Openings as of 3/29/2025

2nd Grade Teacher

JobID: 436

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Classroom Teacher, Grade 2


Date Posted:
  3/7/2025


Location:
  CPA Elementary
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/12/2024


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Position Title: 2nd Grade Teacher
 
Reports To: Elementary Principal
 
Terms: 10-month, full-time
 
Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota serving nearly 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
We are seeking a 2nd Grade Teacher to join our elementary team for the remainder of the 25-26 school year. 
 
The qualified applicant will hold a MN Teaching license in Elementary Education.
 
At CPA, Responsive Classroom is implemented across all elementary classrooms.  If you have not taken RC training, we will support you in implementing these strategies.  We also implement the PeaceBuilders program school wide.  Your Mentor teacher will assist you in implementing PeaceBuilders.  New teachers have a mentor as well as regular support from an instructional coach. 
  
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Responsibilities and Skills Required:
 
• Have a strong understanding of the Minnesota Academic Standards for 2nd Grade across content areas

• Facilitate instruction, evaluate and assess student progress against instructional outcomes and objectives

• Possess the ability to develop rapport with young learners of diverse backgrounds

• Work cooperatively with individuals and teams

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication with staff, students, and parents

• Demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance



 




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Elementary Teacher

JobID: 437

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Classroom Teacher, Grade 3


Date Posted:
  3/11/2025


Location:
  CPA Elementary
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Position Title: Elementary Teacher 
 
Reports To: Elementary Principal
 
Terms: 10-month, full-time
 
Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota serving nearly 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
We are seeking a teacher to join our elementary team for the 24-25 school year. We anticpiate a few openings across Grades 1-4. 
 
The qualified applicant will hold a MN Teaching license in Elementary Education.
 
At CPA, Responsive Classroom is implemented across all elementary classrooms.  If you have not taken RC training, we will support you in implementing these strategies.  We also implement the PeaceBuilders program school wide.  Your Mentor teacher will assist you in implementing PeaceBuilders.  New teachers have a mentor as well as regular support from an instructional coach. 
  
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Responsibilities and Skills Required:
 
• Have a strong understanding of the Minnesota Academic Standards for 2nd Grade across content areas

• Facilitate instruction, evaluate and assess student progress against instructional outcomes and objectives

• Possess the ability to develop rapport with young learners of diverse backgrounds

• Work cooperatively with individuals and teams

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication with staff, students, and parents

• Demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance



 




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Preschool Teacher

JobID: 435

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Early Childhood


Date Posted:
  2/7/2025


Location:
  CPA Elementary


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota serving over 800 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   Preschool 4 Peace is an all-day, every day, tuition-free, high quality kindergarten readiness program for 4-year old learners. Preschool 4 Peace is a 4-Star Parent Aware rated program.

At CPA, Responsive Classroom is implemented across all elementary classrooms.  If you have not taken RC training, we will pay for you to attend a one-week RC1 workshop in summer 2025.  We also implement the PeaceBuilders program school wide.  Your Mentor teacher will assist you in implementing PeaceBuilders.  Family Connections (Home Visits) have been a key component of the CPA tradition for over 20 years. Each fall, Teachers visit the homes of their students virtually or in person to establish strong home/ school relationships. 
 
We are seeking a Preschool Teacher  to join our elementary team.
 
The qualified applicant will hold a Tier 3 or Tier 4 MN Teaching license in Early Childhood Education.
  
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Responsibilities and Skills Required:
 
• Have a strong understanding of the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress: Minnesota’s Early Learning Standards (ECIPs)

• Facilitate instruction, evaluate and assess student progress against instructional outcomes and objectives

• Possess the ability to develop rapport with young learners of diverse backgrounds

• Work cooperatively with individuals and teams

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication with staff, students, and parents

• Demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance



 




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Elementary ELD Teacher

JobID: 427

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ELD Teacher


Date Posted:
  1/31/2025


Location:
  CPA Elementary
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota serving nearly 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
We are seeking Elementary ELD Teachers to join our Elementary Team. The qualified candidate will hold a Minnesota teaching license in ESL. They will posses knowledge of best instructional practices for English Language Learners (ELLs), knowledge of WIDA standards and capacity to support colleagues in alignment of WIDA standards to core curriculum, the ability to work closely and positively with culturally and linguistically diverse students, parents, and communities, excellent inter-cultural communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to provide each student with equitable access to academic content, and an unyielding commitment to the mission and vision of the school and to the academic achievement and character development of all Community of Peace Academy students.
At CPA, Responsive Classroom is implemented across all elementary classrooms.  If you have not taken RC training, we will pay for you to attend a one-week RC1 workshop.  We also implement the PeaceBuilders program school wide.  Your Mentor teacher will assist you in implementing PeaceBuilders.  Family Connections have been a key component of the CPA tradition for over 20 years. Each fall, Teachers connect with families via home visit, virtual visit or phone call. 

