2027 Music-Elementary Band and Orchestra Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: 1/4/27-3/19/27

Minnetonka Public School District; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a 1.0 FTE Long Term Sub Teacher for the 2027 Music-Elementary Band and Orchestra. The role requires Minnesota K-12 Instrumental and Classroom Music licensure and involves planning, instruction, assessment, and collaboration with staff.

Responsibilities include adapting the curriculum, maintaining classroom behavior, evaluating student progress, and communicating with families using Schoology and other channels.

Qualifications

• Minnesota K-12 Instrumental and Classroom Music license required.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and adapt curriculum to pupil needs.
• Strong communication with parents, students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials aligned to the district curriculum.
• Translates plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Maintains pupil behavior standards to create an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates pupil progress and prepares progress reports.
• Identifies pupil needs and arranges IEP-related strategies.
• Communicates with parents via Schoology, notes, calls and emails.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Pursues professional development and stays current with teaching practices.
• Participates in a professional learning community and integrates technology.
• Performs other duties similar in scope and level.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Behavior management

Assessment & reporting

Student communication

Collaboration

Technology integration

Education

Minnesota K-12 Instrumental and Classroom Music license

Tools

Schoology

Job description

Positions will remain posted until filled regardless of the closing date.

2027 Music-Elementary Band and Orchestra Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: 1/4/27-3/19/27 JobID: 9600

License Required: Minnesota K-12 Instrumental and Classroom Music

Compensation: 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

• 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.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records in a timely fashion prepares progress reports.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
• Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
• 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.
• Participates in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
• Integration of technology into instruction.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Specific Responsibilities

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

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
• Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
• Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
• Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
• 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): Olivia Tolzin, Principal