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JOB TITLE Title 1 Teacher FTE/HOUR ALLOTMENT 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) REPORTING STRUCTURE Reports to: In-Person Principal Supervises: N/A MISSION ALIGNMENT Our Mission : To grow environmentally literate, community-impacting learners of excellence. Our Vision : CCS strives to be a school where students build meaningful connections with each other, the community, and the environment through exceptional and relevant learning experiences. DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM Crosslake Community School In-Person Program JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE The Title I Teacher at Crosslake Community School champions the academic, social, and emotional development of early learners through targeted, in-person interventions in reading and math. By utilizing data-driven insights and a collaborative team approach, this educator identifies at-risk students and delivers personalized one-on-one or small-group instruction. This role serves as a vital link between school and home, empowering families with the resources necessary to support their child?s unique academic journey. The Title I Teacher is essential to fulfilling the school?s mission of cultivating curiosity, building confidence, and fostering deep community connections for every student. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT & EXPERIENCE IMPACT This position supports our strategic directions and contributes to creating positive daily experiences by: ? For Students : ? Providing engaging, standards-aligned instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners and promotes academic growth ? Creating a supportive, respectful learning environment where students feel valued and motivated to succeed ? For Staff & Community : ? Collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum, share best practices, and support cross-curricular integration ? Maintaining open, consistent communication with families and contributing to a positive, mission-driven school culture ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Duties and Responsibilities: Intervention & Support: Implements evidence-based interventions to improve academic achievement in mathematics. Implements evidence-based structured literacy interventions to improve academic achievement in reading and writing. Collaboration: Works closely with classroom teachers, specialists, and administrators to coordinate targeted intervention schedules for students Works closely with classroom teachers to align interventions with the classroom curriculum and support student needs Works with the Director of Teaching and Learning to gather the data required for reporting on academic goals and to the board of education as needed Attends all staff meetings, PLC?s, and team meetings Assessment & Data: Performs diagnostic assessments, monitors progress, and uses data to adjust instruction. Creates individualized learning plans for each title 1 student Assists the director of teaching and learning with the local literacy plan Parent & Family Engagement: Communicates regularly with parents, including quarterly progress reports. Participates in conferences, open houses, and enrollment events. Hosts family nights: one literacy and one math per year. Compliance: Ensures all services adhere to state and federal Title I guidelines Maintains accurate and complete records, including time and effort documentation Assists with the annual Title I funding application Maintains contact with MDE concerning requirements for the program and communicates any updates/changes to the appropriate school staff Attend training and participate in networking related to Title 1 CORE VALUES DEMONSTRATED IN THIS ROLE This position demonstrates our core values through: ? Respect : Building trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues by honoring diverse perspectives and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment. ? Excellence : Delivering high-quality, data-informed instruction that challenges students to reach their full academic potential. ? Learning : Continuously seeking professional growth and applying new strategies to meet the evolving needs of learners. ? Integrity : Upholding high ethical standards by maintaining confidentiality, following school policies, following through on commitments, and modeling professionalism. ? Community : Actively collaborating with staff, students, and families to support a shared mission and foster a connected, supportive school culture. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS ? Education : ? Bachelor?s degree in education or related field required ? Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Grades K-5 ? Experience : ? Minimum of 1 year of experience teaching, advising, or working with youth in an educational or advocacy setting ? Knowledge/Skills : ? Strong understanding of Minnesota academic standards and MN MTSS ? Effective instructional planning ? Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and manage multiple tasks independently and collaboratively ? Technology Proficiency: ? Demonstrated fluency with educational technology tools, including Google Workspace (Docs, Meet, Drive, Calendar), ? Ability to integrate technology creatively and effectively into instruction and school operations, with a growth mindset toward emerging tools and practices, including AI, is preferred. ? Personal attributes : ? Commitment to environmental education and making a positive community impact ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across multiple modalities with families and staff ? Must be responsive, approachable, and committed to fostering strong connections in a healthy learning environment. ? Professionalism, adaptability, and a student-centered mindset PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS MNMTSS training and experience MN READ Act structured literacy training completed (LETRS, CAREIALL, or OL&LA) Experience with screening tools such as Fast Bridge, Capti Read Basics, and EasyCBM Experience delivering targeted interventions to students with diverse needs WORKING CONDITIONS ? In-person work environment with a typical 8-hour workday from 7:30-3:30 or 7:45-3:45. ? Some before or after school meetings will be expected ? Annual schedule includes 175 workdays (prorated based on start date), including school and professional development days ? Frequent sitting and hand use (e.g., typing, computer work) required ? Occasional standing, walking, reaching, and crouching ? Occasionally required to lift and carry materials up to 25 lbs ? Occasional travel may be required for additional professional development or training ? Requires strong organization, independent time management, and the ability to collaborate with staff and leadership TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT ? Agreement: 175 days School Calendar Days 165 teaching, 10 Professional Development ? Schedule: 8 hours per day; general business hours are 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. or 7:30 am to 3:30 pm with flexibility as needed ? Position Type: In Person - at the school building ? Technology Requirements: Must maintain and regularly update Google Calendar, utilize documents and other processes, as the school uses Google Workspace ? Meeting Requirements: Must attend all required weekly meetings including department, MTSS, and full staff meetings ? Salary Range: BA, Step 0 (Tier 1) at $29,650/year to DOC, Step 0 (Tier 4) at $56,075/year, placement will vary depending on education and experience. View the salary grid for teachers and learning coaches, accessible via our Employment page. Crosslake Community School ? Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, and paid time off DISCLAIMER This position description accurately reflects the primary duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the role. It does not exclude other assigned duties not mentioned above. CCS is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive community of educators. If interested, please send a resume and letter of interest to hiring@crosslakekids.org . Crosslake Community School 35808 County Rd 66 Crosslake, MN 56442 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This electronic mail transmission and any documents accompanying it may contain confidential information, protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Please protect the privacy of this information and do not forward this email. 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