Employment Opportunities at Minnehaha Academy

Open Positions

Minnehaha Academy is seeking candidates to fill the following positions. To apply, locate the on-line application in the right side column of this page and click on the appropriate application to complete and submit online. Follow any additional requirements for application based on the individual job posting. If you have questions, contact the person listed within each job posting.

Faculty Upper School (9-12) Science – Chemistry/Physics (80 – 100% of full-time; benefits eligible) Lower School (P-5) Art Teacher	Staff Assistant Technology Director Fine Arts Assistant and Accompanist (North Campus)
Administration Director of Finance and Operations	Extended Day and Summer Extended Day Substitute Teacher
Athletics Upper School (9-12) Varsity and Assistant Varsity Coaches - Alpine Skiing

The Upper School has an 80% - 100% of full-time opening beginning the 2012/2013 school year:

Science – Chemistry/Physics (80 – 100% of full-time; benefits eligible):

Qualifications include:

• Previous teaching experience with emphasis in Chemistry/Physics
• AP Chemistry experience preferred
• Interest and ability in building positive relationships with students
• State Licensure or equivalent higher education required
• Excellent organizational and communication skills to work with students, parents, and colleagues
• Experience with incorporating technology into a science classroom
• Ability to relate the Christian faith to learning and life

If interested, apply on-line and send a resume to:

Nancy Johnson, Upper School Principal
Minnehaha Academy
3100 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Fax: (612) 728-7787
johnsonnancy@MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnehaha Academy has a part-time opening in our Fine Arts department beginning the 2012-2013 school year:

Fine Arts Assistant and Accompanist – Part-Time (4 days per week, school days only, average 6 hour days)

Qualifications include:

• Administrative/clerical support to Fine Arts department including computer competency in Microsoft Office or similar tools, bookkeeping and organizing music libraries
• Excellent organizational skills and detail orientation
• Experience accompanying choral ensembles
• Ability to facilitate sectional rehearsals
• Strong people skills to effectively interact with students, parents and staff in person and by phone
• Strong self-direction, ability to multi-task and flexibility required

If interested, apply on-line and send a resume to:

Nancy Johnson, Upper School Principal
Minnehaha Academy
3100 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Fax: (612) 728-7787
johnsonnancy@MinnehahaAcademy.net

The Director of Finance and Operations is responsible for leadership and direction of the business and facilities operations of the school by providing oversight of finances, facilities, infrastructure, general operations, auxiliary operations and risk management. The Director of Finance and Operations reports directly to the President, serves on the President’s leadership and senior leadership teams, and is an ex-officio member of the Board Finance, Investment and Facilities Committees.

Director of Finance and Operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial:

• Oversees overall school finances; prepares and manages school budget
• Oversees overall school internal financial controls, regulatory compliance and financial reporting
• Maintains relationships with banks, investment institutions, auditors and other external providers of financial services in managing banking and investments for the school
• Develops, recommends and oversees implementation of financial, collections, tuition-related and other business-operational policies
• Develops long-range financial planning models; monitors progress toward following those models
• Works with Board Investment Committee to manage school Endowment Fund and other managed investments
• Works with Board Finance Committee on long-range strategic financial planning
• Serves as check-signing authority as alternate to the President
• Serves as authorized signer on all school matters including financial, physical plant, vendor contracts and other documents and contracts

Operations:

• Oversees operation and maintenance of all physical plant and capital assets
• Oversees all capital improvements, construction and remodeling projects and capital equipment and furnishings acquisition
• Oversees risk management, insurance, safety and security
• Oversees Custodial/Maintenance, Grounds, Food Service, Transportation, Ice Arena, School Store, Technology and School Master Calendar operations
• Oversees facility rentals

Senior Leadership:

• As member of collaborative senior leadership team, provides overall oversight and leadership of the school
• Assists to develop and implement school policies and procedures
• Provides information to the Board, Board Executive Committee, all other Board Committees, the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church and/or other entities on a regular basis and as requested
• Attends all meetings of the Board and its Finance, Investment and Facilities Committees
• Completes annual evaluation of direct reports; makes hiring decisions for all direct reports
• Coordinates training and development of direct reports
• Performs other duties as assigned by the President

Skills and Requirements:

• Fully aligned with the mission and purpose of Minnehaha Academy with a commitment to serve as a strong Christian role model
• Financial and management experience including budget preparation, financial statements, fund-accounting, investment management and financial reporting of $10+ million budget
• BA degree required in related area of study; MBA or CPA preferred
• Broad-based operations and facilities management experience
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, communication and management skills
• Effective team building, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and be attentive to details
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent judgment, leadership and decision-making abilities
• Strong integrity and reliability a must
• Self-starter, self-directed
• Experience in non-profit environment preferred
• Experience in faith-based, educational organization a plus
• Computer proficiency with experience in PC platform computers, Microsoft Office, familiar database/accounting software and/or other relevant systems experience; familiarity with Senior Systems a plus

If interested, apply on-line and send or fax a resume and cover page to:

Bonnie Anderson, HR Director
Minnehaha Academy
3100 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Fax: (612) 728-7787
andersonbonnie@MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnehaha Academy is seeking a full time infrastructure, data systems, and communications administrator to advance the mission of the school through the implementation and support of information technology and meeting the needs of students, faculty and staff. The Assistant Technology Director supports the school’s backend infrastructure, resolves server issues and user computing and application software problems, installs hardware and software, upgrades, patches and fixes, develops, maintains, and disseminates knowledge of best solutions to new and recurring problems. Additional critical aspects of this role include, working collaboratively with other IT staff and administrators, recommending strategic insights that contribute to the overall direction of technology initiatives and integration, and strong commitment to customer service in responding to and anticipating needs of administrators, faculty and staff.

Assistant Technology Director

Qualifications include:

• A degree in computer science, Master’s a plus, or equivalent experience with demonstrated continuous learning, anticipating technological advances and needs
• Knowledge of back-end technology infrastructure deployment and support including server-level experience
• Technical knowledge of and ability to manage online communication systems and data services
• Knowledge of php and MySQL preferred
• Ability to research, support and troubleshoot numerous hardware peripherals, software, voice and data services
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills with strong attention to details and the ability to multi-task and assess priorities
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills with past management experience of initiatives and people preferred
• Ability to work well with others while demonstrating self-direction and flexibility in the 24x7 nature of technical support

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting in research and leadership of technology solutions and support
• Supporting the school’s backend infrastructure
• Managing and expanding the data and reporting systems in support of our users
• Successful operation of all server, client computing, user interface, communication systems, application software and services
• Professional analysis and support of database services and solutions while maintaining and disseminating knowledge of best procedures and policies
• Research and support of communication systems including external and internal systems
• Research and procure hardware and software based on strategic initiatives; oversee and assist in their maintenance, repair, updates, and replacement
• Participate in the budget development process for all technology purchases
• Participate in the development of technology plans and the processing of documentation for E-rate and other technology funding
• Assist Director of Technology in the administration and leadership of technology department

Expectations include:

• Commitment to support and serve the school and its mission to integrate the Christian faith and learning
• Commitment to continued learning, growth and implementation of best practices in support of all areas of technology
• Commitment to maintain confidentiality and support the mission, policies and guidelines of Minnehaha Academy
• Commitment to strong customer service with effective communication skills
• Commitment to on-going learning and staying ahead of the needs and wants of the academic and administrative needs of the school
• Successful collaboration with other Minnehaha tech team staff and the broader Minnehaha faculty and staff

If interested, apply on-line and send a resume to:

Merry Mattson, Director of Technology
Minnehaha Academy
3100 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Fax: (612) 728-7787
mattson@MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnehaha Academy has seasonal openings for Varsity and Assistant Varsity coaches beginning the 2012-2013 school year:

Varsity and Assistant Varsity Coaches - Alpine Skiing (seasonal)

Qualifications include:

• Coaching experience in Alpine Skiing – Upper & Middle Schools
• Provide Oversight for all Alpine Skiiing, Grades 7 – 12 (applicable to Head Varsity Coach)
• Adherence to Coaches Code of Ethics
• Ability to relate the Christian faith to learning and life
• State Teaching Certification a plus for other teaching opportunities within the school

If interested, apply on-line and send a resume to:

Homar Ramirez, Director of Athletics – Sports Operations
Minnehaha Academy
3100 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Fax: (612) 728-7769
ramirezhomar@MinnehahaAcademy.net

The Lower School has an Art teacher opening beginning the 2012/2013 school year:

Art Teacher (full-time)

Qualifications include:

• Previous experience teaching elementary art
• Proficiency and understanding of all art medium, especially ceramics and painting
• Ability to teach all PreK – 5 grade levels
• Liaisons with broader fine arts department and classroom teachers
• Adaptable to a variety of learning styles
• Vision for comprehensive visual arts program
• State licensure required
• Ability to integrate the Christian faith with art instruction

If interested, apply on-line and send a resume to:

Bruce Maeda, PreK-8 Principal
Minnehaha Academy
4200 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Fax: (612) 728-7777
maedabruce@MinnehahaAcademy.net

Minnehaha Academy’s Extended Day Program has an immediate part-time opening available for a substitute.

Substitute Teacher – Extended Day Program: Our program is open Monday through Friday during the school year. The hours are 2:30 to 6 p.m. During school breaks there are also opportunities to work 4-6 hour shifts.

Qualifications include:

• Passion for working and playing with children
• Reliability and dependability
• Strong people skills to interact with the children, parents, and staff
• Minimum of one year experience working with children in a church, school, daycare, or camp setting preferred
• Ability to plan/implement age appropriate activities
• Ability to support and implement the missions of the school and Extended Day Program
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

If interested, apply on-line and send a resume to:

Sharon Phillips, Extended Day Program Manager
Minnehaha Academy
4200 West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Phone: (612) 728-7745 x2
Fax: (612) 728-7777
phillipssharon@MinnehahaAcademy.net