From time to time the Center for School Change is asked to post job openings at various Minnesota Charter Schools. We do not solicit this information and we do not endorse any one school over any other. If asked, however, we are happy to post this information here so that it can reach a broader audience. If potential applicants desire additional information, they should contact the hiring school directly.

Posted 7/9/08

EXCEPTIONAL CLASSICAL LEADERS WANTED

Nova Classical Academy, a charter school situated in the attractive Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota, is seeking exceptional leadership: (1) a part-time Executive Director for the 2008-2009 academic year, and (2) a full-time Head of School beginning in fall 2009. These positions will work closely with our Dean of Students and Curriculum Director to ensure that the Academy continues its record of outstanding achievement. Full job descriptions are available.

Nova Classical Academy currently serves 385 students in grades K-8 students, with plans to expand to grade 12. As a parent-initiated school, Nova offers an academically accelerated and enriched curriculum based upon a rigorous, thorough, systematic, and challenging college-preparatory education in the classical tradition. It is a school of excellence: Nova’s students have achieved some of the highest test scores in Minnesota -- in many cases, the highest. While open to all Minnesota students, its students tested first in the 2006-2007 Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments in 3 separate categories among all public schools in the state. Instruction includes the formal study of Latin beginning in elementary school and logic beginning in middle school.

Executive Director

The ideal candidate will have, at a minimum, administrative charter school experience and a familiarity with Minnesota policies and requirements. This position entails 20 to 30 hours per week for the 2008-2009 school year.

Head of School

The ideal candidate will have administrative experience and a passion for classical education.

How to Apply

Review the detailed descriptions of the school and its instructional philosophy on our website (www.novaclassical.org). Please send the following materials electronically either as a Word attachment (preferred) or in the body of an email message:

• A brief letter detailing qualifications and interest and any qualifications or expertise relevant to the position being applied for.
• A resume
• A minimum of 3 references/letters of recommendation

Please send all materials to jkrown@gmail.com or call Jonathan Krown at (651) 330-5658 for any specific questions.

Review of applications will begin immediately. The current deadline for Executive Director candidates is August 1, 2008. The Head of School search will be ongoing until filled.

Nova Classical Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate among applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applications from people of color and historically-underrepresented groups.

NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY

1668 Montreal Avenue, St Paul, MN 55116

Michael Frome Academy

Business Manager Position

The Michael Frome Academy (“MFA”) is an environment-focused, K-5 charter school, opening fall 2008 on the East side of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. MFA will provide students with a rigorous academic program, including place-based learning, inquiry-based science and math, balanced literacy, arts, technology, outdoor experiential education, and a Suzuki music program. The mission of the Michael Frome Academy is to develop a ‘green’ school where the facility, operations, and educational program reflect a commitment to environmental sustainability and to prepare our young citizens to become leaders and models of exemplary, responsible citizenship, and stewards of the natural environment.

The Michael Frome Academy is currently seeking a Business Manager with a potential start date of April 1, 2008.

Areas of Responsibility

· Oversee and perform financial activities, including reporting, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, and investments

· Responsible for budget preparation and control, financial analysis and forecasting, and annual financial audit preparation

· Develop, implement, and maintain internal financial reporting systems, financial controls, and school’s business policies and procedures

· Support School Directors in problem solving, procedural issues, budgeting, and risk management

· Oversee the development and maintenance of the school’s personnel policies and procedures

Key Skills of Ideal Candidate

· Working knowledge of public charter school accounting policies, procedures, and software programs

· Strategic and creative problem solving skills

· Ability to lead, motivate and influence others

· Ability to drive execution

· Enjoys working in small, collaborative environment that supports direct communication, peer accountability, and consultative decision-making

Review of applicants will begin immediately. Position is open until filled.

Please send your resume and cover letter to:
Kim Wood, Board Chair
Michael Frome Academy
8362 Tamarack Village
Suite 119-444
Woodbury, MN 55125
or via email at kim.wood@mnmfa.org

KIPP Minnesota

Center For School Change Posting

KIPP Minnesota Mission Statement: KIPP Minnesota will build and support a family of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory schools in Minnesota that prepare educationally underserved students to find success in college and in life. We believe that there are no shortcuts in this journey. We will work hard, be nice and do whatever it takes to help our students achieve their goals.

KIPP STAND Academy: KIPP STAND Academy will be the first school in the KIPP Minnesota family. KIPP STAND Academy will open with a class of approximately 90 fifth-graders for the 2008-2009 school year and will add one grade each year until it is a fully-enrolled 5^th-8^th grade middle school.

KIPP STAND Academy will work to fulfill the mission of KIPP Minnesota by providing excellent, intentional instruction; analyzing and reacting to data; communicating openly and working as a team; and modeling the school values of integrity, self-awareness, grit, pride, and fun.

Unique Features: KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is the network of 57 free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools across the country dedicated to sending all its students to and through college. Over 90 percent of KIPP students are African-American or Hispanic/Latino and over 80% qualify for the federal free and reduced price meal programs. Nationally, about 80 percent of KIPP alumni have matriculated to college.

At KIPP we believe that there are no shortcuts to student success, and do many things to help students achieve:

More time to learn: KIPP students are in school for about 60% more time than their peers, attending school from 7:30-5:00 every day, participating in Saturday enrichment activities every other week, and attending school for three weeks in the summer.

Outstanding, dedicated teachers: KIPP teachers are proven, excellent educators all dedicated to the success of their students. KIPP teachers are available for extra help every evening by cell phone.

Rigorous academics- Students are held to high expectations under the belief that all students will learn.

For More Information: If you or someone you know is interested in joining a hard-working team of individuals all committed to their students’ success, please send an updated resume and a cover letter to apply@kippminnesota.org.

If you are interested in information regarding student enrollment, please contact enroll@kippminnesota.org.

ATTENTION ESTEEMED TEACHERS:

KIPP Minnesota is currently seeking outstanding and results-driven teachers who are interested in becoming founding staff members at one of two KIPP middle schools opening in Minneapolis in July 2008.

KIPP Minnesota is a new member of the Knowledge Is Power Program family. KIPP is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools serving under-resourced communities throughout the United States.

We are hiring dedicated 5^th grade teachers in all subjects (reading, writing, math, science, social studies, special education and the arts) as well as social workers and office managers.

If you are interested in working the long hours with the focused dedication required to open a school with a group of like-minded educators who believe all children can learn, please send your resume and cover letter to:

apply@kippminnesota.org. For more information about KIPP, please visit:

www.kipp.org

Work hard. Be nice. Find a way.