrysparby@msn.com

Application Deadline: December 8, 2008

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Position: Events and Communications Intern
School: MN Association of Charter Schools - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

The Minnesota Association of Charter Schools is seeking a part-time intern to support its communications and event activities related to charter schools in Minnesota. This is a voluntary position that will begin in January and go through June 2009.

The event & communications intern will play an important role in the work of the Association by providing consistent and outstanding administrative support and by assisting in the creative development and execution of communications and events initiatives. He/she will have the opportunity to learn about public charter schools and the work of the Association by assisting with communications and events that directly impact charter schools across the state of Minnesota.

The successful candidate will have strong oral communications, writing and research skills, will exhibit creativity and innovative thinking, and will demonstrate the ability to take direction and to work collaboratively, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks. Applicants with a strong interest in communications, public relations and event management are encouraged to apply.

Areas of Responsibilities:

Communications – Development & Implementation

*Newsletters (print and online): develop various design formats, conduct research for future articles, write content pieces, and assist in distribution to designated audiences, as well as maintain and update subscriber lists
*Surveys: develop survey design, write questions and manage distribution on various assigned topics to charter community
*Website: assist in maintaining website content, as well as researching and writing new content pieces
*Research and develop products for general marketing and communication campaign initiatives as assigned (i.e. brochures, guidebooks, charter school directory, press releases, etc.)
*Assist with administrative projects, such as general communication mailings and maintenance of the Association database

Event & Program Management

*Research & provide administrative support to the Convention Planning & Charter School Week Committees
*Assist in coordinating event logistics
*Participate in staffing and coordinating MN Association of Charter Schools events (such as the MACS Charter School Career Fairs, Charter School Day at the Capitol, and Charter School Week activities)

Skills and Experience

*Ability to work independently, manage multiple issues and projects and prioritize responsibilities
*Ability to collaborate with others and think creatively, developing innovative and unique strategies for successful communication campaigns
*Strong organizational, research, writing (print and online) and oral communications skills
*Experience and/or interest in communications, publication design, public relations and event management
*Interest in and commitment to the mission and values of the MN Association of Charter Schools
*An aptitude with a range of software including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, desktop publishing programs, and basic website and database management

Work Hours

*This is an unpaid position
*Approximately 8-10 hours a week with flexible scheduling.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references by December 5, 2008. An acknowledgement will be sent with more information about the interview process. For questions or additional information, contact Margaret Uttke, Membership & Communications Associate at 651.789.3090 x 303 or margaret@mncharterschools.org. Materials should be mailed to:

MN Association of Charter Schools
Attn: Margaret Uttke
351 E. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55101

Contact: Margaret Uttke
MN Association of Charter Schools
351 Kellogg Blvd. E
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone Number: 651-789-3090 ext. 303
Fax: 651-789-3098
E-mail: margaret@mncharterschools.org

Application Deadline: December 5, 2008

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Position: Education Public Policy Intern
School: MN Association of Charter Schools - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

The Minnesota Association of Charter Schools is seeking a part-time intern to support its public policy work on education issues related to charter schools in Minnesota. This is a voluntary position that will begin in January and go through June 2009.

The public policy intern will play an important role in the Association’s preparations and activities for the 2009 legislative session by providing substantial administrative and research support. He/she will have the opportunity to learn about public charter schools and the broad range of education policies that are affecting public education in Minnesota.

The successful candidate will have strong oral communications, writing and research skills, will exhibit creativity and innovative thinking, and will demonstrate effective self-direction, including the ability to manage multiple tasks. Applicants with a strong interest in non-partisan education public policy and grassroots engagement are encouraged to apply.

Areas of Responsibilities:

Research and Issue Development

*Research and provide administrative support to the Public Policy Committee and issue working groups
*Provide administrative and logistical support for the Association’s staff, committee members and issue working groups, including transcribing notes for meetings
*Conduct research and develop background documents on issues for the committee and working groups
*Prepare, edit and proofread documents for the committees and working groups

Grassroots Advocacy/Engagement

*Provide administrative support for advocacy initiatives and grassroots engagement for the Association’s staff, and lobbying team
*Participate in staffing MN Association of Charter Schools advocacy and public policy events
*Assist with administrative projects, such as public policy mailings and development of advocacy database

Skills and Experience

*Ability to manage multiple issues and projects and prioritize responsibilities
*Ability to work in a non-partisan arena with a variety of stakeholders and coordinate work with others
*Strong research, writing (print and online) and oral communications skills
*Experience and/or interest in education policy public and grassroots advocacy and engagement
*Interest in and commitment to the mission and values of the MN Association of Charter Schools
*An aptitude with a range of software including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and basic database management

