Assistant Principal for PK-12

Northern Cass Public School District is seeking an Assistant Principal who will work with grades PK-12 and assists the Secondary Principal, Elementary Principal, and Activities Director.  The successful candidate will work on an amazing team at one of the most innovative school districts in the country. The individual must be passionate about building trust and authentic relationships, with an emphasis on teaching and learning, acknowledging greatness, self-reflection and service to the Northern Cass school district. Applicants must have a valid teaching license in North Dakota and have completed a master's degree in a teaching related field. Northern Cass Public School is located in rural Cass county, N.D. serving the communities of Arthur, Argusville, Grandin, Gardner, Hunter, and surrounding areas. Current enrollment is approximately 750 learners in grades PK-12. In October 2024, Northern Cass achieved Level 5 certification as a High Reliability School by Marzano.

A strong candidate will:

  • Be a risk-taker

  • Embrace flexibility 

  • Be a self-starter

  • Engage in ‘future’ thinking 

  • Develop strong connections and relationships

  • Be accountable, adaptable, a strong communicator, possess leadership
    skills, and demonstrate a learner's mindset

  • Have experience working with learners at all levels

The successful candidate will assume responsibilities of the position on July 1, 2025.  The position will be open from Tuesday, June 10th through Tuesday, June 24th (4:00 p.m.).  Interviews will be conducted soon after the closing date.

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Application must include the following:

  1. A letter of application

  2. Current and complete resume

  3. Current teaching license

  4. Two current letters of recommendation demonstrating professional competency for this role

Return applications and direct further application questions to Business Manager Paige Carlson at Paige.Carlson@northerncassschool.com

Secondary Science Educator

Northern Cass Public School District is seeking a full-time science educator. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and hold a valid teacher's license in science with the ability to teach biology and anatomy. You will join a passionate team of educators who have committed to creating a learner-centered environment which values innovation, impactful partnerships, empowered educators, and engaged learners. Other extra and co-curricular opportunities are available. Northern Cass is a progressive Class 'B' school with 720 learners in PK-12 located just north of Fargo.  We are a personalized competency-based learning system. We believe in educating the whole child and that all children can change the world; therefore, we must provide a world-class education.  

A strong candidate will:

  • Be a risk-taker

  • Embrace flexibility 

  • Be a self-starter

  • Engage in ‘future’ thinking 

  • Develop strong connections and relationships

  • Be accountable, adaptable, a strong communicator, possess leadership skills, and demonstrate a learner's mindset

Applicants will submit their materials EITHER on-line or via email (send all materials in one PDF if submitted to Cory.Steiner@northerncassschool.com).  The application materials must include a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, license, three references (besides the letters), and three letters of recommendation. Position is open until filled.

Head Baseball Coach

Our athletic programs for Northern Cass provide a supervised recreational outlet for learners who wish to participate in sports in an organized manner and wish to improve their skills in these activities. The varsity coach is responsible for planning and developing the overall program across all grade levels. The coach is responsible to the director of activities and to administration according to established policies of the Northern Cass Board of Education and other regulations of the North Dakota High School Activities Association. Arrange for accurately marking and laying out all playing field lines and bases prior to each home contest. Set out bases, mounds, and prepare field, etc. before games and store securely after each game. Perform routine maintenance such as dragging the infield, raking, etc. 

Qualifications: As established by the school board and administration
Reports to: Activities Director & Administration

Applicants may contact bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com

JV Baseball Coach

Our athletic programs For Northern Cass provide a supervised recreational outlet for learners who wish to participate in sports in an organized manner and wish to improve their skills in these activities. The JV coach is responsible for implementing the program as designated by the Head Coach. The coach is responsible to the Head Coach and to administration according to established policies of the Northern Cass Board of Education and other regulations of the North Dakota High School Activities Association.

Qualifications: As established by the school board and administration
Reports to: Activities Director & Administration

Applicants may contact bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com

JV GBB Coach

Our athletic programs For Northern Cass provide a supervised recreational outlet for learners who wish to participate in sports in an organized manner and wish to improve their skills in these activities. The JV coach is responsible for implementing the program as designated by the Head Coach. The coach is responsible to the Head Coach and to administration according to established policies of the Northern Cass Board of Education and other regulations of the North Dakota High School Activities Association.

Qualifications: As established by the school board and administration
Reports to: Activities Director & Administration

Applicants may contact bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com

E-Sports Coach

Esports is a rising global phenomenon where players engage in the world of competitive, organized, online gaming.  The coach will direct the development of this new program and will oversee the eSports varsity teams, special events, and associated programs. The coach will plan and implement all aspects of an eSports program from the recruitment and retention of qualified learner participants, and the administration of a competitive eSports program.

Qualifications: As established by the school board and administration
Reports to: Activities Director & Administration

Applicants may contact bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com

BUS DRIVER

Northern Cass School District is seeking a Bus Driver for the 25-26 school year and beyond.

Bus drivers are paid $27.00 per hour for CDL/$26.50 for the Mini Bus and are guaranteed four hours per day (am and pm) as we simply need to increase our number of highly qualified drivers.

We will pay for testing and time towards preparing. It has always been a struggle to find drivers at Northern Cass and we are in need now. If you would consider this opportunity, please contact Cory Steiner at cory.steiner@northerncassschool.com or call

701-874-2322 .

SUBSTITUTE EDUCATOR

North Dakota Teaching License or a North Dakota Interim Substitute License (required)

* Official transcript documenting a minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework, Bachelor’s degree preferred.

*Successful background check

* For more information on how to obtain your Substitute License, visit North Dakota Educational Standards and Practices Board at:
 https://www.nd.gov/espb/licensure/license-informationsubstitute-license

* Sub pay is $137.00 per day plus lunch ($68.50 for a half day).

* If you hold a current ND Teachers License or Substitute License and wish to be substitute educator at Northern Cass, please contact Markie Hoag at 701-874-2322 or markie.hoag@northerncassschool.com

PARAPROFESSIONAL SUB

  • Paraprofessional sub pay is $16.00 per hour plus lunch.

  • If you are interested in being a substitute paraprofessional at Northern Cass, Please contact Markie Hoag at markie.hoag@northerncassschool.com or 701-874-2322


SUBSTITUTE KITCHEN ASSISTANT

  • Kitchen Assistant sub pay is $16.00 per hour. Assistant would help with serving meals (typical hours would be 10:00am-2:00pm)

  • If you are interested in being a substitute kitchen assistant at Northern Cass, Please contact Meghann McCloud at meghann.mccloud@northerncassschool.com or 701-874-2322

SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER

  • Sub Driver pay is $28.00 per hour for CDL

  • Could also include extra-curricular run/$28.00 per hour from the time you leave the school until you return (for miles requiring a CDL school bus endorsement).

  • If you are interested in being a substitute bus driver at Northern Cass, Please contact Bryce Laxdal at bryce.laxdal@northerncassschool.com or 701-874-2322