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Job Description / Duties

Under general supervision of the Arts High School Principal, provide instruction for Biology and Environment & Sustainability classes in accordance with the agency's mission, philosophy, curriculums, and directions. Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum and lesson plans that meet the requirements of the school’s academic plan. Prepare instructional materials, conduct classroom instruction, and evaluate and assess student development performance. Prepare and provide feedback on students’ progress to students and parents/guardians; make suggestions for improvements as indicated. Participate in parent/teacher conferences, enter grades using Infinite Campus on a regular basis, and participate in staff and faculty meetings. Maintain communication with parents. Comply with MN teacher code of ethics. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Minimum Qualifications
-Valid Minnesota K-12 teaching license in Life Science or eligible to receive a Tier 2 teaching license within 45 days.
-Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field.
-Classroom management and organization skills.
Experience and proficiency in the implementation of current best practices and strategies in instruction and learning.
-Strong oral and written communication skills.
-Positive interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to students, parents, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Strong collaboration skills are sufficient to work with families and other team members.
-Knowledge and ability to adapt to students' learning styles and needs.
-Knowledge of relevant learning technology and proficiency in its use (i.e. Smartboard technology, MS ---Office Suite, Google applications, spreadsheets).
Preferred Qualifications
-Master's Degree in Science or related field.

Additional Information

Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

How to Apply
To apply for the position, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers and search for Job# 56779. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Salary: $24.88-$48.32/hourly (salary will be determined based on the selected applicant’s experience and educational degree)

Contact Information

Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Tina Krieger at tina.krieger@pcae.k12.mn.us or 763-279-4163

Employer Profile

Perpich Center for Arts Education is the dedicated state agency supporting arts education for Minnesota. Our mission is to provide all Minnesota students the opportunity to develop, enhance, and integrate their artistic and academic abilities to their highest potential. We do this by teaching in and through the arts. We teach in our arts high school for juniors and seniors. We also teach through our professional development and research activities. We support teaching art and arts integration through the extensive arts education material in our library.