Family Partnership Lead, Central Middle School

Position Description:

The Family Partnership Lead reports to the Director of Equity and Inclusion in collaboration with building principals and is a key figure in building and strengthening family to school relationships and partnerships for families that have been historically marginalized.

Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate and co-teach with classroom teachers and PLCSs to build family partnerships that leverage student/family strengths and knowledge and builds connections between families and school staff in an effort to develop relationships that support the child’s academic growth. (Focus on Restorative Practices, Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices, Asset Framing, etc.)
• Serves as a resource to the building instruction leadership team by collaboratively creating and implementing a site improvement plan that addresses family partnership and asset framing, facilitate conversations and collect data around those goals, including the use of focus groups and non-evaluative observations and co-teaching in classrooms, to support, inform, and improve authentic inclusion and engagement of historically marginalized populations.
• Provides collaboration and supports implementation of MTSS Tier 1 practices, to address the needs of the whole child, this includes being part of the student support and WRAP teams, and provides individualized student and family resources as needed to assist in building capacity.
• Assists with planning and implementation for proactive relationship-building events (connected to their school site and level-transition events), and serves on the district Family Partnership Team and building equity team.

Training and Experience Requirements: 

• Bachelor of Arts or Science preferred
• Restorative Practice experience preferred
• Lived experience as part of a historically marginalized community preferred
• Valid teaching license preferred but not required.

 Knowledge Requirements: 

• Applicable learning theories and teaching methods
• Curriculum development
• Student assessment methods
• Proactive behavior management
• Classroom management principles and practices
• Instructional methods and practices 
• Differentiated instructional methods and practices
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Recordkeeping principles
• Computers and related software applications.

Skill Requirements

• Developing, implementing, and providing support in inclusive practice 
• Assessing student achievement and learning and supporting Tier 1 practices
• Identifying and utilizing instructional resources and/or specialized resources
• Managing classroom behavior
• Developing assessment materials
• Modifying lesson plans for specialized populations
• Maintaining applicable student records
• Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Preparing and maintaining records and reports
• Operating a computer and applicable software applications
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

About Wayzata Public Schools: 

Wayzata Public Schools is a vibrant, caring community of teachers and students located in the Twin Cities’ western suburbs. Extending from the north shore of Lake Minnetonka, we encompass 38 square miles of beautiful countryside, lakeside communities and growing suburbs. Each of our students is on a unique and wonderful educational journey – and we do everything we can to help them embrace and nurture the possibilities. Discover why we are considered one of the best school districts in the country!

Benefits: 

• High student achievement
• Instructional Technology- Technology levy has increased the number of computers and other technology available for use in the classroom.
• Alternate Compensation- This program provides teachers with additional professional development opportunities through peer coaches, courses and study groups.
• Competitive salary and benefits- Our benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance; long term disability and employee assistance program.
• Professional support and development- First year teachers are provided a mentor and on-going professional development opportunities.
• Supportive community

Application procedure:

• Apply online at  http://www.wayzataschools.org/apply.
• Internal Applicants must complete the Internal Application

Selection Procedure:

•  Position is considered open and active as of 12/20/24, until filled. Applications submitted by 4:00pm on 1/3/25 will receive first consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 
 
Wayzata Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Wayzata Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.Wayzata Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity.
  
Accommodation:
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please call Human Resources at 763-745-5000
 
Background Check Upon Conditional Offer: 
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.