Cokato Elementary is looking to add a talented, passionate, professional to help further our mission of promoting positive relationships, personal responsibility, and academic rigor to prepare students for success in a changing world.

Duties

Under the general supervision of the principal, the Student Support / Interventionist Teacher facilitates student success and growth in academic, social-emotional, and behavioral skills
The specialist provides targeted support and interventions to students, collaborates with teachers and parents, and contributes to a positive and supportive learning environment
Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Note: The above description illustrates tasks and responsibilities, it is not meant to be inclusive of every task and responsibility

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Minnesota Teaching License in Elementary Education
Highly effective interpersonal skills
Ability to work harmoniously with a wide range of students, families, and staff members
Commitment to equitable education of all students

Salary and Benefits

DCEA Master Agreement
Determined by teacher salary schedule

We are looking for candidates who, in addition to striving for classroom excellence, have a passion for leading students in extra-curricular activities. Candidates who are committed to furthering our students’ experiences beyond the school day will be given increased consideration.

Dassel-Cokato Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

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