2025-26 Science Teacher: Chemistry and Earth, 1.0 FTE

Davita Inc.; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated Chemistry teacher for its high school. The role requires developing engaging lesson plans and facilitating effective learning environments. Candidates must hold the necessary Minnesota teaching credentials and demonstrate collaborative skills in a fast-paced educational setting.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Benefits

Support for temporary licensure

Qualifications

• Minnesota certification for chemistry and earth sciences is required.
• Demonstrated ability in lesson planning and instructional delivery.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized instruction to adapt the curriculum.
• Communicate with parents and maintain student records.
• Participate in professional development and community engagement.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Technology integration

Adaptability

Education

Minnesota 9-12 Chemistry License

Minnesota 9-12 Earth Sciences License

Tools

Schoology

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Type:
Secondary Teaching/Science - Chemistry

Date Posted:
5/30/2025

Location:
Minnetonka High School (MHS)

Date Available:
2025-26 School Year

Closing Date:
Until Filled

License Required:
Minnesota 9-12 Chemistry and 9-12 Earth Sciences
*The district will work with applicants to help secure temporary science licensure due to recent science standards changing.

Contract Information:
This assignment is a split contract of 0.6 FTE Regular Contract and 0.4 FTE Long Term Sub Contract

Compensation:
Click here to view the 2024-25 teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -a-, Schedule A.
This Position Is Medical and Dental Benefit Eligible.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
2. Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
3. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
4. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records in a timely fashion prepares progress reports.
5. Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
6. Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
7. Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
8. Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
9. Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
10. Integration of technology into instruction.
11. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Specific Responsibilities:
1. Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2. Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3. Respond in emergency situations.
4. Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5. May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
6. May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
2. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
3. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
4. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
5. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
6. Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Hiring Administrators:
Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director of Human Resources
Jeff Erickson, Principal

Application Procedure:

External Applicants:
Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

Internal Applicants:
Current teachers do not need to attach letters of recommendation or transcripts.

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