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Job Opening - ABE Learning Center Coordinator

The Minnesota Literacy Council has a FT opening for an ABE Learning
Center Coordinator at its North Side Learning Center location in
Minneapolis. Duties include: development and implementation of ABE
services at the site, coordinate all daily activities of the Learning
Center to ensure the timely and appropriate placement of learners and
volunteers in on-site classes; recruit learners and tutors to the center
using a variety of methods; provide direction, support, and supervision
to volunteer tutors; complete intake forms and testing for each learner;
refer learners to other programs as appropriate; maintain accurate
records on tutor, learner, and center activities; produce reports as
needed; find substitutes for tutors and teachers as needed and
substitute teach if necessary. Daytime and evening hours required.

Full position description available at www.theMLC.org/employment 
<http://www.theMLC.org/employment>      

To apply, send or fax resume and cover letter to:
Minnesota Literacy Council
756 Transfer Road
St. Paul, MN 55114-1404
Fax: 651-645-2272

Email: aliden@nospam.theMLC.org 
OR call Astrid Liden at 651-645-2277, extension 204.
Astrid Liden
Adult Direct Services Manager
E-mail: aliden@nospam.theMLC.org <mailto:aliden@nospam.theMLC.org> 
Phone: 651-645-2277 ext. 204
Fax: 651-645-2272
 
Minnesota Literacy Council
756 Transfer Road
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55114
www.theMLC.org <http://www.themlc.org/> 
1-800-222-1990

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Metro North Teacher Opening

From:Pat Adams, Metro North ABE program supervisor
RE: Posting for ABE Teacher
Date: January 23, 2006
Posting Dates: Closes Feb 2, 2006
Posting Number: CET05-1480

Position:
ABE Teacher - Transition Instructor
Location:
Blaine Learning Lab
Anoka County Human Services Center
1201 89th Avenue NE, Suite 335, Blaine
Schedule: Class times T and TH 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Work schedule 4:00 - 8:45
Days/year: 92
Hours/day: 4.75
Hours/year: 437

This position involves providing direct instruction to adults in an Adult Basic 
Education program in Blaine on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Responsibilities 
will include providing direct instruction to high level non-native English 
speaking adult students who are working to improve their reading skills, 
vocabulary, independent study skills and conversation. The position will 
include teaching as a team member, assisting with student assessment, returning 
student phone calls, monitoring student attendance, completing necessary 
student record keeping and providing support for on-site literacy assistants 
and volunteers as requested

Minimum qualifications include a valid MN teaching license and/or degree in 
teaching English as a Second Language, Linguistics or Bilingual Education. 
Preference will be given to applicants with experience working with diverse 
populations, proven ability to work successfully in an ABE program, training in 
working with adult learners, Reading or GED, cooperative learning and computer 
experience with MS Office, Word, Excel, Internet, email and adult educational 
software.

Starting Hourly Wage: $20.86, plus benefits package
Start Date: ASAP after closing
For further information, call Pat Adams at 763/783-4879

For an application:
1. Visit the Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 website at www.anoka.k12.mn.us and check 
the 'Employment Opportunities' link > 'Apply Now!'
2. All applicants are required to apply online.  If you do not have access to 
the internet an application can be completed online by going to
            Anoka-Hennepin ISD #11 Educational Service Center
            11299 Hanson Boulevard NW
            Coon Rapids, Minnesota 55433

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Community Organizer Skyline Tower

The Lexington-Hamline Community Council, St. Paul's first neighborhood 
organization, is seeking a part-time community organizer.  The organizer will 
assume primary responsibility for the development of a viable and sustainable 
resident association structure at Skyline Tower, a 504-unit subsidized housing 
high-rise, that ultimately engages and enhances the community.  The Community 
Organizer will work in collaboration with Skyline Residents, the 
Lexington-Hamline Community Council (LHCC) Board of Directors, LHCC staff and 
CommonBond Communities.  The Community Organizer is accountable directly to the 
Board of Directors and the Executive Director of LHCC.

Minimum Requirements
1.      Demonstrated ability to work well cross-culturally.
2.      Experience coordinating the efforts of groups of people.
3.      Excellent interpersonal and verbal communications skills.
4.      Experienced user of Windows and Word.  Ability to learn other MS office 
software programs
5.      Excellent organizational and management skills.
6.      Knowledge of East African cultures, the refugee experience and 
immigration issues.
7.      Bi-lingual in English and Somali or other East African language.

Preferred Skills and Experience
1.      Program development experience.
2.      Experience working with volunteers.
3.      Knowledge of affordable housing programs, particularly large 
multi-family communities.
4.      Familiarity with human services and community resources.

Candidates must have a reliable transportation plan and be willing and able to 
work evenings and weekends.  This is a one-year position for the second year of 
a two-year grant.  The position will build on efforts accomplished during the 
first year of funding.  32 hours per week, $14/hour plus benefits.  Qualified 
candidates can mail, email or fax a resume and cover letter by January 31st to:

Lexington-Hamline Community Council
1221 Marshall Avenue
St. Paul, MN  55104
lexham@nospam.lexham.org 
fax 651-645-7578
No phone calls please
For more information on LHCC visit: www.lexham.org 
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer


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Twin Cities German Immersion School 
JOB POSTING FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2006-2007

Twin Cities German Immersion School (TCGIS) is a charter school which opened in 
Minneapolis-St. Paul in the fall of 2005 with Kindergarten and 1st grade. We 
will be adding a grade every year until we reach a K-8 configuration. 

Seeking two additional elementary teachers for the 2006-2007 school year and a 
part-time art specialist. We are looking for passionate, dedicated, and 
resourceful candidates who are interested in and eligible to teach:  
Kindergarten, Grade 1 or Grade 2

The successful teaching candidate MUST have: 
        * Bachelor's Degree completed by June 2006, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 

        * Valid Minnesota elementary teaching license or Elementary teaching 
certification from a German-speaking country and a commitment to work with 
TCGIS and the State Board of Teaching to receive provisional licensure 

Please note:  A K-12 certification to teach German is NOT adequate unless the 
additional licensure (art, special ed, or regular elementary classroom teacher) 
is also present!

All candidates must be: 
        * Fluent in German at native or near-native level
        * Eligible to work in the United States (work permit)
        * Dedicated, flexible and supportive of charter school concept 

TCGIS offers a competitive salary and benefit package. 

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, college transcripts, 
copy of teaching license, and three letters of recommendation or references to:

jobs@nospam.germanschool-mn.org 
Twin Cities German Immersion School
1399 Eustis Street
St. Paul, MN 55108 
651-492-7106
Application deadline: Interviews beginning in April.

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ELLJob Opening - Academy of BioScience
.5 ELL teacher to work with 5-7 grade students at the Academy of
BioScience.
 
Ability to work with a team and implement content based program.
Familiarity with MN State language proficiency assessments. Excellent
organizational and data collection skills. 
All candidates considered.
 
Licensure:  Licensed by Minnesota in ELL or nearing completion of ELL
license.
 
Application Procedure:
Send letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and letter of reference
to:  Mari Bergerson
Academy of BioScience
4065 Central AVe. NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
or: email mari.bergerson@nospam.academyofbioscience.org 
Deadline February 20, 2006 or until position is filled.