2027 Grade 3 Spanish Immersion Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: 2/9/27-6/9/27

Minnetonka Public Schools; Shorewood (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnetonka Public Schools is seeking a qualified Elementary School teacher for Grade 3-Spanish Immersion at Minnewashta Elementary. Date available February 9, 2027; employment through the district’s standard process. The role requires a Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 licensure and native or near-native Spanish fluency, with emphasis on ACTFL Advanced rating.

Regular collaboration with families and staff is expected. Responsibilities include lesson planning, TPR-based immersion instruction, and adapting

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish at Advanced level per ACTFL.
• English language proficiency for parent communication.
• Experience with immersion teaching methods (TPR) in immersion programs.
• Ability to develop and adapt lessons to district curriculum.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Spanish.
• Demonstrate English language proficiency for parent communication.
• Teach using immersion strategies and TPR.
• Develop lesson plans aligned to district curriculum and adapt for student needs.
• Translate lesson plans into engaging learning experiences.
• Maintain classroom standards to ensure an effective learning environment.
• Assess and report on student progress and communication with families.
• Identify student needs and refer for supports as needed.
• Communicate with parents through Schoology, newsletters, calls, emails, and conferences.
• Collaborate with staff and administrators to support student success.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices.
• Integrate technology into instruction.

Skills

Spanish fluency

English communication

Immersion teaching

Tech integration

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Minnesota K-6 teaching license

Tools

Schoology

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Grade 3-Spanish Immersion

Date Posted: 9/18/2026

Location: Minnewashta Elementary

Date Available: 2/9/27

Closing Date: Until Filled

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Qualifications

• 1. Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 Elementary Education Teaching License or must qualify for a Minnesota teaching license.
• 2. Native or near native fluency in Spanish. (we use the InterviewIQ language assessment tool and require an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines).

Compensation

Click here to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -a-, Schedule A.

This Position Is Not Medical nor Dental Benefit Eligible.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Spanish. (we require an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guildelines).
• 2. Demonstrate English Language proficiency to allow communication with parents.
• 3. Demonstrate successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methdology for teaching in an immersion program.
• 4. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• 5. Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• 6. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• 7. Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion prepare progress reports.
• 8. Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
• 9. Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
• 10. Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
• 11. Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, PLC's, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
• 12. Integration of technology into instruction.
• 13. Perform 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 successful experience in an immersion program preferred.
• 2. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
• 3. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
• 4. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
• 5. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
• 6. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
• 7. 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)

Cindy Andress, Principal