Openings as of 10/24/2026
DEAN OF STUDENTSNoble Academy, District 4171
JOB SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Superintendent and the CEO, the Dean of Students is responsible for supporting a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment for all students. The Dean of Students works closely with teachers, staff, students, and families to promote positive student behavior, address disciplinary matters, and support student success. The Dean of Students assists with implementing school policies, supervising student conduct, and fostering a school culture aligned with the mission and values of Noble Academy. The Dean of Students will follow the same work schedule and contract days as teaching staff unless otherwise directed by the Superintendent or CEO.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred• Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred• Valid Minnesota teaching license preferred• Minnesota K - 12 administrative license preferred but not required• Experience working with students in a school setting required• Experience working in a charter school district preferred• Strong knowledge of student behavior management practices and restorative approaches preferred
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:• Supports the development and maintenance of a safe and positive school climate.• Assists with implementing and enforcing school policies, procedures, and student code of conduct.• Addresses student disciplinary matters and works collaboratively with staff to resolve behavioral concerns.• Communicates with parents/guardians regarding student behavior, expectations, and disciplinary actions when necessary.• Assists with supervising student arrival, dismissal, hallways, lunch periods, and other common areas as needed.• Supports teachers and staff with classroom management strategies and behavioral interventions.• Maintains accurate documentation and records related to student discipline and behavioral incidents.• Assists with coordinating student support services and referrals when appropriate.• Participates in student attendance monitoring and intervention strategies to improve attendance.• Works closely and collaborates with teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment.• Encourages the use of community resources and maintains communication with families and community members.• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned by the Superintendent and/or CEO.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills• Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly and fairly• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills• Ability to collect information, including gathering facts and data, seeking knowledge of policies, rules, laws, precedents and practices• Strong problem analysis skills including analyzing information, framing issues and identifying causes, seeking additional information when necessary• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations• Must have organizational oversight and attention to detail• Excellent written and oral communication skills
POSITION INFORMATION:
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates can apply on the district website at www.nobleacademy.us and under General Information or Quick Links, click on Career Opportunities.
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.
Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
ESL TeacherNoble Academy, District 4171 GENERAL PURPOSE:To work with the classroom teacher on creating an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. REPORTS TO: Superintendent PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
If appointed as the ESL PLC Lead responsibilities include:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice. Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
LICENSED TEACHER (OPENINGS IN GRADES K -6)Noble Academy, District 4171 GENERAL PURPOSE:To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
Reading SpecialistNoble Academy, District 4171 GENERAL PURPOSE:To support a learning environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn, by developing students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications, comprehend the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in grammar and syntax. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Salary: $46,000-$50,000 based on qualifications
Benefits: Medical, HSA, dental, vision, life & disability, accident & hospital , virtual primary care clinic, retirement (TRA)/supplemental retirement (403b) & district matches, PTO
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHERNoble Academy, District 4171 GENERAL PURPOSE:Assumes professional responsibility for providing learning experiences in physical education/health and supervision of students in a supportive and positive climate by using approved curricula, materials, and directives of the school. QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice. Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color,creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
NOBLE ACADEMY DISTRICT #4171
SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR / SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (0.5 FTE / 0.5 FTE)
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Special Education Coordinator / Special Education Teacher serves in a dual role, providing direct special education instruction and case management services while also supporting the coordination and implementation of the school's special education program. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal special education requirements, supporting due process procedures, coordinating evaluations and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and providing specialized instruction to students with disabilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Special Education Coordinator Responsibilities (0.5 FTE)
Special Education Teacher Responsibilities (0.5 FTE)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary: $60,000
Benefits: Medical, HSA, dental, vision, life & disability, accident & hospital, virtual primary care clinic, retirement (TRA)/supplemental retirement (403b) & district matches, PTO
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice. Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any otherlegally protected statuses.
LICENSED MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHERNoble Academy District 4171Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE: To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:• A valid Minnesota teaching license, certificate, or other legal credentials required for level of assignment• Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development• Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, and as well as students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective• Data driven• Ability to adapt to change in a positive, professional and proactive manner PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:• Acquires knowledge of the school's academic programs and expectations/goals; works to support and achieve those goals• Establishes developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for self and students; communicates them to students and their families• Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair; selects, adapts and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills• Teaches students the required curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving• Collaborates and communicates regularly with families in making educational decisions and uses family and community resources to support learning• Assesses student developmental, cognitive, and social needs, and provides developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs• Regularly assesses student learning by using multiple forms of assessment• Facilitates positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers, and student and other adults• Models learning and behaviors consistent with the expectations for students• Assesses own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDP)• Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development• Collaborates with peers to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students• Participates in site-based management and shared decision-making• Always keeps the students' needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision-making• Demonstrates competence in the school's standards of effective instruction• Tracks student attendance and maintains records for school administration and records behavior problems and discipline actions• Has a working knowledge of and implements the Minnesota State Standards• Participates in all school/family events beyond the school day• Develops guidelines for safety and the school day classroom behavior; ensures students follow them• Organizes desks, bulletin boards, classroom materials, computer stations and other classroom displays as directed by the senior administration• Teaches subjects to students, tracks assignments, grades tests, and assigns homework regularly• Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning• Participates in all staff development as scheduled• Maintains consistencies in instructional programs and other academic decisions made by shared leadership of the staff and the senior administration• Follows other duties as assigned by the senior administration KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:• Assists the senior administration with marketing the school through the use of banners, flyers, brochures, signs, fundraising events, etc. as needed• Ability and willingness to keep records and office space organized and easily accessible• Considerable ability to follow through in a timely manner• Considerable knowledge of and ability to perform classroom management skills, practices and relationship building• Considerable skills in teaching others to safely operate office machines and equipment• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to members of the public, the community, the staff, the students, and the administration• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner• Excellent team player skills with positive attitude• Ability to maintain a calm presence in an emergency• Ability to think clearly in any situation, determine priorities, and handle multiple tasks• Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly• Willingness to show initiative in problem solving and team goal achievements
MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHERNoble Academy District 4171Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE: To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:• A valid Minnesota teaching license, certificate, or other legal credentials required for level of assignment• Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development• Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, and as well as students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective• Data driven• Ability to adapt to change in a positive, professional and proactive manner PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:• Acquires knowledge of the school's academic programs and expectations/goals; works to support and achieve those goals• Establishes developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for self and students; communicates them to students and their families• Creates lessons and learning environments that are safe, respectful and interesting as well as Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair; selects, adapts and individualizes materials appropriate for diverse student populations and skills• Teaches students the required curricula using strategies that foster thinking, reasoning and problem solving• Collaborates and communicates regularly with families in making educational decisions and uses family and community resources to support learning• Assesses student developmental, cognitive, and social needs, and provides developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs• Regularly assesses student learning by using multiple forms of assessment• Facilitates positive interactions between students and teacher, student and peers, and student and other adults• Models learning and behaviors consistent with the expectations for students• Assesses own instructional effectiveness through the Professional Development Process (PDP)• Participates in ongoing and regular staff, team and individual professional development• Collaborates with peers to develop, plan and implement best practices based on the needs/abilities of the students• Participates in site-based management and shared decision-making• Always keeps the students' needs and rights first and foremost in any educational decision-making• Demonstrates competence in the school's standards of effective instruction• Tracks student attendance and maintains records for school administration and records behavior problems and discipline actions• Has a working knowledge of and implements the Minnesota State Standards• Participates in all school/family events beyond the school day• Develops guidelines for safety and the school day classroom behavior; ensures students follow them• Organizes desks, bulletin boards, classroom materials, computer stations and other classroom displays as directed by the senior administration• Teaches subjects to students, tracks assignments, grades tests, and assigns homework regularly• Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning• Participates in all staff development as scheduled• Maintains consistencies in instructional programs and other academic decisions made by shared leadership of the staff and the senior administration• Follows other duties as assigned by the senior administration KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:• Assists the senior administration with marketing the school through the use of banners, flyers, brochures, signs, fundraising events, etc. as needed• Ability and willingness to keep records and office space organized and easily accessible• Considerable ability to follow through in a timely manner• Considerable knowledge of and ability to perform classroom management skills, practices and relationship building• Considerable skills in teaching others to safely operate office machines and equipment• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to members of the public, the community, the staff, the students, and the administration• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner• Excellent team player skills with positive attitude• Ability to maintain a calm presence in an emergency• Ability to think clearly in any situation, determine priorities, and handle multiple tasks• Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly• Willingness to show initiative in problem solving and team goal achievements
LITERACY COACH / MATH & SCIENCE COACH
The Literacy Coach / Math & Science Coach serves in a dual instructional leadership role, supporting teachers in the implementation of high-quality literacy, mathematics, and science instruction. The coach works collaboratively with teachers and administrators to improve instructional practices, increase student achievement, support curriculum implementation, analyze student data, and facilitate professional learning aligned with the school's instructional initiatives.
Literacy Coach Responsibilities (0.5 FTE)
Math & Science Coach Responsibilities (0.5 FTE)
Shared Responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Salary: $40,000- $60,000 based on qualifications
Benefits: Medical, HSA, dental, vision, life & disability, accident & hospital insurance, virtual primary care clinic, retirement (TRA), supplemental retirement (403b) with district match, and PTO.
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the Superintendent and/or CEO that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.
Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
ADSIS INTERVENTION TEACHER Noble Academy District 4171Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE:The ADSIS Intervention Teacher provides targeted, evidence-based reading interventions to students in grades K-8 who are at risk of academic failure. This role is funded through the Minnesota Department of Education's ADSIS (Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services) grant and is designed to reduce the need for future special education referrals by delivering supplemental support within the general education setting. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred:
HMONG LITERACY/CULTURE SPECIALISTNoble Academy District 4171Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE:To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. REPORTS TO: Superintendent QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Preferably a 4-year degree and a MN teaching license Experience: A minimum of at least 2 years of prior experience working in an urban, multiculturalsetting Skills: Must be able to speak, read, and write Hmong KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
Local Literacy Lead (.5 FTE)Noble Academy District #4171
GENERAL PURPOSE:The Literacy Lead is a literacy specialist with expertise in working with educators as adult learners. The Literacy Lead will be supervised by the district and supported by the Regional Literacy Network Lead. The individual in this role will support district implementation of the Minnesota READ Act legislation at the local level, and will support a learning environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn, by developing students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications, comprehend the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in grammar and syntax.Education & Experience:
Preferred Education and Experience:
Competencies:
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Core responsibilities include:
Regional Literacy Network (RLN) Responsibilities:
District Responsibilities:
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the Superintendent and/or CEO that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice. Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color,creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERNoble Academy, District #4171 GENERAL PURPOSE:To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: a valid Minnesota SLD or EBD license, certificate, or other legal credentials required for level of assignment.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: General:
Specifics:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice. Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
BUILDING SUBSTITUTE TEACHERNoble Academy District 4171Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE:To create an educational program, classroom and building environment that is Multicultural/Gender/Ability Fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Benefits for Full-Time Position: Medical, HSA, dental, vision, life & disability, accident & hospital , virtual primary care clinic, retirement (TRA)/supplemental retirement (403b) & district matches, PTO
Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.
