2026-27 Elementary Math and Reading Long Term Sub Teacher, 0.595 FTE

Minnetonka Public Schools; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance eligibility

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for Groveland Elementary. The position requires Minnesota K-6 Elementary Education licensure and involves planning and delivering instruction aligned to district standards.

The teacher will communicate regularly with families, participate in professional learning communities, and integrate technology to enhance student learning. This role emphasizes collaboration with staff and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minnesota K-6 Elementary Education license is required.
• Ability to develop developmentally appropriate lessons and assessments.
• Strong communication with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized instruction aligned to district curriculum.
• Translates lessons into developmentally appropriate experiences.
• Establishes positive pupil behavior and an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates student growth and prepares progress reports.
• Identifies student needs and refers for IEP planning.
• Communicates with parents via Schoology, newsletters, calls, and conferences.
• Collaborates with staff and supervisors; participates in PLCs.
• Integrates technology into instruction and stays current with practices.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Parent communication

Technology integration

Education

Minnesota K-6 Elementary Education license

Tools

Schoology

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 8/7/2026
• Location: Groveland Elementary
• Date Available: 2026-27 School Year
• Closing Date: Until Filled

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License Required: Minnesota K-6 Elementary Education

Compensation: Click here to view the teacher collective bargaining agreement and salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -a-, Schedule A. This Position Is Medical Insurance Eligible but Not 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 Administrator(s):

Andrew Gilbertson, Principal