A complete position description follows.

ELD Teacher Position Description
 
Purpose: To provide instruction to develop linguistic skills for ELD students and all academic language learners.
 
The role of the ELD teacher impacts three dimensions of teaching and learning practices at Community of Peace Academy:
• Advocacy for the language learning needs of all students and serves as a professional resource to colleagues in considering practices that benefit the language growth of all students
• Collaborative planning and implementation of language-specific learning opportunities across the four language domains (listening, speaking, reading and writing) to support access to content learning for all students
• Targeted instruction to support students demonstrating a need for English language development
 
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attitudes Required
• ESL license preferred
• Strong knowledge of best instructional practices for English Language Learners (ELLs)
• Knowledge of WIDA standards and capacity to support colleagues in alignment of WIDA standards to core curriculum
• Ability to work closely and positively with culturally and linguistically diverse students, parents, and communities.
• Excellent inter-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to provide each student with equitable access to academic content.
• An unyielding commitment to the mission and vision of the school and to the academic achievement and character development of all Community of Peace Academy students.
 
Responsibilities: English Language Development
• Provide daily, systematic small-group English language instruction with focus on form.
• Develop Model Performance Indicators (MPIs) for student work products and units of study.
• Monitor and assess English language acquisition of ELD students.
• Screen PHLOTE (Primary Home Language Other Than English) students for possible ELD needs.
• Administer ACCESS for ELLs (Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State-to-State for English Language Learners) to ELD students.
• Conduct Acculturation Quick Screen and Resiliency Checklist to determine level of acculturation of culturally and/or linguistically diverse students.
• Provide interventions for ELD students who are not making expected growth.
• Use progress monitoring tools (based on WIDA Performance Definitions/WIDA Rubrics) and report student growth towards language proficiency to families.
 
Responsibilities: Meaningful Access to Grade-Level Learning
• Plan collaboratively with classroom teachers to ensure each student has opportunities to use language across multiple domains
• Write language objectives for lessons
• Plan for systematic attention to academic vocabulary expansion
• Differentiate instruction based on language proficiency
• Provide learners with supported opportunities to expand language proficiency within the context of grade level content
• Support colleagues in implementing evidence-based practices, skills, and strategies for language learners throughout core instruction.
• Implement co-teaching models and strategies to ensure equitable access to core content in response to student data.
 
Responsibilities: Advocacy and Sharing of Expertise
• Communicate with families regarding qualification for ELD services, ongoing progress toward English language proficiency, and exit from ELD services.
• Participate in ELD student conferences and parent meetings in response to student need.
• Ensure culturally and linguistically diverse students have appropriate access to and benefit from school wide programming.
• Support teachers and staff school-wide in the development of dispositions, knowledge, and skills to serve English Learners.






 




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High School ELD Teacher

JobID: 272

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ELD Teacher


Date Posted:
  1/31/2025


Location:
  CPA


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of Saint Paul, Minnesota serving approximately 850 students in grades PreK to 12. 2025-2026 is our 31st anniversary school year. Community of Peace Academy fosters academic excellence and character development through the education of the whole person - mind, body and will. Driven by peace, relationships and academic excellence, CPA strives to create an educated, empowered and ethical community, at school and within the broader society.   
An instructor in this position will provide instruction to develop linguistic skills for ELD students and all academic language learners in grade 9-12 at Community of Peace Academy.
 
The role of the ELD teacher impacts three dimensions of teaching and learning practices at Community of Peace Academy: 
 
1. Advocacy for the language learning needs of all students and serves as a professional resource to colleagues in considering practices that benefit the language growth of all students

2. Collaborative planning and implementation of language-specific learning opportunities across the four language domains (listening, speaking, reading and writing) to support access to content learning for all students

3. Targeted instruction to support students demonstrating a need for English language development.  
 
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attitudes Required
 
1. ESL license

2. Strong knowledge of best instructional practices for English Language Learners (ELLs)

3. Knowledge of WIDA standards and capacity to support colleagues in alignment of WIDA standards to core curriculum

4. Ability to work closely and positively with culturally and linguistically diverse students, parents, and communities. 

5. Excellent inter-cultural communication skills.

6. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to provide each student with equitable access to academic content.

