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TITLE: Assistant Chief Building Engineer
REPORTS TO: Building Superintendent
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
HOURS: Varies based on need
EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/1/2020

School Overview

Breck School is a preschool through grade twelve, college-preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In the context of an inclusive and caring community, Breck enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our school’s Episcopal roots are lived through the unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion where we respect the dignity of every human being and hold a firm belief in social responsibility. We are a close and caring community that focuses on lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

Across the school and across constituencies there is collective focus on care for each individual student in service of excellence. A community of high-achieving and motivated students and faculty, staff, and administrators focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging research to practice, Breck is committed to offering an exceptional school experience to our students. Upon graduation, Breck students lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility and matriculate to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Position Overview

The purpose of the Assistant Engineer is to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, installation and repair to facility support equipment to assure proper upkeep of the facility and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain support equipment according to all manufacturer’s specifications.
• Update and note deficiencies of all facility equipment.
• Expedite all repairs and work requests to give the best possible service to all departments
• Maintain records and files of buildings and equipment as needed.
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas to ensure safe working conditions
• Refer to the attached Maintenance Task List for a complete list of equipment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent skills and/or experience
• Completion of a 1-year general Building Maintenance course at an approved vo-tech school
• State of Minnesota boiler operator’s License minimum 2nd class C
• 1-year specialized refrigeration and air conditioning course at an approved vo-tech school
• Minimum 3 years of responsible Building Maintenance and HVAC experience in large facility
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. on routine basis
• Climb ladders up to 12 feet
• Bending, stooping, reaching, grabbing and crawling in tight confined places.

MAINTENANCE TASK LIST

General Services
Complete inspection reports
Complete visual inspection of system installation
Check and calibrate safety controls
Check for fuel leaks
Lubricate moving parts as necessary
Check amperages and voltages
Tighten all electrical connections
Check fuel pressure
Clean and inspect burner ports
Clean and check power vent or combustion fan and motor
Check for presence of carbon monoxide
Inspect motors and starters
Floor drains cleaned
Cleaning in all mechanical rooms
Watering plants
Work orders as assigned Vacuum vents from the floor

Heating Systems - Forced Air
Clean and inspect heat exchangers
Change air filters as scheduled
Inspect and clean fan assembly
Lubricate fan and motor bearings per manufacturer's recommendations
Test temperature rise through unit

Heating Systems - Make-up Air Heaters
Check air inlet screen
Check and adjust burner and dampers
Check ignition and flame rod insulators
Check flame safeguard system
Clean and check burner profile plates
Inspect and clean heat exchanger

Heating Systems - Hydronic
Check burner operation
Check for adequate combustion air to burner and controls
Check safety relief valves
Inspect piping and connections
Check low-water cutoff
Check water make-up system
Check room air intake system
Inspect water level gauge glass and controls
Clean mud legs (steam only)
Clean and check oil nozzles
Replace oil nozzles
Replace oil nozzles
Check stack temperature
Open boiler and check fireside heat transfer surfaces
Contact Inspector for annual inspection
Brush fire tubes
Replace gasketing
Drain expansion tank as needed
Check steam pressure
Check manifold pressure
Check water level
Disassemble and clean low-water cutoff
Inspect wiring
Clean burner assembly
Service circulating pumps
Drain and flush boiler (steam only)

Temperature Controls
Service energy management system
Check operation of variable air volume units
Clean and calibrate thermostats
Clean condenser on refrigerated air drier
Check refrigerated air drier for proper operation
Drain water from pneumatic air tank
Check and top-off oil in pneumatic air compressor
Change oil in pneumatic air compressor as scheduled
Change belt on pneumatic air compressor
Check proper operation of economizing cycle
Lubricate and adjust dampers and linkages
Adjust and calibrate central system controls

Air Handling Systems, Supply and Exhaust
Inspect and clean fan assembly
Lubricate fan and motor bearings per manufacturer's recommendations
Inspect belts, replace and adjust as necessary
Inspect motor mounts and vibrations pads
Check motor operating conditions
Inspect electrical connections and contactors
Inspect airside heat transfer surfaces
Clean airside heat transfer surfaces (ground level only)
Lubricate and adjust associated dampers and linkages
Check fan operation
Clean outside air intake screen
Inspect and clean drains and pans
Inspect and clean strainers
Change filters as scheduled

Air Conditioning Systems
Spring start-up
Fall shut down
Change cooling tower fan belts
Off-season service of centrifugal/absorption chiller
Change cooling tower gear box oil
Clean cooling tower sump
Inspect cooling tower
Fill and drain cooling tower
Check condenser loop water treatment

