TCA ALERTS!
Employment Opportunities at TCA
We are always looking for great people to join the TCA family. Listed below are current openings:
Middle and High School Art Teacher
Job Description
Twin Cities Academy is seeking a full time middle and high school Art teacher for the 2023-2024 school year and beyond.
Twin Cities Academy is committed to serving an urban population of students on the eastside of St. Paul to be prepared for the rigor of college. Twin Cities Academy has a commitment to educational equity and the qualified candidate would share our passion for serving students of all backgrounds to reach their highest potential through creating both caring and healthy relationships with students.
Qualifications
Required: MN teaching license. Candidates currently holding a Bachelor’s degree or higher and have significant experience or coursework in Art are eligible for a Tier 1 license in Minnesota.
Preferred: Experience working in an urban secondary public school program. Commitment and passion for educational equity and ensuring that all students have equal access to rigorous college-preparatory curriculum.
Institution Description
Twin Cities Academy is an urban, college preparatory, public charter school located in East Saint Paul, serving students in grades 6-12. The school’s mission emphasizes academic rigor, leadership development, character building, and community engagement through the lens of educational equity. We believe that all students should have the opportunity to attend a post-secondary institution. We have a history of success including being designated consistently as a “Reward” school by the Minnesota Department of Education for our work in closing the educational opportunity gap. TCA is a twenty year old, well established charter school, with a history of providing a quality secondary school education. 85% of our graduates complete post secondary education, and we graduate between 95-100% of all seniors each year. Twin Cities Academy has consistently earned the recognition of a high-quality charter school from the Department of Education. Please visit the school’s website at www.twincitiesacademy.org to learn more about our school.
We are seeking a committed person willing to believe that all students can achieve post-secondary success if properly prepared in middle and high school.
Application Instructions/Comments
Please email a cover letter, resume, and file folder number to hr@twincitiesacademy.org
SPED Student Support Specialist
Job Description
Twin Cities Academy has an immediate opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) student support specialist position. This position will be working one-on-one or in small groups with students whose learning is affected by a range of disabilities. The position will be salaried in the $28-$35,000 range for a 10-month contract, with year-round benefits and pay schedule. Base salary depends on education and experience. School holidays off, including summer break, with the possibility of earning additional summer pay. Ongoing training provided. Willing to negotiate part time (0.8 FTE) with benefits for a college student.
Qualifications
Required: Minimum of high school diploma required; ability to communicate effectively; ability to form positive mentor relationships with students between 6th grade and 12th grade; ability to work on site during school day (8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.).
Preferred: At least 2 years of post-secondary education; positive experiences with urban youth, background in working with people with disabilities; flexibility, creativity, initiative.
Institution Description
Twin Cities Academy is an urban, public charter school located in East Saint Paul, preparing students in grades 6-12 to seek out and succeed in school and life after graduation. Focused on a mission of academics, leadership, and justice, we believe that all students should have the opportunity to participate in post-secondary education, in whatever form that takes. We have a history of success including being designated consistently as a “Reward” school by the Minnesota Department of Education. TCA is a twenty year old, well established charter school, with a history of providing a quality education. Please visit the school’s website at www.twincitiesacademy.org to learn more about our school.
Application Instructions/Comments
Please email a cover letter, resume, and references to hr@twincitiesacademy.org
Paraprofessional Position
Job Description
Twin Cities Academy High School is seeking a full time (1.0 FTE) program paraprofessional for the 2022-2023 school year. The paraprofessional will be working in the classroom with students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Learning Disabilities, or Other Health Disabilities. The position will be salaried with benefits. Ongoing training provided.
Qualifications
Required: Minimum of high school diploma required; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work onsite during school hours.
Preferred: At least 2 years of post-secondary education; positive experiences with urban youth, background in working with people with disabilities; experience working with youth; substitute license desirable.
Institution Description
Twin Cities Academy is an urban, college preparatory, public charter school located in East Saint Paul, serving students in grades 6-12. The school’s mission emphasizes academics, leadership, and justice. We believe that all students should have the opportunity to participate in post-secondary education. We have a history of success including being designated consistently as a “Reward” school by the Minnesota Department of Education. TCA is a twenty year old, well established charter school, with a history of providing a quality education. Please visit the school’s website at www.twincitiesacademy.org to learn more about our school.
We are seeking a committed educator ready to work collaboratively to prepare students for success in school and life.
Application Instructions/Comments
Please email a cover letter, resume, and references to hr@twincitiesacademy.org