Elementary Science Specialist FTE; LE

Elementary Science Specialist - Lake Elmo Elementary

Under the direction of the building principal or other administrator, the teacher designs and delivers high-quality, culturally responsive, and engaging instruction aligned with Minnesota Academic Standards and district curriculum. The role includes developing lesson plans, conducting instruction across in-person and eLearning environments, evaluating student growth through multiple data sources, fostering an inclusive and equitable classroom environment as well as a commitment to professional growth through reflection and ongoing professional development.

Teachers collaborate with colleagues, families, and students to ensure clarity in learning goals, celebrate student growth, and remove barriers to achievement. Continuous reflection and professional learning are expected to advance equitable instructional practices and student success.

FTE/Hours per Day: 1.0 FTE/ 7.5 hours per day

Qualifications:

A K-6 Elementary Education teaching licensure issued by the State of Minnesota Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching Science Masters Degree preferred Diversity:
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Stillwater Area Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Stillwater Area Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. Salary/Wage Information:
As per the SCEA Master Contract, $55,880 - $105,432 (based on 1.0 FTE) is the salary range. A generous insurance plan is including medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance. We also offer a 3.75% 403b employer match.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Designs and implements a curriculum plan tailored and appropriate to the subject area(s) for which responsible. Reviews, selects, and modifies materials and resources to carry out the curriculum plan. Instructs students in a manner which consistently incorporates best teaching practices. Establishes and sustains positive, mutually-respectful and appropriate relationships with students in all settings. Participates and contributes actively to site educational and related programming to help ensure a broad-based experience for students.

Develops and maintains collaborative and productive working relationships with support services staff; outside service vendors and any other sources in a position to meet student needs and advance their growth, development and achievements. Works effectively with colleges and universities to provide practice teachers and education program candidates with viable, valuable and practical learning experiences. Assesses and Evaluates results being achieved through current teaching practices as the primary basis for ongoing instructional planning;

determining student progress / grading / reporting; and reinforcing students' outstanding contributions and performance. Assesses and evaluates one's own professional development needs including the necessary planning and strategies to satisfy those needs. Maintains various required records and data according to established policies and procedures, ensuring the accurate and timely availability of such information as needed. Performs other job-related duties as requested or assigned.

Skills & Abilities:
Formal preparation and appropriate licensure for the area(s) being taught. Knowledge of current practices in curriculum and instruction for the level(s) and subject area(s) being taught and the ability to create plans in a consistently complete and timely manner. Decisions on design, content and delivery alternatives are made in consideration of student abilities and needs and also complement and supplement applicable graduation standards.

Knowledge of special education due process rules and procedures. Knowledge, skills and abilities to consistently select objectives at the appropriate difficulty level and teach to those objectives. Knowledge of child growth, development, learning patterns and principles of learning effectively, monitoring student learning and adjusting practices accordingly. Develop instructional strategies that maximize student involvement and participation. Provide an honest, respectful, caring and safe learning environment.

Knowledge, skills and ability to communicate behavior, learning and interaction expectations in a manner which sets an example and fosters mutual respect, accountability, cooperation, and responsible, appropriate role relationships with students, parents, colleagues and others. Introduce and facilitate alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedures under appropriate circumstances. Honors and preserves confidentiality within the context of ensuring compliance with all applicable laws,…