7. An unyielding commitment to the mission and vision of the school and to the academic achievement and character development of all Community of Peace Academy students.
 
Responsibilities: English Language Development
 
8. Provide daily, systematic small-group English language instruction with focus on form.

9. Develop Model Performance Indicators (MPIs) for student work products and units of study.

10. Monitor and assess English language acquisition of ELD students.

11. Screen PHLOTE (Primary Home Language Other Than English) students for possible ELD needs.

12. Administer ACCESS for ELLs (Assessing Comprehension and Communication in English State-to-State for English Language Learners) to ELD students.

13. Conduct Acculturation Quick Screen and Resiliency Checklist to determine level of acculturation of culturally and/or linguistically diverse students.

14. Provide interventions for ELD students who are not making expected growth.

15. Use progress monitoring tools (based on WIDA Performance Definitions/WIDA Rubrics) and report student growth towards language proficiency to families.
 
Responsibilities: Meaningful Access to Grade-Level Learning
 
16. Plan collaboratively with classroom teachers to ensure each student has opportunities to use language across multiple domains

     

    1. Write language objectives for lessons

    2. Plan for systematic attention to academic vocabulary expansion

    3. Differentiate instruction based on language proficiency

    4. Provide learners with supported opportunities to expand language proficiency within the context of grade level content

17. Support colleagues in implementing evidence-based practices, skills, and strategies for language learners throughout core instruction.

18. Implement co-teaching models and strategies to ensure equitable access to core content in response to student data. 
 
Responsibilities: Advocacy and Sharing of Expertise 
 
19. Communicate with families regarding qualification for ELD services, ongoing progress toward English language proficiency, and exit from ELD services.

20. Participate in ELD student conferences and parent meetings in response to student need. 

21. Ensure culturally and linguistically diverse students have appropriate access to and benefit from school wide programming.

22. Support teachers and staff school-wide in the development of dispositions, knowledge, and skills to serve English Learners. 





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10th Grade Math Teacher

JobID: 336

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Mathematics


Date Posted:
  1/17/2025


Location:
  CPA High School


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
We are seeking a 10^th Grade Math Teacher to join our High School team for the 2025-2026 school year.  In addition to teaching Geometry, the 10^th Grade Math Teacher will teach one elective class per semester, and will serve as the Advisory/Ethics Teacher for a cohort of 10^th grade students with a focus on Personal Ethics.
  
The qualified applicant will hold a Minnesota Teaching license in Mathematics, have a strong understanding of the Minnesota Academic Standards in Math, possess the ability to develop rapport with learners of diverse backgrounds, and demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance.
 
We place great emphasis upon building community and encouraging character development through positive relationships with students.  To this end, Developmental Designs is implemented across grades 7-12.  Internal coaching and support is provided in implementing DD practices.  In addition, teachers are supported in their professional growth through weekly PLCs, structured common planning, and frequent observation and coaching.  All new teachers are also assigned a Mentor.




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10th Grade Science Teacher

JobID: 341

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Science - Biology


Date Posted:
  2/10/2025


Location:
  CPA


Date Available:
  04/07/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
We are seeking a 10^th Grade Science Teacher to join our High School team for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year. 
  
The qualified applicant will hold a Minnesota Teaching license preferrably in Science, possess the ability to develop rapport with learners of diverse backgrounds, and demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance.
 
We place great emphasis upon building community and encouraging character development through positive relationships with students.  To this end, Developmental Designs is implemented across grades 5-12.  Internal coaching and support is provided in implementing DD practices.  In addition, teachers are supported in their professional growth through weekly PLCs, structured common planning, and frequent observation and coaching.  All new teachers are also assigned a Mentor.




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High School Chemistry

JobID: 411

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Science - Chemistry


Date Posted:
  2/10/2025


Location:
  CPA High School


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving nearly 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   

We are seeking a Chemistry Teacher to join our High School team for the 2025-2026 school year. In addition to 11th Grade Chemistry a 12th Grade Science Elective, the Science Teacher will serve as the Advisory/Ethics Teacher.
 
We place great emphasis upon building community and encouraging character development through positive relationships. Developmental Designs is implemented across grades 9-12. All of our teachers are required to be trained in DD1. Training opportunities are available for new staff in the summer months and during the school year, and internal coaching and support is provided in implementing DD practices.  In addition, all teachers are supported in their professional growth through weekly PLCs, structured common planning, and frequent observation and coaching.  All new teachers are also supported by a Mentor.




