Elementary Teacher Talent Pool

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

Reports To: Building Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

School Classification: Certified Staff

Starting Pay Range: $44,683 - $80,456

Work Schedule: 9 months

Location: Onsite

Elementary Teacher Talent Pool (Grades K to 5): Now Accepting Applications for the 2026-27 School Year

Are you new to the Twin Cities, between positions, or looking for a school where your work truly matters? We're building a pool of talented elementary educators for anticipated openings this school year and beyond, and we'd love to get to know you.

Who We Are

Hiawatha Academies is a network of public charter schools in Minneapolis serving a vibrant community of Latino and West African families. We believe every student deserves a rigorous, joyful education and a school community where they and their families feel known and valued. Our staff is collaborative, mission-driven, and committed to growing together.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minnesota teaching license, or eligibility for licensure through PELSB (out-of-state licenses and Tier pathways welcome)
• Experience teaching elementary grades
• A belief that all students can achieve at high levels
• Strong classroom management and a commitment to building relationships with students and families
• Openness to feedback and a growth mindset
• Preferred: Spanish bilingual skills, experience with multilingual learners, experience in urban or diverse school settings

Recently Relocated or Affected by a Layoff?

We know transitions are hard. If you've just moved to Minnesota or recently left another district, we'd love to talk. We're happy to help you navigate Minnesota licensure and find a role where you can do your best work.

Why Join Our Talent Pool?

• Be first in line. Pool candidates are considered first as classroom positions open throughout the year.
• Flexible start dates. We welcome candidates who are available mid-year.
• Strong support from day one. Instructional coaching, regular feedback, and a leadership team invested in your growth.
• A team that has your back. Collaborative grade-level teams and shared planning time.
• Competitive compensation w/benefits. (Health, Dental, Retirement, & PTO)
• Meaningful work. Make a lasting impact in a close-knit school community.

Job Summary

Elementary teachers are responsible for providing rigorous, standards-based, and highly engaging learning environments for their scholars. Teachers will strive to ensure that all Hiawatha Academies scholars are empowered with the knowledge, character and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good. Elementary teachers will work alongside grade level teammates, special education teachers, specialist teachers, and under the guidance of the campus leadership team.The Elementary Teacher prepares lessons and provides instruction to students.

Why Hiawatha?

Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.

Our equity vision:to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Core Value and Beliefs

All Hiawatha Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values:

• 1) Children are at the center of everything we do.
• 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action.
• 3) We choose optimism.
• 4) We push ourselves to improve.
• 5) We are stronger together.
• 6) We create fun and a little weirdness.

Perks

Professional Development is scheduled into the calendar year and provides a time for all campuses to come together and celebrate our success.

Compensation

Salary Range: $45,577-$82,065

Application Timeline

This Notice of Vacancy will be posted until filled.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.