Refrigeration Systems
Inspect belts, replace as necessary
Inspect pulleys and mounts
Lubricate fan and motor bearings per manufacturer's recommendations
Inspect electrical connections, contactors and relays
Check operating and safety controls
Check motor operating conditions
Inspect and clean fan blades as required
Check compressor oil level
Provide oil analysis for over 20 HP
Change oil as necessary
Complete compressor megohm test
Annual power wash of air-cooled condensers
Inspect water cooled condensers
Clean water-cooled condensers
Clean condenser water strainers
Change filter driers as necessary
Check defrost cycle operation
Check setting of pressure controls
Check expansion valve superheat
Check solenoid valve operations
Check compressor heater
Clean ice machine as scheduled
Check harvest cycle operation
Check ice machine grid alignment
Check door gaskets and hinges
Inspect evaporator & condenser heat exchanger
Remove and replace evaporator and condenser water box covers
Clean evaporator heat exchanger
Clean condenser heat exchanger
Check refrigerant charge
Inspect for refrigerant leaks
Provide lithium bromide analysis as scheduled

Other Services
Service humidifiers (small free-standing units)
Balance air distribution
Balance water flows
Service well water pump and system
Service electronic air cleaner
Service hot water heater
Inspect and test RPZ backflow preventers
Water Treatment as specified

To Apply

Submit letter of interest and resume to employment@breckschool.org

Now hiring bus drivers, no experience necessary! Salary is $19.50/hour without experience, $21.00 for 1-5 years, $21.50 for 5+ years. Drivers receive benefits for working 20 hours/wk (paid training, health, dental, life, retirement plan). Breck School is an EOE. Questions? Call 763-381-8218. 

A position profile for the Executive Director of the Peter Clark Center for Mind, Brain, and Education is available here.

TITLE: Groundskeeper
REPORTS TO: Grounds Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
HOURS: Varies based on need
EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/1/2020

School Overview

Breck School is a preschool through grade twelve, college-preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In the context of an inclusive and caring community, Breck enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our school’s Episcopal roots are lived through the unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion where we respect the dignity of every human being and hold a firm belief in social responsibility. We are a close and caring community that focuses on lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

Across the school and across constituencies there is collective focus on care for each individual student in service of excellence. A community of high-achieving and motivated students and faculty, staff, and administrators focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging research to practice, Breck is committed to offering an exceptional school experience to our students. Upon graduation, Breck students lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility and matriculate to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Position Overview

The purpose of the Groundskeeper is to maintain and modify the grounds and landscaping during all seasons in a manner that reflects Breck’s standards of excellence and care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain groundskeeping tools and equipment according to all manufacturers’ specifications
• Update and note deficiencies of all grounds equipment routinely
• Expedite all repairs and work requests to give the best possible service to all departments
• Maintain records and files of application of fertilizer, weed control products
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies used for grounds work
• Keep all work areas clean to ensure safe working conditions
• Marking of athletic fields, including baseball, football, soccer, lacrosse, and softball
• Able to work in adverse weather conditions –rain, snow, heat, cold
• Must be willing to work early morning, late night, and/or weekends
• Work hours vary depending on seasons
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Groundskeeper Task List

• Maintenance and Upkeep of Grounds
• Feeding, watering, and pruning trees and shrubs
• Cultivation of trees and shrubs
• Snow and ice removal from all walkways, drive lines, and parking lots
• Lawn care
• Watering lawns and maintaining irrigation systems
• Fertilizing lawns
• Weed control
• Mowing lawns
• Fall clean up
• Edging sidewalks and curbs
• Aerating lawns
• Keep streets and parking lots free of debris, twigs and trash
• Equipment| Maintain support equipment according to all manufacturer’s specifications

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent skills and/or experience
• Horticultural background
• State of MN pesticide applicators license preferred
• Heavy lifting is involved. Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a routine basis.
• Must be in good physical condition
• Ability to operate heavy equipment – skid steers, plow trucks, large lawn mowers
• Climb ladders up to 12 feet
• Bending, stooping, reaching, grabbing and crawling in tight confined places.