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High School Social Studies Teacher

JobID: 414

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Social Studies - History


Date Posted:
  3/2/2025


Location:
  CPA High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of Saint Paul, Minnesota serving approximately 900 students in grades PreK to 12. 2025-2026 will be our 31st anniversary school year. Community of Peace Academy fosters academic excellence and character development through the education of the whole person - mind, body and will. Driven by peace, relationships and academic excellence, CPA strives to create an educated, empowered and ethical community, at school and within the broader society.  
 
We are seeking a Social Studies Teacher to join our High School team for the 2025-2026 school year. The Social Studies Teacher will teach three sections o f11th Grade Civics  and an Elective for Semester 1, and three sections of 9th Grade US History  and an elective  Semester 2. In addition, the Social Studies Teacher will serve as the Advisory/Ethics Teacher for a cohort of 10^th grade students.
  
The qualified applicant will hold a Minnesota Teaching license in Social Studies, have a strong understanding of the Minnesota Academic Standards, possess the ability to develop rapport with learners of diverse backgrounds, and demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance.
 
We place great emphasis upon building community and encouraging character development through positive relationships.  Home Visits have been a key component of the CPA tradition for over 20 years. Each fall, Teachers visit the homes of their students after school, usually in pairs or teams of three.  
 
We place great emphasis upon building community and encouraging character development through positive relationships. Developmental Designs is implemented across grades 9-12. All of our teachers are trained in DD1. Training opportunities are available for new staff in the summer months and during the school year, and internal coaching and support is provided in implementing DD practices.  In addition, all teachers are supported in their professional growth through weekly PLCs, structured common planning, and frequent observation and coaching.  All new teachers are also assigned a Mentor.




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5-8 Academic Interventionist

JobID: 430

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching


Date Posted:
  1/17/2025


Location:
  CPA Middle School


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  The 2024/2025 school year is our 30th year of operation.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
 
 
We are seeking a Middle School Intervention Specialist.  The Intervention Specialist will plan and provide academic intervention and support to general education students with academic skills deficits and/or below grade level performance, in the general classroom and in dedicated breakout spaces.
 
We are seeking additional support for the 2024-2025 school year to support students’ academic growth. 
 
 
 
Position Responsibilities
 
1. Mindset: Promote and model the philosophy, mission and vision of Community of Peace Academy. Promote and model a mindset of high academic and character expectations for all students.

2. Intervention: In consultation with the Data Coach and classroom teachers, identify students in need of intervention. Design appropriate academic interventions for identified students. Administer interventions and conduct ongoing progress monitoring.

3. Lesson Planning: Write individual learning plans including goals and timetables for progress monitoring. Write daily and weekly lesson plans for small group or individual instruction.  Provide copies of goals and plans to classroom teachers and the school's data coach.

4. Communication and Reporting: Communicate with the Data Coach and classroom teachers regarding students’ needs, instructional planning and student progress. Provide regular progress reports to teachers and administrators. Maintain student service records.

5. Other duties as requested in support of ongoing student achievement and school improvement.
 
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attitudes Required
 
• Knowledge of or ability to learn core academic content and standards across secondary grades.

• Understanding of prerequisite skills in reading and math development.

• Considerable skill in providing academic interventions to secondary school-age students across content areas.

• Ability to make data-driven decisions in an educational environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to access and utilize web-based applications and spreadsheets.

• Strong organizational skills, including scheduling and time-management.

• Strong ability to be self-directed and autonomous in carrying out work duties.

• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

• Ability to exercise professionalism and confidentiality, and maintain student dignity in all circumstances.

• 4-year college degree and prior teaching or intervention experience required.

• Specific knowledge in interventions for Reading/Language Arts preferred.





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High School Special Education Teacher

JobID: 416

Position Type:
  Student Support Services


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  CPA


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 900 students in grades PreK to 12.  The 2025/2026 school year will be our 31st year in operation!  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
We are seeking a High School Special Education Teacher to join CPA’s Special Education team for the 2025-2026 school year.  The Special Education Teacher will provide direct and indirect academic and behavioral instruction and support to eligible students in a resource setting and in the general classroom in accordance with individual IEP needs.  The Special Education Teacher will also oversee due process requirements for the students on his or her caseload, direct the work of program paraprofessionals, collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators in support of student academic and social/emotional success, monitor student progress and facilitate due process meetings.
 
