8th-Grade Science Teacher: Inquiry-Driven & Impactful

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools seeks a qualified 8th Grade Physical Science teacher for Franklin Middle to serve the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires knowledge of Minnesota standards and district requirements, with an emphasis on inquiry-based instruction and equity in the classroom.

The teacher will assess learners using diagnostic, formative, and summative methods, collaborate with staff, and engage families to support student achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.
• Prior successful student teaching or urban, multicultural teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ongoing professional development through coursework or collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction aligned to state standards using diverse assessment methods.
• Engage students in rigorous inquiry-based learning and content mastery.
• Collaborate with peers to implement best practices and co-teach as needed.
• Assess students and communicate progress with families regularly.
• Contribute to school equity goals and maintain safe, inclusive classrooms.
• Align with district improvement goals and participate in PDP activities.

Skills

Subject matter knowledge

Classroom management

Assessment strategies

Equity focus

Communication with families

Collaboration with colleagues

Inquiry-based instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Minneapolis Public Schools seeks a qualified 8th Grade Physical Science teacher for Franklin Middle to serve the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires knowledge of Minnesota standards and district requirements, with an emphasis on inquiry-based instruction and equity in the classroom.

The teacher will assess learners using diagnostic, formative, and summative methods, collaborate with staff, and engage families to support student achievement.