Educator Apprentice, Elementary
Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park, in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose – “High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses.” – provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student.
Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a system – a culture with a methodology and set of processes – where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility, and invitation to design new ways of learning centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.
SUMMARY:
With supervision, partner with licensed Spring Lake Park Public Schools' staff in the implementation of a comprehensive educational program for students in grades K-4. Staff are expected to participate as part of a classroom environment that is multicultural/gender and ability fair/developmentally appropriate, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. This may include working with students in individual, small group, and large group environments in the general education setting, as well as partnering with staff as a guest teacher. The ability to assist students with the acquisition of academic, study, and social skills commensurate with pre-college academic content in mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. Additionally, partner with a team of teachers in a PLC to develop and implement project-based learning opportunities for students. Position will begin ASAP, and end as of June 9, 2022.
We anticipate multiple roles supporting students and building upon teaching skills at Centerview Elementary, Northpoint Elementary, and Woodcrest Spanish Immersion Elementary.
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 expected functions and duties performed. 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:
- Collaborate with team members on the planning and delivery of instruction in a variety of subjects.
- Collaborate with team members on the planning and implementation of project-based learning opportunities.
- Implement and maintain school programs and services for students with disabilities.
- Act as a liaison between the students, family, community, and the school.
- Work effectively with an interdisciplinary team and have the ability to work independently.
- Work with school staff to provide academic and behavior support to classroom teachers.
- Provide mediation support to assist students with conflict; assist students in development of self-advocacy skills.
- Use technology skills to organize and deliver school programs and student services.
- Meet District standards for employee performance and attendance.
- Participate in staff development/professional growth activities relevant to position, responsibilities and school improvement plans.
- Perform related duties as assigned/requested.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The successful candidate will be an individual who …
- can effectively meet school, student, and program needs.
- maintain confidentiality.
- has knowledge of related educational programs and the school community.
- is competent in use of computers and other technology equipment
- has ability to act in a leadership role and independently initiate and follow through on tasks under minimal supervision.
- has strong organizational skills.
- can demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in working with students, families, and community representatives and in collaborating with school personnel.
… firmly believes:
- all students can and will learn, and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control;
- in the need to work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting the needs, interests, and aspirations of students;
- in the need to work in partnership with staff to continuously improve practices to enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for equity, excellence and student success; and
- in personalizing learning for students, meeting academic, social, and emotional needs and aspirations so that each student feels valued and has a sense of belonging, leading to academic success
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to follow teacher's plans and directions, working effectively in collaboration with others.
- Ability to collaborate with teachers in the development of instructional plans, as well as ability to deliver such content
- Ability to assist with academic skills and content
- Ability to implement individual education plans
- Ability to support students in various educational settings throughout the school day
- Some lifting of 40 pounds or greater may be required.
PREFERENCES
We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students. Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning as evidenced by graduate-level work or an earned degree, as well as participation in professional organization conferences or seminars related to the content area.
For apprentices working at Woodcrest Spanish Immersion Elementary, fluency in Spanish is highly preferred, but not required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Elementary Education licensure strongly preferred. Candidates should possess a valid Minnesota teaching license, be actively enrolled in a teacher preparation program, or be interested in the pursuit of a career in education. Spring Lake Park Schools will provide supervision as required by your higher education institute.
SALARY
Highly competitive salary and benefit package for the region
HOW TO APPLY
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position will remain open until filled.
Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/default.aspx
Equity is a priority for Spring Lake Park Schools and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college and career 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. Spring Lake Park Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability or status with regard to public assistance.
Spring Lake Park Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.
With inquiries, please feel free to contact Mona Perkins, Park Terrace Elementary Principal, at mperki@district16.org or (763) 600-5601, or Caitlin Clark Seiler, Talent Acquisition Generalist, at cclark3@district16.org or (763) 600-5011.