Openings as of 5/26/2026
Temporary Clerical Substitute (Community Education Administrative Assistant)Posting # 4421 CHPS is accepting applications for a temporary clerical substitute from approximately 4/1/26-5/29/26Location: Community Education (District Office)Hours are 7:30 am - 4:00 p.m. This position is located on the main floor of the District Office and supports the Community Education department. This position also assists with general building operations and assisting parents and visitors. Fluency in Spanish highly preferred.
This is a temporary substitute position. External posting dates: 3/30/26 - until filled Interested applicants should apply online through Kelly Education at www.kellyeducation.com Questions regarding this position should be directed to Kristen Stuenkel, Director of Community Education & Communications, at 763-528-4515 or stuenkek@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. General Definition of WorkPerforms intermediate skilled administrative support work registering and billing community members for community education programs; processing county and scholarship billing for community education programs; registering and entering new student information for community education programs; providing customer service and administrative support, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Director of Community Education. 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of district handbooks, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; general knowledge of timesheetsand payroll related forms; thorough skill preparing or processing communications; thorough skill operating standardoffice computer equipment and applicable hardware and software; general skill preparing purchase orders, vouchers anddeposit reports; thorough skill preparing communications, signs, brochures, charts and diagrams; some skillmaintaining accurate records both paper and electronically; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability toperform some troubleshooting when operating standard office hardware and software; ability to manage several workprojects simultaneously; ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, parents and other district shareholdersboth orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain working relationships with associates, parents, studentsand community members.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED and considerable experience in customer service, clerical or office support roles, orequivalent combination of education and experience. Associates/Technical degree preferred.Physical RequirementsThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking orhearing and repetitive motions, frequently requires using hands to finger, handle or feel and occasionally requiresstanding, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling andlifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas bymeans 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 throughoral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written orcomputer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure toenvironmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).Special Requirements
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
Mini Adventures Child Care AssistantPosting # 4416Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking a Mini Adventures Child Care Assistant.Position is available to start 6/1/26Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PMPay: $16.54 / hourPosition is not eligible for insurance benefits. To be considered for this position Interested applicants MUST apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.Major Responsibilities:The Mini Adventures Assistant works as part of a team to engage and interact with children ages 3 to 5 years old. The mini adventures assistant works as a team member to ensure children are in a safe environment. This position helps children increase their skills and meet their goals in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Qualifications:
Dean of Students – Columbia AcademyPosting #4436 Position information196 days/year 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible) Begins August 2026Salary Range: $85,000-$91,000External Posting Dates: 5/7/26-until filled Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Leslee Sherk, 763-528-4705, sherks@colheights.k12.mn.usGeneral Definition of WorkPerforms difficult administrative work overseeing and supervising student behavior to maintain an educational environment conducive to learning, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the principal. Continuous oversight is exercised over the student body. Qualification Requirements
To 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 FunctionsSupervises and oversees student body; oversees and supervises halls during travel times, activities, and lunchroom during lunch periods to maintain a safe and orderly environment.Assists with the administration of student discipline and the enforcement of district and building policies and procedures.Communicates with parents and other interested parties regarding student behavior and attendance; provides status updates.Supports teachers with instruction and student management.Oversees and coordinates building testing and assessments.Facilitates and reviews student behavior and attendance; submits attendance concerns to the County.Creates daily schedules.Provides supervision for afterschool activities and events.Facilitates family engagement program.Coordinates and monitors student achievement and basic skills teaching teams to improve student achievement.Serves as the district's administrative representative in special education meetings as assigned by the principal.Serves as a representative at district meetings and committees as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of district handbooks, rules, regulations, district phone log and office referrals; thorough skill preparing or processing attendance records and staff communications.General skill preparing or processing behavior reports, suspension forms, student files and parent communication letters; general skill operating standard office computer equipment and applicable hardware and software.Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to perform some troubleshooting when operating standard office hardware and software; ability to perform job functions under a high level of stress while maintaining collected emotion levels; ability to effectively communicate with staff, students and parents both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain working relationships with associates, parents, students and community members. Education and ExperienceMaster's degree in school administration, education leadership, or related field and extensive experience working in behavior intervention, building management, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical RequirementsThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires standing and walking and occasionally requires sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel and lifting; work requires close vision and distance 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 receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data 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 moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). Special RequirementsValid Minnesota teaching license.Administrative licensure or current attendee in a licensure program.Experience working in a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.Valid driver's license in the State of Minnesota.
