Minneapolis, MN, US
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Job Title: K-12 Content Lead, 6-12 Reading Interventions - (2024-2025) - Literacy Instruction and Requisition ID number: 102396
Close Date: No established closing date; open until filled
Organizational Unit: Talent Acquisition (10000777)
Site: Davis Center (0001)
FTE: 1.0FTE/40Hours/Week; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time
Union: MAAS(43)
Functional Area: Administrative
Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.
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SUMMARY
Under general supervision, coordinates and leads MPS 6-12 Reading Interventions program, including standards alignment, curriculum design and delivery, assessment and professional development. Supports the District’s Strategic Plan with specific emphasis on promoting academic achievement for all learners through focused instruction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Knowledge of:
- Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
- Rules and regulations of the Minnesota Departments of Education and other governing agencies.
- Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including finance, budgeting, purchasing, contract and grant management, customer service and employee supervision.
- Instruction based on current educational research and national programs that advance achievement for urban students.
- Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
- State and Federal laws governing public sector grant funding programs.
- Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.
- Current educational research, instructional strategies and national programs in 6-12 Reading Interventions teaching.
- Personal computers utilizing standard software including databases and spreadsheets, and specialized MPS and state agency software applications and procedures.
- Principles of record keeping and records management.
Skill in:
- Interpreting and applying AE program standards, public sector grant program procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
- Ability to differentiate instruction for a diverse group of learners and plan impactful professional development experiences for teachers.
- Creating high quality core curriculum and assessments.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; demonstrate systems-thinking.
- Providing effective customer service and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, advocates and representatives from community groups and government agencies.
- Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with teams.
- Strong facilitation and leadership skills; strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials (up to 50 pounds) with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. May be required to work extended hours for several consecutive days and travel between building sites. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.
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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.
Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.
Posting Notes: | [No Established Closing Date] | Talent Acquisition (10000777) | Davis Center (0001) | Administrative
Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis