Openings as of 3/10/2026
Lifeguard Posting # 4352 Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise swimming lesson, youth swim camps, and open swim times. This includes some Saturday mornings and weekday evenings. Qualifications:
Rate of Pay: $20 per hour Position is not benefit eligible. Schedule: Various needs from October 2025-May 2026. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jodi Gadient, Community Education Coordinator, 763-528-4512 or gadientj@colheight.k12.mn.us Interested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us
Assistant Girls Flag Football CoachPosting # 4387Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach to work at Columbia Heights High School.Posting dates:1/14/2026- until filledPosition Season: 3/1/2026-6/15/2026 Interested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jake Henderson, Activities Director, 763-528-4511, hendersj@colheights.k12.mn.us Salary: Stipend up to $1248. Position is not benefit eligible. Accountable to the Head Coach and the Activities Director.General Definition of WorkPerforms intermediate administrative work assisting the head coach in the selection, instruction, and conditioning ofathletes assigned to the assistant coach by the head coach, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performedunder the moderate supervision of the Head Coach. Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of first aid, CPR and treatment and care of injuries; comprehensive knowledge of schoolboard policies related to sporting and extra-curricular programs; comprehensive knowledge of applicable state rules,regulations and standards; comprehensive knowledge of district policies, manuals, programs, processes and procedures;thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; general knowledge of financial records; generalknowledge of school forms and records; thorough skill developing and evaluation student based athlete statistics;thorough skill monitoring and adapting budget information into sport related programs; general skill using andmonitoring the safety of standard sport related equipment; general skill operating CPR, AED and standard first aidequipment; ability to meet the public effectively; ability to maintain and enhance knowledge of sport and generalcoaching techniques through continuing education; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to displaysportsmanship, poise, self-control, sense of fairness and judgment and healthy role-modeling; ability to showleadership, motivational and communication skills when dealing with students; ability to demonstrate knowledge ofpolicies, procedures, and guidelines for assigned sport set forth by various third party agencies; ability to demonstratean understanding of school district and board policies, goals and strategy when developing sport vision, mission andgoals; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written format with people with varying levels of Englishcapability; ability to maintain composure and display problem solving skills; ability to establish and maintain effectiveworking relationships with associates, coaches, administrators, students and the general public.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED and moderate experience working in a coaching capacity, or equivalent combination ofeducation and experience.
Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach Posting # 4378 Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach to work at Columbia Academy. Posting dates:11/17/2025- until filled Position Season: 3/1/2026-5/31/2026 Interested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jake Henderson, Activities Director, 763-528-4511, hendersj@colheights.k12.mn.us Salary: Stipend up to $1248. Position is not benefit eligible. Accountable to the Head Coach and the Activities Director. General Definition of Work Performs intermediate administrative work assisting the head coach in the selection, instruction, and conditioning of athletes assigned to the assistant coach by the head coach, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Head Coach. Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of first aid, CPR and treatment and care of injuries; comprehensive knowledge of school board policies related to sporting and extra-curricular programs; comprehensive knowledge of applicable state rules, regulations and standards; comprehensive knowledge of district policies, manuals, programs, processes and procedures; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; general knowledge of financial records; general knowledge of school forms and records; thorough skill developing and evaluation student based athlete statistics; thorough skill monitoring and adapting budget information into sport related programs; general skill using and monitoring the safety of standard sport related equipment; general skill operating CPR, AED and standard first aid equipment; ability to meet the public effectively; ability to maintain and enhance knowledge of sport and general coaching techniques through continuing education; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to display sportsmanship, poise, self-control, sense of fairness and judgment and healthy role-modeling; ability to show leadership, motivational and communication skills when dealing with students; ability to demonstrate knowledge of policies, procedures, and guidelines for assigned sport set forth by various third party agencies; ability to demonstrate an understanding of school district and board policies, goals and strategy when developing sport vision, mission and goals; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written format with people with varying levels of English capability; ability to maintain composure and display problem solving skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, coaches, administrators, students and the general public. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED and moderate experience working in a coaching capacity, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Assistant Boys Volleyball Coach
Posting: 4398Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Boys Volleyball Coach to work at Columbia Heights High School.Posting dates: 3/2/26-until filledPosition begins Spring 2025Interested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jake Henderson, Activities Director, 763-528-4511, hendersj@colheights.k12.mn.us Salary: Stipend up to $500. Position is not benefit eligible. Accountable to the Head Coach and the Activities Director.General Definition of WorkPerforms intermediate administrative work assisting the head coach in the selection, instruction, and conditioning ofathletes assigned to the assistant coach by the head coach, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performedunder the moderate supervision of the Head Coach. Essential Functions
Math Teacher (CHHS)Posting # 4397Columbia Heights is seeking applicants for a Math Teacher vacancy at Columbia Heights High SchoolPosition is 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible)Position begins ASAPExternal Posting Dates: 2/26/2026 - until filled
Link to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf
Questions regarding this position should be directed to Todd Wynne, High School Principal, wynnet@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.usInterviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. Major Responsibilities:Work as a Math Teacher at Columbia Heights High School. Performs difficult professional work teaching in a secondary school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching a broad range of subjects or specialized subject matter(s); teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of district rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.Physical RequirementsThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms and occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
School Psychologist Pool (District Wide) - 2026-2027 School YearPosting # 4391Columbia Heights Public Schools is accepting applications for School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year.Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible). Position begins August 2026
Internal posting dates: 1/30/26-2/6/26
External posting dates: 2/9/26-until filledLink to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf Questions regarding this position should be directed to Sarah Godfrey, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, godfreys@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.Major Responsibilities: Performs difficult professional work conducting psychological assessments; providing interpretation of test results; participating in educational planning; preparing psychological reports; providing customer service, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Student Services. Qualifications: Master's degree in psychology, behavioral or mental health, or related field and moderate experience working in assessment, behavior, special education law, mental health, working in a clinical psychology setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Special Requirements
Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of district policies, manuals, programs, processes and procedures; comprehensive knowledge of psychological policy, federal and state rules and regulations; comprehensive knowledge of standard office practices, procedures and equipment; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; comprehensive knowledge of processes and procedures for evaluating education students; comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of district administration; comprehensive knowledge of curriculum and program development for special students; comprehensive knowledge of issues related to special education law and due process; comprehensive skill developing modified education plans; comprehensive skill analyzing behavioral and social skills; thorough skill operating standard office equipment, personal computer and applicable hardware and software; general skill using psychometric test kids; ability to analyze and interpret various psychological reports; ability to read and respond to grant requests; ability to display an understanding of due process law; ability to develop and present ideas effectively, orally and in written form; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to understand special education funding streams for student placement and educational support needs; ability to apply communication skills while working in stressful intense situations; ability to access third party agencies and programs; ability to create and maintain files, records, reports and databases in a timely and effective manner both electronically and on paper; ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written formats; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, teachers, employees and the general public. Physical RequirementsThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires speaking or hearing and occasionally requires standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
Special Education Teacher Pool (26-27 School Year)Posting # 4395Columbia Heights Public Schools is accepting applications for potential Special Education Teacher positions we anticipate for the coming school year (2026-2027). Positions begin August 2026 Link to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf Questions regarding this position should be directed to Sarah Godfrey, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, godfreys@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.Major Responsibilities: Special Ed Teacher to serve students on IEP's at Columbia Heights Public Schools.
General Definition of WorkPerforms intermediate professional work preparing and providing training and instruction to students with disabilities, individually and in groups; motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; monitoring progress in accordance with IEP's, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Student Services. Occasional oversight is exercised over Educational Assistants. Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to effectively and analyze needs and problems objectively; ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public. Education and Experience
Special Requirements
Physical RequirementsThis work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling and occasionally requires standing, sitting, climbing or balancing, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, using measuring devices, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids and occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
Special Education Teacher Pool (25-26 School Year)Posting # 4278Columbia Heights Public Schools is accepting applications for potential Special Education Teacher positions we anticipate for the coming school year (2025-2026). Positions begin at the start of the 2025-2026 school year.Link to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf Questions regarding this position should be directed to Sarah Godfrey, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, godfreys@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.Major Responsibilities: Special Ed Teacher to serve students on IEP's at Columbia Heights Public Schools.