Education Assistant Pool 2026-2027 School YearPosting # 4417Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking applications for Education Assistants! Salary Range: $24.60-$25.63 per hour depending on the Education Assistant Category Schedule: Typically 6.5 hours / day (32.5 / week, benefit eligible)Calendar: 183 days / year, follows school year (September - June), and includes mid-year breaksThe district offers comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, disability coverage along with retirement savings options.Benefit Information: https://heightsnet.colheights.k12.mn.us/benefits 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 at www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.Major Responsibilities: Performs intermediate human support work assisting students with daily assignments and responsibilities of individual education plans; helping students with social and academic skills; assisting teachers in the classroom; interacting with children, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal and Teacher.Qualifications: Two years of study at an institution of higher education; Minnesota's standard: A minimum of 60 semester credits or the amount required to complete two years of full time enrollment as determined by the institution attended;
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An Associate's degree; or Minnesota's standard: An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree;
A demonstration, through a formal state academic assessment:
Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classroom teaching; ability to deal effectively with students, parents and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, parents, students and associates.Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED with coursework in child development, human development, learning, behavioral management, or related field and minimal experience assisting students or learners to interpret and complete assigned responsibilities, acting as a job coach or mentor, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associates/Technical degree preferred.Physical RequirementsThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires standing, 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 and lifting; 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).Special Requirements
PreK 4 Teacher (2 vacancies) - Valley View Elementary School Posting # 4425 Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking a PreK 4 Teacher for Valley View Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.Internal Posting Dates: 4/13/26-4/20/26
External Posting Dates: 4/24/26-until filledInterested applicants should apply online at www.colheights.k12.mn.us Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jason Kuhlman, Principal, kuhlmanj@colheights.k12.mn.us.Link to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf
https://www.colheights.k12.mn.us/district1/administrativedepartments/human-resources/employment-benefits Essential FunctionsPlans, prepares and organizes lesson plans, activities and curriculum to deliver Pre-K programs.Organizes, prepares and sets up learning environments that enhance and support lesson plans; teaches and instructschildren in learning experiences, techniques and activities through modeling behaviors, play and activities consistentwith the goals of the program.Meets and communicates with parents to discuss progress, observations, and potential needs to providerecommendations, referrals or to answer questions they have about the program or curriculum.Prepares and organizes calendars for curriculum purposes to keep parents informed of classroom topics and events;writes newsletter.Plans and participates in special events; assists with set up and clean up of events; helps plan and lead activities withfamilies.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of education principles, practices and procedures;thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of communityeducation rules, regulations and procedures; general skill using standard office equipment and applicable hardware andsoftware; skill operating tools to maintain effective teaching; ability to create and maintain written and electronic fileswith a high standard of accuracy; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions anddecimals; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and othercommunity members.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in child development, education, or related field and minimal experience working in early childhooddevelopment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
FACS - Family/Consumer Science Teacher - Columbia Heights High SchoolPosting # 4429Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking a FACS - Family/Consumer Science Teacher to work at our High School.Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Position begins Fall 2026
Internal Posting Dates: 4/20/26-4/27/26
External Posting Dates: 4/30/26-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, 763-528-4605 or wynnet@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.Major Responsibilities: Teach Family/Consumer Sciences to Columbia Heights High School students. Special Requirements
General Definition of Work:Performs difficult professional work teaching in an elementary or 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.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.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in teaching, or related field teaching and working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.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
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).
Social Worker (High School)Posting # 4432Columbia Heights Public Schools is looking to hire a full-time Social Worker to work at Columbia Heights High School.Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Link to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf
https://www.colheights.k12.mn.us/district1/administrativedepartments/human-resources/employment-benefits Position is available August 2026.Internal posting dates: 5/1/26-5/8/26
External posting dates: 5/18/26-until filledQuestions regarding this position should be directed to Sarah Godfrey, Director of Special Services, 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 DistrictMajor Responsibilities: Performs difficult professional work appraising and meeting sociological needs of individual students; supporting and assisting families, providers and school staff in this area; coordinating attendance and other student services, and related work as apparent or assigned. Qualifications:
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 social, economic and health problems; general knowledge of social institutions and the methods of the helping process; thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior; thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, methods and techniques used for assessing sociological needs of individual students; thorough knowledge of federal and state mandates and local procedures and regulations relating to social and community support programs; general knowledge of standard computer equipment and applicable hardware and software; comprehensive skill communicating both orally and in writing; ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, teachers and administrators; ability to plan and organize work and to understand and interpret laws, policies and regulations; ability to identify social problems and needs to assess the ability of individuals and families to utilize services in problem-solving; ability to work with and through other school personnel, parents and community agencies; ability to prepare reports and maintain records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, associates, other professional and technical staff, social agencies and the general public. Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in social work, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical RequirementsThis work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work frequently sitting, speaking or hearing and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; 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 moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
ECSE Teacher (26-27 School Year) Posting # 4433Columbia Heights Public Schools is accepting internal applications for an ECSE Teacher position for the 2026-2027 school year.Internal Posting Dates: 5/4/26-5/11/26
External Posting Dates 5/19/26-until filledLink to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdfQuestions 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 (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).
Internal Posting 3/25/26-4/1/26
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.
Night Custodian (Columbia Academy)Posting # 4426Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).Location: Columbia AcademySchedule/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.pdfInternal posting period: 4/14/26-4/21/26Interested 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 # 4419Position 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.pdfInternal posting period: 3/27/26-4/6/26External posting period: 4/13/26-until flledInterested 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:
Summer Programming Principal (2 positions)Posting # 4402This posting is open to CHPS staff with a principal license who are not currently a principal or assistant principal.Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking two summer programming principals (elementary and secondary)Location: Highland Elementary School/Columbia Heights High SchoolDates: July 13, 2026 - July 30, 2026 Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:15 am - 1:45 pm Internal posting dates: March 11, 2026 - March 18, 2026
External posting dates: May 18, 2026-until filledStipend up to $3000.Questions regarding this position should be directed to Tara Thukral, Director of Teaching and Learning, 763-528-4533 or thukralt@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply on line www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.
Summer Programming Education Assistants K-12+Posting # 4413Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking Education Assistants for Summer Programming in Grades K-12+ Location: Highland Elementary School/Columbia Heights High SchoolDates: July 13, 2026 -July 30, 2026 Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45 am - 1:00 pm Internal posting dates: March 11, 2026 - March 18, 2026
External posting dates: March 24, 2026 - until filled Hourly Rate: $24.60-$25.63 (not benefit eligible)Questions regarding this position should be directed to Sarah Godfrey, Director of Special Services, godfreys@colheights.k12.mn.us.Interested applicants should apply on line www.colheights.k12.mn.us Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.Special Services will place candidates in grade levels.