Work Hours

*This is an unpaid position
*Approximately 8-10 hours per week with flexible scheduling.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references by December 5, 2008. An acknowledgement will be sent with more information about the interview process. For questions or additional information, contact Eugene Piccolo, Executive Director at 651.789.3090 x 302 or eugene@mncharterschools.org. Materials should be mailed to:

MN Association of Charter Schools
Attn: Eugene Piccolo
351 E. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55101

Contact: Eugene Piccolo
MN Association of Charter Schools
351 Kellogg Blvd. E
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone Number: 651-789-3090 ext. 302
Fax: 651-789-3098
E-mail: eugene@mncharterschools.org

Application Deadline: December 5, 2008

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Licensed

Position: Spanish Teacher-Part time
School: Achieve Language Academy - St Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

.4 Spanish position, grades 1-4, 12:30-3:30. Requires current MN teaching licenses and ability to work in team atmosphere.

License area(s): K-8 or K-12 Spanish
Contact: Mary Apuli
Achieve Language Academy
2169 Stillwater Ave E
St Paul, MN 55119
Phone Number: 651-738-4875
Fax: 651-738-8268
E-mail: mapuli@achievemn.org

Application Deadline: November 21, 2008

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Position: Substitute Teachers
School: Harbor City International School - Duluth - Duluth

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Substitutes for regular classes and special education wanted for our call list for the 2008-2009 school year. We are a 9-12 school. Minnesota teaching license is required. Please send cover letter and resume to Christina.

License area(s): Any, including special education
Contact: Christina Cotruvo
Harbor City International School - Duluth
332 W Superior St. Ste. 300
Duluth, MN 55802
Phone Number: 218-722-7574
Fax: 218-625-6068
E-mail: ccotruvo@harborcityschool.org

Application Deadline: December 31, 2008

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Position: Special Education Teacher
School: Academia Cesar Chavez - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Academia Cesar Chavez is hiring a full time Special Ed Teacher. Licensed in LD and one other disability preferred. Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

License area(s): LD
Contact: Kerry Felt
Academia Cesar Chavez
1800 Ames Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55119
Phone Number: 651-294-4642
Fax: 651-778-2942
E-mail: Lisa@bkda.org

Application Deadline: November 21, 2008

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Position: Fulltime Special Education DCD Teacher
School: Twin Cities International Elementary School - Minneapolis

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Twin Cities International Elementary School seeks candidates for the DCD Teaching position, which is fulltime and begins November 2008.

This position is in a multicultural setting, where English is a second language and a learning language to some of the student population. The candidate should possess strong curriculum planning, classroom management, and communication skills. They will develop and foster the appropriate skills and social abilities to enable the optimum development of children according to the age ability and aptitude. They link students' knowledge of learning and develop ways to encourage it further. The applicant should challenge and inspire students to help them deepen their knowledge and understanding.

The applicant should understand how to use individualized educational program plans to design and implement developmentally appropriate instruction and how to evaluate the program's effectiveness. He/she must understand how to adapt and modify curriculum and instruction to meet individual learner needs and apply remedial methods, strategies, and accommodations including assistive technologies to meet individual learner needs.

They must be able to apply behavioral theory and ethics in developing and implementing classroom behavior management plans while teaching in a variety of environments. Also, they must be able to help general education teachers and other special education teachers serving students in Kindergarten through grade 4 adapt and modify curriculum and instruction to accommodate student needs and apply systematic procedures for compiling data on a student or a group of students for the purpose of continuous program evaluation and improvement.

Additional Skills: Familiarity with Response to Intervention Model SPEDforms Database Powerschool Experience with completing with FBA- Functional Behavioral Analysis Experience with research based interventions.

How to apply: Please mail the following application materials: Letter of Interest, Resume, Application, (available on our website, 2-3 Letters of Recommendation. transcripts, and licenses to:

Lacie Morimoto, Human Resource Generalist Twin Cities International Elementary School 277 12th Ave N Minneapolis, MN 55401

http://www.twincitiesinternationalschool.org

Postion open until filled. Please do not send applications by email.

License area(s): Current Minnesota teaching license in Special Education, DCD
Contact: Lacie Morimoto
Twin Cities International Elementary School
277 12th Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone Number: 612-821-6470
Fax: 612-821-6477
E-mail: laciem@iecmail.net

Application Deadline: December 1, 2008

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Position: Licensed Music Teacher
School: Hgh School for Recording Arts - St. Paul,

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

High School for Recording Arts is an independent, music-based, alternative charter school serving grades 9-12. We are currently seeking dependable, dedicated, and highly-motivated individuals to join our team.

License area(s): Music licensed
Contact: Saintanne Agbangba
Hgh School for Recording Arts
550 Vandalia St.
St. Paul,, MN 55114
Phone Number: 651-287-0890
Fax: 651-287-0891
E-mail: saintanne@hsra.org

Application Deadline: February 1, 2009

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Position: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (EBD)
School: High School for Recording Arts - St. Paul,

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

We are an independent, music-based, alternative charter school serving grades 9-12. We are currently seeking dependable, dedicated and highly motivated individual to join our team.

