SOJOURNER TRUTH ACADEMY, A SMALL SCHOOL WHERE YOU CAN HAVE A BIG IMPACT!
WHO WE ARE
Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a committed, passionate Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS) Reading and Math Interventionist who holds a belief in the ability of our scholars, to join our team for the 2024-2025 school year. This staff member will work alongside classroom teachers supporting our scholars' reading and math needs in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We are reviewing applicants now.
POSITION SUMMARY
* Plan and deliver high-quality, individualized math and literacy instruction based on scholars’ needs.
* Utilize and/or develop supplemental curricular resources to guide small group instruction.
* Collect and analyze data to determine effectiveness of interventions and next steps based on student performance.
* Participate in weekly meetings with grade-level staff.
* Collaborate with STA staff including but not limited to classroom teachers, the Instructional Specialists, and other interventionists as needed.
Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999 and is the oldest, most established charter school in North Minneapolis. Sojourner Truth Academy is a PK-8 open-enrollment public charter school in Minneapolis, MN.
COMPENSATION
* $44,000+ based on experience and credentials
* Potential Annual Performance-Based Salary Increase
* Teacher & Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Institution
* Staff tuition reimbursement program for furthering education degrees
* Competitive Family Benefits Plan:
* Single Medical Coverage Paid at 100%
* Medical, Dental, Prescription & Retirement benefits
* Health and fitness benefits
STA WORK CULTURE & ENVIRONMENT
WORK CULTURE
* An open-door, community-like environment where staff and scholars are valued and celebrated
* 89% of staff agree STA is a good place to teach and learn
* Entering the second year of our 5-year Strategic Implementation plan in support of our scholar success profile with 3 strategic priorities: 1) Create strong academic vision and support for strong instructional practice 2) Increase effective use of data to drive scholar success
3) Develop a talent strategy that builds and effective team and drives a joyful culture
OUR STAFF
* Cultural competency is prized, nurtured, and developed at STA
* STA takes pride in the diversity of our staff: 59% of staff are people of color; 28% of STA teachers are people of color
* 55% of STA staff have between 3-24 years tenure
CAREER DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT
* 92% of staff agree STA is committed to improving instructional practice
* Team-based work culture with embedded weekly professional learning community sessions
* Focus on data driven growth with 13 annual PD days, on demand Specialist Teacher support in math, reading, special education, & ELL education
* Licensure CEU requirements embedded into staff development schedule
* Weekly teacher support from Lead Teacher, grade-level teams, MTSS Team & our Academic & Behavior Support Team
* 10 days annual paid time off with 21 paid school holidays
IN THE CLASSROOM
* 24:1 Classroom scholar to teacher ratio
* 13:2 Pre-Kindergarten scholar to teacher ratio
* A support staff member in every classroom
* Classroom Budget provided
REQUIRED TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education
CERTIFICATE & LICENSURE: Minnesota Teaching License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
* Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate small group/individual activities
* Ability to collect, analyze, and respond to academic data
* Understanding of the Minnesota State Standards in mathematics and appropriate elementary curricular resources
* Create a positive learning environment for all scholars
* Acts as a team player
* Has a solutions-oriented approach
* Maintain attention to detail and effectively prioritize workload and multiple tasks to align with the needs of our scholars and school community as a whole
* Talks about our work, scholars, families, and community is a respectful way
* A proven passion for working with urban youth and an unshakeable belief in their potential
* Demonstrated track record of successfully working in a diverse working environment with people of color (particularly African-American and Hispanic students, staff, and families) and socio-economically disadvantaged communities AND/OR training in cultural competency and/or institutional racism
* Professional attire and professionalism in communicating with scholars, parents and staff
* Receptive to constructive feedback and actively seek help and/or professional development in challenging areas
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of STA’s academic team, the ADSIS Academic Interventionists will be responsible for setting standards and laying a foundation of academic success for scholars by providing high-quality, relevant instruction to individual or small groups of students in a positive learning environment.
Academic/Instructional
* Deliver high-quality, individualized mathematics and literacy instruction based on scholars’ needs.
* Utilize and/or develop supplemental curricular resources to guide small group instruction
* Collect and analyze data to determine effectiveness of interventions and next steps based on student performance
* Participate in weekly PLC meetings with grade-level staff
* Collaborate with STA staff including but not limited to classroom teachers, the Instructional Specialists, and other interventionists as needed
Organization/Planning
* Work within established timelines to accurately and efficiently complete required duties, including data analysis, instructional planning, and reporting
* Demonstrate computer competency in Google suite, email, and Internet
* Utilize excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Reporting
* Monitor scholar academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives for instruction
* Maintain individual scholar records, files and reports of academic progress through online reporting documents in a manner that preserves confidentiality
TO APPLY
1. Please seek more information about our learning community before taking the time to submit an application: www.sojournertruthacademy.org<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sojournertruthacademy.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C12b7068ba3dc462914f708ddbd670552%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638874972692092617%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CejWGniVI%2FIme5%2FeCkQUDvJ%2F%2FxtPevf6j1TQAykAPEE%3D&reserved=0>
2. Qualified, passionate applicants should send their cover letter and resume to Alma Trevino at atrevino@sojournertruthacademy.org<mailto:atrevino@sojournertruthacademy.org>
3. Applicant materials will be accepted until the positions are filled.
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Alma Trevino
Executive Coordinator
Sojourner Truth Academy
3820 Emerson Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55412
612-588-3599<tel:612-588-3599>
612-588-0217<tel:612-588-0217> fax
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SOJOURNER TRUTH ACADEMY, A SMALL SCHOOL WHERE YOU CAN HAVE A BIG IMPACT!
