Advisor/Teacher at CHOICE Technical Academy 2026-2027 School Year

CHOICE Technical Academy, Advisor - Hiring for the 2026/2027 School Year

Licensed Position

CHOICE Technical is a public teacher-led charter school serving grades 7-12, that utilizes Project Based Learning (PBL). In PBL, lessons are not like a traditional classroom. We push our students beyond just listening to lectures and memorizing facts. Instead, teachers guide and help students turn their personal interests and culture into well thought-out projects. Students explore topics they enjoy while learning real-world skills.

As a teacher-led school, you’ll have a direct role in shaping curriculum, advising practices, and school-wide project-based initiatives.

This is a full time position with great benefits offered including a pension plan, paid time off, and health benefits including health, vision, and dental.

Student Centered Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Personalized Learning Plans with each student in advisory; update these plans each block.
• Approve, evaluate, and award credit for projects, in accordance with Academic Committee requirements.
• Advise students in the creation, progress, and completion of authentic projects that promote their academic, transitional, and behavioral goals.
• Use continuous and descriptive feedback to guide students to improve their academic competence and self-esteem as learners.
• Conference with students individually on a weekly basis and keep a digital advisor record of these meetings.
• Track and report student progress towards goals and credit completion. This must be reported once per block.
• Develop student-centered seminars in cooperation with the Academic Committee.
• Create and implement curriculum and help maintain the standards specific to your licensure area.
• Actively supervise students in multiple educational settings.
• Collaborate with non-licensed staff to enact best practices for student learning.
• Supervise physical education and recreation as needed.

Parent and Community Centered Responsibilities

• Facilitate frequent communication with parents via email.
• Conference with parents at least two times per school year and as needed.
• Take a leadership role in the development and implementation of Professional Learning Communities.
• Serve on a minimum of two committees including the Academic Committee.

Common Expectations:

• Develop meaningful and appropriate relationships with all students.
• Develop and maintain the ability to use technology as an instructional tool.
• Assist with giving tours of CHOICE, communicating the mission and vision to guests, dissemination of the TAM model, and marketing of the school.
• Adhere to school policies, procedures, Minnesota State Statutes, and Federal Regulations.
• Follow the direction of the Board of Directors.
• Develop and carry out yearly professional development plans.
• Model kindness, empathy, rapport building and respect with parents, staff and students.
• Collaborate and learn with colleagues; be receptive to new ideas.
• Become familiar with school evacuation plans, maps, emergency procedures, and codes; supervise and provide leadership during emergencies.
• Assist with building cleaning and maintenance. Help keep and maintain a sanitary and organized environment.
• Coordinate summer hours as needed with the rest of the staff.
• Attend, plan, and chaperone school and community events; be willing to attend events outside the normal school day.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Project-Based style learning
• 2 experience working in the education field

Tasks and responsibilities are subject to modification by the Personnel Committee.

For more information call 507-400-4009 or visit our website at technicalacademies.org/CHOICE

About CHOICE Technical Academy

CHOICE Technical Academy is a public, teacher-led charter school serving grades 7–12, using Project-Based Learning (PBL). In PBL, students go beyond lectures and memorization—they explore topics that interest them, guided by teachers who help turn ideas into real-world projects. Our students develop critical thinking, collaboration, and self-directed learning skills while engaging in meaningful, hands-on work.

As a teacher-led school, our staff members have direct input into curriculum, advising practices, and school-wide project initiatives. This is a full-time role with great benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Student-Centered

• Guide students in creating and completing meaningful projects that support academic, behavioral, and transitional goals.
• Create and maintain Personalized Learning Plans; update plans each block.
• Approve, evaluate, and award credit for projects in accordance with Academic Committee requirements.
• Provide weekly one-on-one student conferences and maintain digital advisor records.
• Actively supervise students across classrooms and school settings.
• Collaborate with Special Education advisors to support all students in achieving their goals.
• Develop and lead student-centered seminars and/or workshops in cooperation with the Academic Committee.
• Support curriculum development and maintain standards aligned with your licensure area.

Parent & Community Engagement

• Facilitate weekly communication with parents via email.
• Meet with parents at least twice per school year and as needed.
• Take part in Professional Learning Communities and serve on at least two committees, including the Academic Committee.
• Assist with school tours, community outreach, and dissemination of the TAM model.

Common Expectations

• Build meaningful relationships with students and staff.
• Use technology effectively as an instructional tool.
• Model kindness, empathy, and respect in all interactions.
• Follow school policies, Minnesota statutes, and federal regulations.
• Attend, plan, and chaperone school/community events as needed.
• Participate in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Project-Based Learning principles.
• 2 years of experience in education.
• Licensed in the appropriate subject area for your advisory.

Important Notes

• Applicants with a criminal record will be considered in accordance with Minnesota law. Relevant offenses affecting the ability to safely perform the role may be disqualifying.
• Tasks and responsibilities are subject to modification by the Personnel Committee.

Please submit a resume and contact our HR Manager, Courtney Leyden, at cleyden@technicalacademies.org for questions about the position. For more information about our program, visit our website: technicalacademies.org/CHOICE

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $45,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $75,000