Night Custodian (Highland Elementary School)Posting # 4392Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1733433275/colheightsk12mnus/q3lzidejbugjsjbzr8jo/CustodialMasterAgreement2024-2026.pdfLocation: Highland Elementary SchoolSchedule/hours are: Monday - Friday: 2:00pm to 10:00pmInternal posting period: 2/4/26-2/11/26
External posting period: 2/12/26-until filledInterested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.usQuestions regarding this position should be directed to James Phillippi, Manager of Buildings and Grounds, phillipj@colheights.k12.mn.usInterviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District Major Responsibilities:Under the direction of the Manager of Buildings and Grounds and the guidance of District Lead Custodian, the Custodian performs general cleaning within assigned areas, hallways, restrooms, gyms, and school areas in accordance with cleaning schedules and work assignments in providing a safe, clean learning environment for students, staff, and faculty. The Custodian assists building personnel in the loading and unloading of district materials, food items and deliveries; relocation of desks, chairs, equipment during building moves; and providing support services for day and evening school activities within Columbia Heights Schools. Responsible for maintaining facility grounds, athletic fields, parking lots, and playgrounds of Columbia Heights Schools. Duties and responsibilities also include removing snow and ice; caring for district lawns, preparing athletic fields for sporting events; and maintaining district grounds equipment. Custodians may assist skilled maintenance technicians or personnel in the conduct of skilled maintenance repairs or can be expected to perform routine and unskilled repairs or scheduled maintenance tasks within the building of assignment. Qualifications:
General Definition of WorkPerforms manual work cleaning and maintaining school building interiors, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Manager - Buildings and Grounds. Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; general knowledge of material safety data sheets; some knowledge of heating and cooling systems; skill reading assembly diagrams and material safety data sheets; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions; ability to read and understand basic English direction; ability to work in a fairly independent environment with little or no supervision; ability to work with a varied group of people coming from different backgrounds; ability to be thorough and clean when working; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and other community members. Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical RequirementsThis work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling, frequently requires speaking or hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, lifting and repetitive motions and occasionally requires sitting and climbing or balancing; work requires close vision and color perception; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arms length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electrical shock, frequently requires exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), exposure to fumes or airborne particles and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and occasionally requires working in high, precarious places, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to vibration and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). Special Requirements
Night Custodian (High School)Posting # 4393Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).Location: CHHSSchedule/hours are: Monday - Friday: 3:00pm to 11:00pm Salary and Benefit Information ($19.70 - $29.50):https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1733433275/colheightsk12mnus/q3lzidejbugjsjbzr8jo/CustodialMasterAgreement2024-2026.pdfExternal posting period: 2/11/2026-until filledInterested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.usQuestions regarding this position should be directed to James Phillippi, Manager of Buildings and Grounds, phillipj@colheights.k12.mn.usInterviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District Major Responsibilities:Under the direction of the Manager of Buildings and Grounds and the guidance of District Lead Custodian, the Custodian performs general cleaning within assigned areas, hallways, restrooms, gyms, and school areas in accordance with cleaning schedules and work assignments in providing a safe, clean learning environment for students, staff, and faculty. The Custodian assists building personnel in the loading and unloading of district materials, food items and deliveries; relocation of desks, chairs, equipment during building moves; and providing support services for day and evening school activities within Columbia Heights Schools. Responsible for maintaining facility grounds, athletic fields, parking lots, and playgrounds of Columbia Heights Schools. Duties and responsibilities also include removing snow and ice; caring for district lawns, preparing athletic fields for sporting events; and maintaining district grounds equipment. Custodians may assist skilled maintenance technicians or personnel in the conduct of skilled maintenance repairs or can be expected to perform routine and unskilled repairs or scheduled maintenance tasks within the building of assignment. Qualifications:
Advanced Placement Test ProctorPosting #4394Questions regarding this position should be directed to Leslie Ronchak, Research and Assessment Coordinator at ronchakl@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us. Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.
Job Goal: Proctors Advanced Placement tests in various subjects. Proctor will monitor test facility and test takers, and assist the AP Coordinator to ensure the integrity of the AP tests and administration. Schedules are flexible but proctors are expected to be available for 4-6 hours at a time.
AP Proctors are responsible for distributing exam materials, following exam instructions, keeping record of testing spaces occurrences, and closely monitoring exams to ensure all protocol is followed. Proctors should be organized, comfortable speaking in front of students, and have a strong attention to detail. All exam proctoring and the training will happen at Columbia Heights High School.
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Position Type:
Position as needed, non-eligible position. Full-time and part-time CHHS Employees regularly scheduled during these hours are not eligible.
Payment to proctors is as follows:
Pay hourly - $25/hours (rate may vary for previous CHPS employees) Position is not benefit eligible.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands or arms.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community.
Applicants for employment are considered without regard to age, physical, mental or psychiatric disability, genetics, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, or military status.