WHO WE ARE
Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking a committed, passionate Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS) Reading and Math Interventionist who holds a belief in the ability of our scholars, to join our team for the 2024-2025 school year. This staff member will work alongside classroom teachers supporting our scholars' reading and math needs in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. We are reviewing applicants now.
POSITION SUMMARY
Plan and deliver high-quality, individualized math and literacy instruction based on scholars’ needs.
Utilize and/or develop supplemental curricular resources to guide small group instruction.
Collect and analyze data to determine effectiveness of interventions and next steps based on student performance.
Participate in weekly meetings with grade-level staff.
Collaborate with STA staff including but not limited to classroom teachers, the Instructional Specialists, and other interventionists as needed.
Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999 and is the oldest, most established charter school in North Minneapolis. Sojourner Truth Academy is a PK-8 open-enrollment public charter school in Minneapolis, MN.
COMPENSATION
$44,000+ based on experience and credentials
Potential Annual Performance-Based Salary Increase
Teacher & Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Institution
Staff tuition reimbursement program for furthering education degrees
Competitive Family Benefits Plan:
Single Medical Coverage Paid at 100%
Medical, Dental, Prescription & Retirement benefits
Health and fitness benefits
STA WORK CULTURE & ENVIRONMENT
WORK CULTURE
An open-door, community-like environment where staff and scholars are valued and celebrated
89% of staff agree STA is a good place to teach and learn
Entering the second year of our 5-year Strategic Implementation plan in support of our scholar success profile with 3 strategic priorities: 1) Create strong academic vision and support for strong instructional practice 2) Increase effective use of data to drive scholar success
3) Develop a talent strategy that builds and effective team and drives a joyful culture
OUR STAFF
Cultural competency is prized, nurtured, and developed at STA
STA takes pride in the diversity of our staff: 59% of staff are people of color; 28% of STA teachers are people of color
55% of STA staff have between 3-24 years tenure
CAREER DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT
92% of staff agree STA is committed to improving instructional practice
Team-based work culture with embedded weekly professional learning community sessions
Focus on data driven growth with 13 annual PD days, on demand Specialist Teacher support in math, reading, special education, & ELL education
Licensure CEU requirements embedded into staff development schedule
Weekly teacher support from Lead Teacher, grade-level teams, MTSS Team & our Academic & Behavior Support Team
10 days annual paid time off with 21 paid school holidays
IN THE CLASSROOM
24:1 Classroom scholar to teacher ratio
13:2 Pre-Kindergarten scholar to teacher ratio
A support staff member in every classroom
Classroom Budget provided
REQUIRED TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education
CERTIFICATE & LICENSURE: Minnesota Teaching License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Demonstrated knowledge of effective teaching methods and developmentally appropriate small group/individual activities
Ability to collect, analyze, and respond to academic data
Understanding of the Minnesota State Standards in mathematics and appropriate elementary curricular resources
Create a positive learning environment for all scholars
Acts as a team player
Has a solutions-oriented approach
Maintain attention to detail and effectively prioritize workload and multiple tasks to align with the needs of our scholars and school community as a whole
Talks about our work, scholars, families, and community is a respectful way
A proven passion for working with urban youth and an unshakeable belief in their potential
Demonstrated track record of successfully working in a diverse working environment with people of color (particularly African-American and Hispanic students, staff, and families) and socio-economically disadvantaged communities AND/OR training in cultural competency and/or institutional racism
Professional attire and professionalism in communicating with scholars, parents and staff
Receptive to constructive feedback and actively seek help and/or professional development in challenging areas
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of STA’s academic team, the ADSIS Academic Interventionists will be responsible for setting standards and laying a foundation of academic success for scholars by providing high-quality, relevant instruction to individual or small groups of students in a positive learning environment.
Academic/Instructional
Deliver high-quality, individualized mathematics and literacy instruction based on scholars’ needs.
Utilize and/or develop supplemental curricular resources to guide small group instruction
Collect and analyze data to determine effectiveness of interventions and next steps based on student performance
Participate in weekly PLC meetings with grade-level staff
Collaborate with STA staff including but not limited to classroom teachers, the Instructional Specialists, and other interventionists as needed
Organization/Planning
Work within established timelines to accurately and efficiently complete required duties, including data analysis, instructional planning, and reporting
Demonstrate computer competency in Google suite, email, and Internet
Utilize excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Reporting
Monitor scholar academic progress and personal growth toward stated objectives for instruction
Maintain individual scholar records, files and reports of academic progress through online reporting documents in a manner that preserves confidentiality
TO APPLY
Please seek more information about our learning community before taking the time to submit an application: www.sojournertruthacademy.org
Qualified, passionate applicants should send their cover letter and resume to Alma Trevino at atrevino@sojournertruthacademy.org
Applicant materials will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Alma Trevino
Executive Coordinator
