Engineering Teacher

Summary

Description

Engineering Teacher (Columbia Academy)
Posting # 4232

Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
 
Position begins ASAP

External Posting Dates: 10/8/24 – until filled

 
Questions regarding this position should be directed to Duane Berkas, CA Principal, berkasd@colheights.k12.mn.us.

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. 

Major Responsibilities:

General Definition of Work
Performs difficult professional work teaching in a secondary school science and engineering program and class
environment favorable to learning; teaching a broad range of subjects or specialized subject matter(s); teaching special
needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is
performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.  

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; follows Individual Educational Programs for special needs and
regular students.
Translates lesson plans into effective learning experiences; integrates subject area content and technology.
Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.
Instructs students in specialization and subject matter areas specified in state law and administrative regulations and
District procedures.
Creates lessons which include literacy aligned with the common core Science standards.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
Assesses and evaluates student’s needs; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; acts as a mentor to
students; establishes and maintains behavior standards.
Creates a balance of hands on experiences and direct instruction.
Formulates and implements behavior modification programs for students.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with established procedures.
Encourages students to think independently along with developing and expressing original ideas.
Evaluates students’ progress; maintains records; prepares progress reports.
Communicates with students and parents through conferences and other means.
Maintains professional licensing and familiarity through in-service education and self-selected professional books and
instructional materials.
Organizes and distributes classroom and materials.
Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required.
Meets state and federal mandated timelines and procedures for completing special education due process paperwork.
Creates lesson plans aligned with the Minnesota State Science Standards.
Utilizes the framework for K-12 Science education to support Science and engineering practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education
principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching;
thorough knowledge of district rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of
behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with staff, students and parents.
                                                     

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree with coursework in in teaching, or related field and minimal experience working with children, or
equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or
hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms and
occasionally requires stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work
has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the
spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is
required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral
communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer
data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to
outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal
protective equipment and may be required to wear personal protective gear; work is generally in a loud noise location
(e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements
Minnesota Teaching License or ability to obtain a Tier 1 or Tier 2 license from PELSB.
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.