To apply

Submit a resume and letter of interest to: employment@breckschool.org

TITLE: Hybrid Learning Teacher Assistant
REPORTS TO: Lower School Division Director
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2020
FLSA: Non-exempt
HOURS: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, M-F, full-time until such time as the position is no longer necessary
BENEFITS: Not eligible for benefits

School Overview

Breck School is a preschool through twelve, college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In the context of an inclusive and caring community, Breck enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our school’s Episcopal roots are lived through the unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion where we respect the dignity of every human being and hold a firm belief in social responsibility. We are a close and caring community that focuses on lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

Across the school and across constituencies there is collective focus on care for each individual student in service of excellence. A community of high-achieving and motivated students and faculty, staff, and administrators focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging research to practice, Breck is committed to offering an exceptional school experience to our students. Upon graduation, Breck students lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility and matriculate to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Background

The purpose of the Hybrid Learning Teacher Assistant position is to provide an environment that supports student learning for teachers who are instructing remotely while students are in the classroom. The primary role of the Hybrid Learning Teacher Assistant is to maintain a positive, supportive learning climate in the classroom and community while that remote teacher is providing the instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a collaborative relationship with the classroom teacher by demonstrating initiative, accepting responsibility, and maintaining honest, open communication
• Support student learning by understanding developmental readiness, working effectively with small groups, and supervising students in an environment conducive to learning
• Demonstrate positive interactions with students through modeling respectful behavior, building relationships, displaying enthusiasm for learning, and communicating. Serve as a team member who supports and contributes ideas, demonstrates a willingness to learn, exhibits flexibility, and follows-through with responsibilities
• Oversee students outside of the classroom including in the hallways and dining rooms
• Able to be physically present on campus.
• Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information
• Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies
• Ensure the adequate supervision to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students
• Follow all of Breck’s COVID-19 protocols ensuring the safest, cleanest environment possible
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and disciplinary situations to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible
• Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate
• Organize students for effective instruction
• Dismiss all students from the classroom at the appropriate times
• Comply with and support school and state regulations and policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/state/federal policies and practices

Education and/or Experience

• ● Bachelor’s Degree highly desired. Education students seeking their bachelor's or advanced degrees are also encouraged to apply.
• ● Experience working with children/students

To Apply

Submit letter of interest, resume and two letters of interest to: employment@breckschool.org

Breck School is currently accepting applications for substitute teachers in all areas. 

To Apply

Submit letter of interest, resume, and two letters of reference to employment@breckschool.org

TITLE: Upper School History Teacher
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Division Director and Department Head

School Overview

Breck School is a preschool through twelve, college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In the context of an inclusive and caring community, Breck enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through the unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion where we respect the dignity of every human being and hold a firm belief in social responsibility. We are a close and caring community that focuses on lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

Across the school and across constituencies there is collective focus on care for each individual student in service of excellence. A community of high-achieving and motivated students and faculty, staff, and administrators focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging research to practice, Breck is committed to offering an exceptional school experience to our students. Upon graduation, Breck students lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility and matriculate to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Position Overview

Responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and Instruction

• Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
• Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
• Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
• Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
• Motivates students to engage in the learning process
• Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning

Classroom Environment

• Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
• Establishes effective relationships with students
• Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
• Monitors and manages student behavior effectively

Communication

• Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues 
• Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills

Professional Responsibility

• Supports the mission and values of the school
• Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
• Maintains confidentiality
• Demonstrates professional behavior
• Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
• Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
• Performs duties as required/requested

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 3 years classroom teaching experience preferred
• Experience with using technology in teaching and learning

To Apply

Submit letter of interest, resume, and two letters of reference to employment@breckschool.org

TITLE: US Math Teacher (one year only)
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Division Director and Department Head

School Overview

Breck School is a preschool through twelve, college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota. In the context of an inclusive and caring community, Breck enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through the unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion where we respect the dignity of every human being and hold a firm belief in social responsibility. We are a close and caring community that focuses on lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.

Across the school and across constituencies there is collective focus on care for each individual student in service of excellence. A community of high-achieving and motivated students and faculty, staff, and administrators focused on intellectual inquiry, engagement, and bridging research to practice, Breck is committed to offering an exceptional school experience to our students. Upon graduation, Breck students lead lives of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility and matriculate to colleges and universities throughout the world.

Position Overview

Responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and Instruction

• Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
• Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
• Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
• Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
• Motivates students to engage in the learning process
• Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning

Classroom Environment

• Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
• Establishes effective relationships with students
• Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
• Monitors and manages student behavior effectively

Communication

• Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues 
• Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills

Professional Responsibility

• Supports the mission and values of the school
• Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
• Maintains confidentiality
• Demonstrates professional behavior
• Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
• Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
• Performs duties as required/requested

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 3 years classroom teaching experience preferred
• Experience with using technology in teaching and learning

To Apply

Submit letter of interest, resume, and two letters of reference to employment@breckschool.org