License area(s): Special Education certified (EBD)
Contact: Saintanne Agbangba
High School for Recording Arts
550 Vandalia St.
St. Paul,, MN 55114
Phone Number: 651-287-0890
Fax: 651-287-0891
E-mail: Saintanne@hsra.org

Application Deadline: February 1, 2009

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Position: Arabic Teacher
School: Global Academy - Columbia Heights

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Responsibilities:

-Articulate the mission and vision of Global Academy to students, parents, and the greater community.

-Create a classroom environment in which every child can succeed and which establishes high academic and behavior standards

-Teach spoken and written Standard Modern Arabic

-Follow Minnesota school law as it pertains to teaching

-Motivate each student to develop his/her full potential

-Create a positive rapport with students and parents

-Demonstrate high proficiency and expertise in content area

-Create effective lesson plans and instructional materials

-Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students

-Provide individualized and small group instruction as needed

-Teach all approved curricula

-Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences

-Maintain a safe classroom environment

-Implement and support the School Wide Positive Behavior System established by the school

-Assess the progress of each student

-Prepare and maintain appropriate records and progress reports

-Communicate with parents during the school day and outside the normal classroom days as required

-Identify student needs and make appropriate referrals for students services

-Help to promote and maintain a professional environment

-Supervise and direct paraprofessionals and volunteers as necessary

-Be supportive and collaborative with colleagues and administrators

-Demonstrate the attributes of a life-long learner

-Stay current with best teaching practices

-Successfully participate in the faculty professional development and evaluation system

-Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the administration

Qualifications -Must be licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to teach by the State of Minnesota or eligible for a community expert waiver

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Standard Modern Arabic and English

-Knowledgeable about Minnesota school law

-Native Arabic speaker preferred

-Elementary teaching experience (Grades 1-6) preferred

-Proficieny in educational technology

-Ability to work with diverse student populations

To Apply Send cover letter, resume, college transcript, copy of license (if available), and three written letters of reference

  • Please do not send materials via email*** POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

License area(s): Must be licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to teach by the State of Minnesota or eligible for a community expert waiver
Contact: Helen Fisk, Director
Global Academy
4065 Central Avenue, NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Phone Number: 763-404-8200
Fax: 763-781-5260
E-mail: kate.roche@globalacademy.us

Application Deadline: December 13, 2008

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Position: Video Production Teacher
School: HOPE Community Academy - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

We are looking for a licensed teacher for a Video Production class. This is a .12 position.

License area(s): Film/ Video Production
Contact: Stacey Avila
HOPE Community Academy
720 Payne Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55130
Phone Number: 651-796-4588
Fax: 651-796-4599
E-mail: staceyavila@hope-school.org

Application Deadline: November 24, 2008

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Position: French Teacher
School: HOPE Community Academy - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

We are looking for a licensed French Teacher for a .12 position.

License area(s): French
Contact: Stacey Avila
HOPE Community Academy
720 Payne Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55130
Phone Number: 651-796-4588
Fax: 651-796-4599
E-mail: staceyavila@hope-school.org

Application Deadline: November 24, 2008

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Position: Spanish Teacher
School: HOPE Community Academy - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

We are looking for a licensed Spanish Teacher for a .12 position

License area(s): Spanish
Contact: Stacey Avila
HOPE Community Academy
720 Payne Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55130
Phone Number: 651-796-4588
Fax: 651-796-4599
E-mail: staceyavila@hope-school.org

Application Deadline: November 24, 2008

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Position: 4th Grade Teacher
School: Seven Hills Classical Academy - Bloomington

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Seven Hills Classical Academy is a K-5 elementary charter school that provides students with a classical education in an academically rigorous environment designed to promote strong citizenship and life-long learning.

Seven Hills Classical Academy seeks a full-time professional elementary educator who is passionate and dedicated to providing best practice instruction in a classical model. A successful candidate must be committed to the classical model of education, be an enthusiastic learner, as well as an outstanding classroom teacher. We are most interested in a teacher who is innovative, a self-starter who is willing to work hard, and has an attitude that corresponds with the mission and vision of the school.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, college transcripts, and a copy of related licensure.

License area(s): Elementary Education
Contact: Julie Ball
Seven Hills Classical Academy
8600 Bloomington Ave. S.
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone Number: 952-426-6000
Fax: 952-426-6020
E-mail: jball@shcamn.org

Application Deadline: November 21, 2008

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Position: Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
School: HOPE Community Academy - St. Paul

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Licensed teacher wanted to teach the cooking and sewing portions of Family and Consumer Science class. This is a .12 position.