The qualified applicant will hold a MN Teaching license in ASD, ABS, SLD or EBD.  They will have a strong background in academic and social/emotional skills instruction and in behavior management.  The qualified applicant will also possess strong cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills with students, families and staff, and will demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance.
 
Special Education Teachers manage a 15 student caseload and have allocated time within the school day to complete and work on Due Process.  In addition, Special Education Teachers are supported at CPA by a full-time, on-site Special Education Coordinator, a Due Process Specialist and a Special Education Coach. All new teachers are paired with a Mentor.  




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7th/8th Grade Special Education Teacher

JobID: 358

Position Type:
  Student Support Services


Date Posted:
  10/24/2024


Location:
  CPA Middle School


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving nearly 850 students in grades PreK to 12.  The 2024/2025 school year will be our 30th year in operation!  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
 
We are seeking a Middle School Special Education Teacher to join CPA’s Special Education team for the 2024-2025 school year.  The Special Education Teacher will provide direct and indirect academic instruction and support to eligible students in a Resource and Co-Taught setting and in the general classroom in accordance with individual IEP needs.  The Special Education Teacher will also oversee due process requirements for the students on his or her caseload, direct the work of program paraprofessionals, collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators in support of student academic and social/emotional success, monitor student progress and facilitate due process meetings.
 
The qualified applicant will hold a MN Teaching license in ASD, ABS, SLD or EBD.  They will have a strong background in academic and social/emotional skills instruction and in behavior management.  The qualified applicant will also possess strong cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills with students, families and staff, and will demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance.
 
Special Education Teachers at CPA are supported by a full-time, on-site Special Education Director, a Due Process Specialist and a Special Education Coach. All new teachers are paired with a Mentor.  Caseloads for special education teachers are between 12-14 students. 




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Elementary Special Education Teacher

JobID: 201

Position Type:
  Student Support Services


Date Posted:
  2/11/2025


Location:
  CPA Elementary
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of Saint Paul, Minnesota serving approximately 900 students in grades PreK to 12. 2025-2026 was our 31st anniversary school year. Community of Peace Academy fosters academic excellence and character development through the education of the whole person - mind, body and will. Driven by peace, relationships and academic excellence, CPA strives to create an educated, empowered and ethical community, at school and within the broader society.  
 
We are seeking a Elementary Special Education Teacher to join CPA’s Special Education team. This Teacher will provide direct and indirect service to eligible students in CPA’s 1st grade through 4th grade. This teacher will also oversee due process requirements for the students on his or her caseload, direct the work of program paraprofessionals, collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators in support of student academic and social/emotional success, monitor student progress and facilitate due process meetings.
 
The qualified applicant will hold a MN Teaching license in Special Education. He or she will also possess strong cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills with students, families and staff, and will demonstrate an unyielding commitment to helping all students attain high academic and ethical standards of performance.
 
Special Education Teachers manage a 15 student caseload and have 2 allocated time within the school day to complete and work on Due Process.  In addition, Special Education Teachers are supported at CPA by a full-time, on-site Special Education Coordinator, a Due Process Specialist and a Special Education Coach. All new teachers are paired with a Mentor.  
 
 




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High School Guidance Counselor

JobID: 307

Position Type:
  Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor


Date Posted:
  3/28/2025


Location:
  CPA
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/04/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 800 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
1) Extensive knowledge of the college admission process
2) Ability to plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive college counseling program that will reinforce the Community of Peace mission
3) Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)
4) Flexibility; ability to manage simultaneous demands from a variety of sources; ability to manage crisis situations that impact individuals as well as large groups; and maintain emotional control under stress
5) Detail oriented, interpret policy, procedures, and data; compile and coordinate student data
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1) Plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive college registration program that will fulfill the Community of Peace mission across appropriate grade levels.
2) Assist and inform students about career opportunities including: post secondary option, college/career fairs, college assessments, scholarship opportunity, employment, volunteer, financial aid, deadline dates, school summer options, internship and mentorship program
3) Research, establish and maintain long-term relationships within the college admissions arena, including but not limited to – college admissions counselors/directors, university outreach centers
4) Classroom presentation on career opportunity
5) Coordinate all college speakers and college trips
6) Maintain constant and open communication with students, parents, teachers and administrators regarding the college admission process
7) Work closely to ensure all high school students are in compliance with state regulations regarding high school credits and that they are reported in an efficient and easy manner to external evaluators, track and manage student academic records and college application status/decisions
8) Assist with other administrative duties, when necessary, including, but not limited to, lunch duty
9) Conduct individual and/or small group meetings with students and their families when necessary (e.g., financial aid workshops, transition from high school to college, etc); communicate in a clear and effective manner
10) Facilitation of the registration process i.e. new/transfer students registration, Middle School registration, registration for enrolled students, PSEO students and alternative school program etc..
11) Consult with students, parents and teachers regarding graduation requirements and high standards profile.
12) Classroom presentation on registration process at the middle school
13) Refer students to alternative school programs such as: ALC, PSEO, adult learning center, summer school, job and camps. 
14) Project a professional, responsible, and positive image, establish and maintain a work environment conducive to positive staff morale
15) Demonstrate trustworthiness in dealing with confidential matters and conduct all school-related meetings in a professional manner
16) Assist High School teaching staff in their advisory responsibilities




