Teacher (Alternative Learning Center – Glencoe)

POSITION LOCATION:  Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) with placement at the ALC – Glencoe located in Glencoe, MN. 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering subject matter and skills that will contribute to student development and success as a responsible citizen.
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:   Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and uses a variety of instructional techniques and media; establishes clear objectives and communicates these objectives to students; prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation; guides the learning process toward the achievement of Minnesota State Standards; assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, in a variety of ways, and maintains accurate records; provides progress reports as required by law; communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and to interpret the school program; seeks assistance and makes referrals, on a regular basis, to district specialists when learning difficulties are suspected; performs other duties as assigned.
 
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s Degree required and MN Teacher licensure from MN Department of Education with proper license to teach High School Math, Science, English or Social Studies.  Must have good organizational and communication skills.
 
CONTRACT/SALARY:   185-day contract for the 2024-2025 school year.  Position to begin August 2024.  Beginning salary dependent upon education, qualifications and experience.  Excellent fringe benefits. 
 
APPLICATION MATERIALS:  Complete online application at www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, copies of licenses (if applicable), college transcripts, resume, and two letters of reference. 
 
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION: Contact Kari Bailey, Staffing Coordinator at 507-828-6374 or kari.bailey@swwc.org. 
 
QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION:  Contact Stephanie Strenge at 507-831-6935 or stephanie.strenge@swwc.org.
 
DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  Position will remain open until filled.
 
WHAT IS THE SWWC?  The Southwest West Central Service Cooperative is a regional service agency committed to advancing the work of our members (schools, cities, counties, and other governmental agencies).  With a focus on service, integrity, sincerity and collaboration, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure we are a collaborative partner providing exceptional services, innovative solutions and proactive support. Our vision is to create a future where children, families schools and communities learn, succeed and thrive. Authorized by MN Statute as a regional resource for our members; we are a public agency that provides a comprehensive range of educational and administrative programs and services to our members.
 
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  It is the policy of the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.
 
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:   SWWC’s mission is to support and enhance the work of our members by providing programs and services to meet their needs.  To support and enhance all of our members, we need to embrace and celebrate all of our members.  SWWC works to identify unique frameworks within the various communities we serve and actively responds by adjusting our practices to meet the ever changing needs.  We strive to recruit diverse and inclusive teams that will have a positive impact on our programs and services and help us better serve our members, customers and employees.