3rd Grade Teacher Long-Term Substitute

McKinley Elementary School; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 12 weeks

Dental insurance after 12 weeks

Sick leave / ESST

Job summary

McKinley Elementary School in Owatonna, Minnesota seeks a 3rd Grade Teacher Long-Term Substitute for Dec 9, 2026 to Feb 15, 2027. Valid MN Elementary Teaching license is required. The role emphasizes student-centered instruction, collaboration with families and colleagues, and data-guided instruction to sustain high levels of learning.

The substitute will join a Professional Learning Community and carry out inclusive, evidence-based teaching practices in partnership with the school team.

Qualifications

• Valid MN Elementary Teaching license.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Commitment to student learning and equity.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Teacher will serve as a student-centered educator who is a learner and warm demander for all learners.
• Establish collaborative and impactful relationships with colleagues, families, and students.
• Model best instructional practices and be a member of a Professional Learning Community (PLC).
• Ensure high levels of student learning with an equity-focused mindset.

Skills

Student-Centered

Equity-focused mindset

Collaboration with families and peers

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

3rd Grade Teacher Long-Term Substitute

Owatonna School District 761 McKinley Elementary School - Owatonna, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Owatonna School District 761

Job Details

Job ID: 5980332

Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Dec 9, 2026

FTE/Schedule: 1.0 FTE

Position Type: Substitute

Rate of Pay: Based on candidate's experience and education per the OEA Master Agreement

Position is December 09, 2026 - February 15, 2027.

Benefits offered for this position are as listed __ Teaching Long-Term Substitute:

• Eligible for Health and Dental Insurance (single or family) after 12 weeks of uninterrupted service as a long-term substitute for the same teacher or for any other professional covered by the OEA Master Agreement.
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Leave

ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Job Description

Position Summary: Teacher will serve as a student-centered educator who is a learner and warm demander for all learners. The teacher will establish collaborative & impactful relationships with colleagues, families, and students. Teacher will understand and model best instructional practices, serve as a member of a Professional Learning Community, and ensure high levels of student learning. Candidate must have a learner, inclusionary, and equity-focused mindset and see that their presence has an impact with students and our school environment.

• Valid MN Elementary Teaching license.
• Student-Centered
• Commitment and belief in ensuring all students learn at high levels.
• Demonstrated use of research-based instructional and engagement strategies to meet the continuum of individual learning needs while using data and assessments to guide instructional decisions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and students to achieve student learning results.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Justin Kiel , Principal
• McKinley Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]