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Openings as of 3/29/2025

In-House Guest Teacher

JobID: 305

Position Type:
  Substitute/Guest Teacher


Date Posted:
  11/26/2023


Location:
  CPA District


Date Available:
  immediate


Closing Date:
  Ongoing


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 800 students in grades PreK to 12.  We take pride in being a multicultural community of students and staff committed to educating the whole person -  mind, body and will - for peace, justice, freedom, compassion, wholeness and fullness of life for all.   

We are seeking an In-House Guest Teacher to lead our classrooms on days when a CPA teacher is absent during the 2023/2024 school year. This person would be on call each day to act as a substitute teacher across our building (PreK - 12th grade).  This is a full-time salaried position with benefits.  A regular teaching license is preferred and a short-term sub license is required, if you don't have it we can work with you to get it as long as you qualify.

Preference will be given to candidates with classroom experience.




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Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional

JobID: 200

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Special Education Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  CPA Elementary
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open untiled filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 900 students in grades PreK to 12. 2025-2026 is our 31st school year. Community of Peace Academy fosters academic excellence and character development through the education of the whole person - mind, body and will. Driven by peace, relationships and academic excellence, CPA strives to create an educated, empowered and ethical community, at school and within the broader society.  
 
We are seeking multiple Special Education Paraprofessionals to work with students with disabilities across our Elementary School special education program. Special Education Paraprofessionals work daily when school is in session and are given six paid holidays during the school year. Other benefits include up to ten sick days per school year, health and dental insurance coverage and a retirement plan.
 
The qualified applicant will possess a strong ability to develop positive rapport with learners of diverse backgrounds, to maintain clear and consistent expectations, to support learning activities and student behavior in with skill and enthusiasm, and to communicate effectively and professionally with team members. 




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High School Special Education Paraprofessional

JobID: 240

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Special Education Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  CPA
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open until filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving nearly 900 students in grades PK-12th for the 2025-2026 is our 31st  school year. Community of Peace Academy fosters academic excellence and character development through the education of the whole person - mind, body and will.  
 
We are seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to work with High School students with disabilities in our special education program. Special Education Paraprofessionals work daily when school is in session and are given six paid holidays during the school year. Other benefits include up to ten sick days per school year, health and dental insurance coverage and a retirement plan.
 
The qualified applicant will possess a strong ability to develop positive rapport with learners of diverse backgrounds, to maintain clear and consistent expectations, to support learning activities and student behavior in with skill and enthusiasm, and to communicate effectively and professionally with team members. 
 
 




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Openings as of 3/29/2025

Middle School Special Education Paraprofessional

JobID: 285

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Special Education Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  CPA District
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


Closing Date:
  open untiled filled


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Community of Peace Academy is an urban public charter school located on the East Side of St. Paul Minnesota serving over 800 students in grades PreK to 12. 2025-2026 is our 31st school year. Community of Peace Academy fosters academic excellence and character development through the education of the whole person - mind, body and will. Driven by peace, relationships and academic excellence, CPA strives to create an educated, empowered and ethical community, at school and within the broader society.  
 
We are seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to work with students with disabilities within the High School special education program. Special Education Paraprofessionals work daily when school is in session and are given six paid holidays during the school year. Other benefits include up to ten sick days per school year, health and dental insurance coverage and a retirement plan.
 
The qualified applicant will possess a strong ability to develop positive rapport with learners of diverse backgrounds, to maintain clear and consistent expectations, to support learning activities and student behavior in with skill and enthusiasm, and to communicate effectively and professionally with team members. 
 




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