Middle School Career Academy Lead

Position Type:
Summer Programs/Teacher/Administrator
Date Posted:
1/23/2024
Location:
See Below
Date Available:
06/10/2024
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
Rochester Independent School District 535 - website
WORK DAYS: There will be planning days, TBD, prior to the start of the Career Academy dates of June 10-14; Monday - Friday
WORK HOURS: 7:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. which includes a morning and afternoon session.
Student Sessions are 8:00-11:00 a.m. & 12:00-3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Heintz Center - 1926 Collegeview Rd East, Rochester, MN 55904
REPORTS TO: Director of Postsecondary Readiness and School Counseling, Email Heather Hogen at hehogen@rochesterschools.org with questions.
STIPEND:$1,500; Perkins Grant funded.
CAREER CAMP INFORMATION:
The Middle School Career Academy is a summer opportunity being offered at no charge to families thanks to funding from the Zumbro Education District and Rochester Public Schools Perkins Consortium. It is a collaborative event involving RCTC, RPS, ZED and Pine Island schools and industry professionals. The academy will offer students an interactive glimpse into one of eight different career pathways.
Pathways include:

• Agriculture
• Construction
• Culinary
• Health Sciences "SCRUBS Camp"
• Information Technology
• Manufacturing
• Public Safety & Emergency Services
• Transportation.

Job Summary:
The Middle School Career Academy is currently looking for a Lead to help support with planning leading up to the Academy, and with supervision of the Academy. Duties include but are not limited to: organizing and communicating with industry partners, preparing program-wide materials and communication, logistical support during the Academy, and supporting the work of the Perkins Coordinators in the daily operation of the Academy for the week of June 10-14.
We believe that all students can learn and that motivating students is an essential part of teaching.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minnesota teaching license required.
• Previous summer program experience preferred.
• Regular, on-time attendance is required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Demonstrated Educational Leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in planning prior to start of program.
• Directs and helps manage behavior and discipline.
• Coordinates and supervises student use of facilities, bus transportation, and related issues.
• Four student contact days, attendance and bus communication, and mandatory planning/meeting time.
• Serves as parent contact for students in Middle School Camp.
• Provide safe and positive learning environment.
• Develop relationships and encourage positive self-efficacy for all students.

Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement
Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
District Information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.