TITLE: Extended Day Staff
REPORTS TO: Director of Extended Day & Extended Day Program Manager
HOURS: 3:00-6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, from September 7, 2021 to June 3, 2022 (on days school is in session) | Preschool – 6th grade age students
Primary Objective
The primary role of the Extended Day Program Teacher is to provide for the safety and well being of the Lower School students in the Extended Day Program.
Responsibilities
Create and facilitate an after school environment that is both safe and nurturing for Lower School students.
Maintain a consistent attendance system to ensure the accountability of children in the Extended Day Program.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that engage children after school.
Support communication with Extended Day families through monthly calendars and regular updates.
Demonstrate flexibility and responsibility in the role of Program Leader.
Establish and maintain positive relationships among, students, parents and colleagues.
Qualifications
Minimum of two years post-secondary education in a degree related field.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
Hours: Varies
Effective Date: July 1, 2021
School Overview
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Position Overview
The Director of Facilities is responsible for stewarding the physical plant and land resources in accordance with Breck’s strategic initiatives/priorities, Comprehensive Site Plan, and the long-term financial plan. The Director of Facilities maintains oversight over the physical plant of three distinct locations: the main campus, Anderson Ice Arena and the bus garage. Other key areas of responsibility include energy management, development of sustainability plans, and overseeing all construction and capital improvement projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Hire, supervise and develop all buildings, grounds, custodial, and maintenance (collectively “buildings and grounds”) personnel
Schedule, monitor, build and maintain relationships with contractors
Ensure regular maintenance and upkeep of all school facilities as well as school-owned properties and vehicles via the supervision of staff and contractors
Manage all buildings and grounds contracts, including those related to capital improvement/major construction projects
Adept at sourcing vendors from a diversity/equity/inclusion perspective
Oversee all budgets related to physical plant, including those for facilities/grounds maintenance, utilities, security, transportation, and capital improvements
Create and oversee an on-going equipment replacement program
Lead compliance efforts regarding local, state, and federal regulations
Manage facilities-related logistics for campus events and rentals
Coordinate activities with the Director of Security to minimize health, safety or security issues
Create and maintain facilities and grounds related policies and procedures as well as ensure appropriate compliance by both Breck staff and contractors
Serve as the main point of contact for facilities-related concerns
Supports C.O.O.’s role as staff support to the Building and Grounds Committee of the Board of Trustees
Perform other duties assigned
Education and/or Experience
Minimum of bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, such as engineering or facility management preferred; or an equivalent combination of progressively responsible experience and training
Minimum of five to ten years progressively responsible experience managing facilities in a school or similar campus environment
The following certifications are required:
CPR and First Aid
State of MN boilers license – Chief C
The following trainings and certifications are preferred:
Asbestos
Certified Facility Manager (IFMA) or Facility Management Professional (IFMA)
Certified Energy Manager (AEE)
Demonstrated record of successfully working with internal and external service providers to achieve timely, efficient, high-quality maintenance, repair, renovation, and construction work
Experience and success working with architects, legal counsel, zoning, and other regulatory officials, engineers, construction firms, and project managers
Strong administrative/leadership experience, ideally in managing contractors and buildings and grounds personnel
Valid Minnesota driver’s license
Competencies
Tactful, skillful oral and written communicator
Professional demeanor across a variety of settings and audiences
Understanding of facilities systems, such as mechanical, electrical, and HVAC
Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and terminology of facilities trades, such as carpentry, masonry, grounds/landscaping, and housekeeping
Adept at personnel management and complex projects, but also willing/able to lead by example and to perform routine maintenance tasks and use basic equipment, machinery, tools, and materials as needed. Builds strong relationships with team members.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and a diverse, multilingual workforce, with ability to communicate in Spanish preferred
Computer proficiency to include use of email, CAD/CAM, and computerized facilities management systems; Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel, preferred.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including work developing, managing, and projecting capital and operating budgets
Professional traits to include:
Professional demeanor and presentation appropriate to the work at hand
Ability to visualize the big picture, attend to detail, and achieve results
Solutions-oriented and industrious problem solver
Proactive, optimistic, and positive attitude
Good sense of humor, ability to smile; balanced perspective; patience
High degree of integrity and trustworthiness
Able and willing to work a flexible full-time schedule, including evenings and weekends
Ability and willingness to meet physical demands of the position:
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs on a routine basis
Climb ladders to 12 feet
Bending stooping, reaching, grabbing, and crawling in confined places
Title: School Nurse
Reports to: Chief Strategy Officer
Hours: 8:00 AM –4:00 PM, some night and weekend work
Effective Date: September 16, 2021 through June 10, 2022
School Overview:
Breck School is a preschool through twelve, coeducational college preparatory, Episcopal day school located in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our School’s Episcopal roots are lived through an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging where we respect the dignity of every human being. We prioritize lifelong learning and a commitment to the greater good.
We are a community of highly engaged and motivated students, faculty, staff, and school leaders focused on building trusting relationships and strong academic scholarship through a practice of bridging research to practice. Upon graduation, Breck students are prepared for a life of intellectual curiosity, self-knowledge, and social responsibility, matriculating to colleges and universities throughout the world.
Background:
The School Nurse is one of two on-site school nurses who works with the other Health Center Staff to manage and coordinate the school’s health services and COVID-19 protocols, support epidemiological investigations of COVID-19, and provide direct care to ill students and staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Health
Provides and administers health care, first aid, emergency care and 911 contact (when necessary) to students, faculty and staff
Ensures compliance with procedures and protocols, including compliance with HIPAA
Collaborates with the Health Center Staff
Administers and monitors medications when necessary
Supports the School Nurse to secure and store medical records and medications
Communicates student health concerns to parents and staff as necessary
Builds rapport and maintains confidentiality with students, parents, faculty and staff
Collaborates with Divisions Directors, Deans and Athletics with regard to student health, safety, and general well-being, including compliance with HIPAA and COVID-19 protocols
Reports medical/health concerns to appropriate administrators as necessary
Coordinates medical care with outside physicians as necessary
Coordinates medical care with Division Directors as it relates to trips ensuring all Breck policies and procedures are followed
Follows appropriate legal procedures for suspected cases of child abuse and neglect
Maintains nursing office equipment, PPE, and stock of necessary health care supplies
Supports the mission of the school
Works collaboratively with others
Performs other related work as required
COVID-19 Protocols
In consultation with Nurse and Wellness Coordinator:
Advises administrators, teachers and staff on COVID -19 protocols
Manages COVID-19 initial inquiries and follow up with contact tracing protocols
Orients and teaches staff specific COVID-19 procedures
Consults with finance staff and SLT to ascertain resources and list of needs such as PPE
Communicates to families or staff when they can return to campus
Education and/or Experience
RN preferred
One to 3 years nursing experience preferred
First aid and CPR certification required
Competencies
Has a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with students, parents and colleagues.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative connections with internal and external partners. Work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.
Physical Requirements
Requires standing, sitting, bending, lifting, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and reaching. Ability to lift students as required and has the stamina to stand all day, every day of the week as needed.
To apply: submit letter of interest, resume and two letters of reference to employment@breckschool.org. More information about Breck School may be found at: breckschool.org.
At Breck, every day is a new opportunity to collaborate and create. I enjoy working in a community that gives me the independence and the support to really make an impact.Brian Sobas, Creative Strategist
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