License area(s): Family and Consumer Sciences
Contact: Stacey Avila
HOPE Community Academy
720 Payne Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55130
Phone Number: 651-796-4588
Fax: 651-796-4599
E-mail: staceyavila@hope-school.org

Application Deadline: November 24, 2008

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Non-Licensed

Position: Special Education Assistant
School: Lionsgate Academy - Crystal

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

School: Lionsgate Academy is a secondary (7-12) charter school that opened in the fall of 2008 with 730 students in Crystal, Minnesota. The program is geared for students on the autism spectrum. They admitted students in grades 7-10 in the opening year.

Mission: The mission of Lionsgate Academy is to provide a transition-oriented and personalized learning program focused on secondary, higher-functioning students on the autism spectrum that supports their full potential, participation, and self-determination within their school, family and community. To this end, Lionsgate Academy will create an educational environment that will model best instructional practice and research-based techniques so that the graduates will, to the fullest extent possible, live independently, be involved in further education or gainful employment, and develop meaningful relationships with others.

Special Education Assistants (SEA) work directly under the supervision of licensed staff. Their most essential function is to support the design, implementation and evaluation of education and related services of the program and student progress as directed by licensed staff. It is important that the SEA protect the health and safety of students, maintain confidentiality of students, demonstrate knowledge in the role distinctions of education personnel, and willingly participate in staff development opportunities. They also must demonstrate integrity, respect for diversity, and other standards of ethnical conduct.

Duties of Job

1. Provide direct instructional support to individual and/or groups of students and monitor ability to follow directions and behavior, or attend designated classes/activities with the student(s), as outlined in the IEP.

2. Implement modifications and adaptations to the environment or materials as directed by the licensed staff, and assist staff in maintaining charts and other records related to student(s) progress.

3. Collect data regarding student(s) reaching goals/objectives as directed by licensed staff.

4. Reinforce academic behaviors taught by licensed staff and provide the student with opportunities to practice.

5. Assist student in community, recreational, school, and leisure activities under the direction of licensed staff.

6. Model appropriate pro-social skills, participation, adult behaviors and problem-solving skills.

7. Assist staff in the management of student behavior by applying proactive strategies when dealing with student behaviors, and implementing district-approved techniques for verbal de-escalation and safe physical restraint, such as Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training.

8. Act as a cooperative team member in working with staff, community, and families of students.

9. Maintain professional district Special Educational Assistant competencies by attending mandatory in-services and workshops and self-selected professional growth activities as related to the job, and maintain a Professional Development Plan (PDP).

10. Perform other related duties as assigned and required by the building administration and licensed staff.

Compensation: Depending on experience, salary range is from $13 to $18 per hour plus benefits

Qualifications for Position:

  • Knowledge of and experience working with students with autism a plus
  • Communication & teamwork skills
  • Two years of college preferred

Please submit the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume

License area(s): Non-Licensed
Contact: Jody Van Ness
Lionsgate Academy
3420 Nevada Avenue North
Crystal, MN 55427
Phone Number: 763-486-5359
Fax: 763-390-0012
E-mail: jvanness@lionsgateacademy.org

Application Deadline: November 30, 2008

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Position: Special Education/Reading Tutor
School: Global Academy - Columbia Heights

Brief Description of Duties and Requirements

Responsibilities:

  • -Assist in the supervision of learning activities, circulate within the classroom, and provide assistance and learning support to students.
  • -Provide instruction to students as prescribed by the supervising teacher and reinforce skills introduced by the teacher.
  • -Assist teachers in checking and objectively evaluating students' work
  • -Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce skills
  • -Assist in managing student behavior and maintaining classroom order; reinforce rules of the school and classroom
  • -Perform a variety of clerical tasks such as typing, copying, stapling, filing, assembling and locating materials, laminating, etc.
  • -Maintain accurate and complete records of a variety of student information that may require the use of a computer terminal to enter student scores and other student data.
  • -May be assigned monitoring duties, i.e., hallways, lunchroom, restrooms, recess, and bus duty
  • -Assist teaching in communicating with parents and families
  • -Able to follow state and federal law regarding special education students
  • -Other duties as may be assigned

Required Qualifications

  • -Minimum of two years college education (must meet NCLB paraprofessional standards)
  • -Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
  • -Proficient in educational technology
  • -Ability to work with diverse student populations

Preferred Qualifications

  • -Knowledge of special education or experience working with special education students
  • -Experience in tutoring students in reading
  • -Experience working in a school with children
  • -Bilingual (Somali or Arabic)

Interested candidates submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references with current contact information,and college transcripts. Mail or drop off. *No electronic submissions, please. POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Check us out on the web! www.globalacademy.us

Global Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate among applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, or veteran status.

Contact: Helen Fisk, Director
Global Academy
4065 Central Avenue, NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Phone Number: 763-404-8200
Fax: 763-781-5260
E-mail: kate.roche@globalacademy.us

Application Deadline: December 13, 2008

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