Summary
Description
Centrally located on Interstate 94 less than 25 miles northwest of Maple Grove and 30 miles southeast of Saint Cloud, Monticello is home to five brick and mortar schools and two nature-based facilities serving more than 4,000 students annually. Monticello consistently ranks in the top 50 school districts in the state as measured by a number of organizations and metrics, and performs above the state average in graduation rates, test scores, and early college opportunities.
Director of Teaching & Learning
Monticello Public Schools
1.0 FTE Position
Available July 1, 2025
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Teaching & Learning will lead the planning, development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the District’s curriculum, instruction, professional development, student assessment, and state / federal academic programs. The Director is responsible for ensuring that the District's academic objectives align with the Board’s strategic vision, state / federal standards, and best practices in both instruction and professional development in order to produce the best possible outcomes for our students, families, and community. Full job description attached.
Education and Certification:
- Required: Administrative license issued by the State of Minnesota or current enrollment in licensure program.
- Required: Teaching license issued by the State of Minnesota.
- Required: Valid Minnesota driver’s license and the ability to drive between District buildings.
- Preferred: Advanced degree in Education.
Experience:
- Required: Five or more years of experience in an educational setting.
- Preferred: Experience with change management best practices.
- Preferred: Experience with school budget preparation and administration.
- Preferred: Extensive knowledge of applicable grants and required reporting.
Supervision of Other Employees:
- Position has direct and indirect supervisory responsibility for licensed and/or non-licensed staff members.
Essential Skills:
- Establishes a culture for learning by supporting the mission, beliefs, and the strategic plan of the district.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, compare and present data using a wide range of mediums.
- Ability to communicate effectively – verbally, non-verbally, and in writing – with students, parents, teachers, administrators, community, and staff.
- Knowledgeable about best practice in curriculum and instruction as well as emerging practices.
- Knowledge of Minnesota Academic Standards, federal Title programs, and ESSA mandates.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism and ethical practices.
- Ability to exercise confidentiality in handling student and/or District information.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work with a diverse population of students/families.
Monticello Public Schools Instructional Framework
Monticello Public Schools District Website
Salary: $133,113 / 256 Days
Monticello School District – Director of Teaching & Learning 2025-2027 contract attached
Application Procedure:
Apply online at Monticello Schools Employment Opportunities
Application deadline is Friday, January 31, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
Questions, please contact Rob Danneker, Director of Human Resources, at 763-272-2020 or email rob.danneker@monticello.k12.mn.us
