FTE: .85 to 1.0 depending license
Days: 187
Compensation / Benefits: Per Unit Agreement
Description: ISD 191 is a suburban Minneapolis system of 8,500 students comprised of the communities of Burnsville, Eagan, and Savage. District 191’s dynamic leadership team is highly committed to working each day to align the work of adults throughout our system, and within our community, around improving the learning of each of our students. We are committed to finding innovative leaders who value working in a collaborative culture with colleagues and staff.
Essential Job Functions
License / Education Requirements: Busniess Ed, Tech Ed, ELA, Math, Science, or Media Specialist
Job Responsibilities: Teacher 6th graders course Media Literacy, 7th graders course Digial Knowledge, and 8th graders courses The Digial Age and Flim & Animation
Qualifications
The successful Digital Literacy Specialist will be an individual who…
… firmly believes:
• all students can learn and that their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control
• that student learning guides practice and decision-making throughout the school and system
• in shared accountability and responsibility through working interdependently
• in fostering a commitment among staff and parent communities to create the conditions for equity and excellence resulting in elimination of the achievement gap
• in a model that promotes professional reflection and continuous improvement
… has demonstrated:
• successful experience in facilitating high-quality professional learning and remarkable outcomes through application
• the ability to effectively manage and lead change, including changing practices and structures in our school system that may perpetuate inequities based on race and class
• outstanding skills in written and oral communication, talent management, and school operations
• effective facilitation and personal use of technology as a communication tool to improve student achievement and manage work
• personal professional learning and development through a strong understanding of literature related to education, student learning, and leadership
• the ability to manage dialog effectively, valuing alternative points of view in planning and decision-making
• that he or she is a visible instructional leader
• courage to do what is best for students
Application Process
• Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
• Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
• Review of materials will start immediately.
• The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.
Original posting / application information