Elementary Teacher (K-5) - Flexible Start & Benefits

Hiawatha Academies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

PTO

Professional development

Job summary

Hiawatha Academies in Minneapolis is building a pool of elementary teachers (K–5) for the 2026-27 school year and beyond. We seek educators with a strong belief that all students can excel, a track record in elementary classrooms, and a commitment to building relationships with families.

Onsite positions available with a competitive pay range and benefits. Qualified candidates will have a Minnesota teaching license or eligibility, a Bachelor's degree, and experience in diverse urban settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Minnesota teaching license or eligibility to licensure through PELSB.
• Experience teaching elementary grades and a belief in high achievement for all students.
• Strong classroom management and commitment to building relationships with students and families.
• Openness to feedback and a growth mindset.
• Spanish bilingual skills and multilingual learner experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide rigorous, standards-based, engaging learning environments for scholars.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, special education, and specialist teachers under campus leadership guidance.
• Prepare lessons and deliver instruction to students.

Skills

Elementary teaching experience

Classroom management

Growth mindset

Feedback openness

Spanish bilingual (preferred)

Experience with multilingual learners

Urban or diverse school experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Minnesota teaching license or licensure eligibility (PELsb)

Job description

Hiawatha Academies in Minneapolis is building a pool of elementary teachers (K–5) for the 2026-27 school year and beyond. We seek educators with a strong belief that all students can excel, a track record in elementary classrooms, and a commitment to building relationships with families.

Onsite positions available with a competitive pay range and benefits. Qualified candidates will have a Minnesota teaching license or eligibility, a Bachelor's degree, and experience in diverse urban settings.