2025-26 Science 9-12 Instructional Department Chair

Minnetonka Public Schools; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Department Chairperson to lead instructional efforts and foster collaboration across grades 9-12. This role emphasizes curriculum alignment and innovative teaching practices, ensuring that all students have access to rigorous coursework. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a commitment to professional development. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape educational experiences and drive departmental success within a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Must be a continuing contracted teacher in the relevant department.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional work and co-facilitate department meetings.
• Support curriculum mapping and assist in material selection.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Curriculum Development

Education

Teaching Certification

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Position Type:

Teaching/Department Chairs

Date Posted:

5/2/2025

Location:

Minnetonka High School (MHS)

Date Available:

2025-26 School Year

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Department Chair Job Description:

This position requires strong collaboration across three levels, focusing on curriculum alignment, essential learnings, and instructional practices. The role involves at least three days of collaborative work, ideally scheduled as one day in August, one during the school year, and one in June, with additional time as needed. This work is under the supervision of the District and level Principals.

I. Grades 9-12 Department Chairperson

1. Lead the instructional work for the department.
2. Co-facilitate monthly department meetings.
3. Ensure deep implementation of the Minnetonka Instructional Framework in all courses.
4. Lead experiential learning initiatives across courses.
5. Propose new courses to meet learner needs and challenges.
6. Lead the development of online learning within your department.
7. Create pathways for students to complete rigorous coursework.
8. Innovate and seek ideas for improvement.
9. Define, communicate, and support the integration of essential learnings and assessments.
10. Support curriculum mapping and revision.
11. Assist in material selection.
12. Participate in recruitment and interviews when appropriate.

Requirements

1. Be a continuing contracted (tenured) teacher in the relevant department.
2. Ability to develop district and building goals.
3. Exceptional communication skills.
4. Proven effective leadership within the department.
5. Willingness to work additional days outside the school year as needed.
6. Participation in workshops and training to develop required skills.

Compensation:

Refer to the 2024-25 teacher salary schedule. Position rates are detailed in Appendix -e-, Schedule D. This position does not include medical or dental benefits.

Hiring Administrators:

• Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director of Human Resources
• Steve Urbanski, Director of Curriculum
• Jeff Erickson, Principal

Current Employees:

Apply via the internal application form on the district website. No need to attach recommendation letters or transcripts.