Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

Wayzata Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Mentor program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools seeks a Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) teacher for East Middle School in Minnesota for the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on delivering engaging FACS instruction to a diverse learner population and building strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a Minnesota Middle School FACS license and bring experience with differentiated strategies and effective classroom management.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid MN License to teach Middle School FACS, or Out of Field Permissions considered.
• Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated strategies for diverse learners.
• Strong classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Proficiency with current technology used to support communication, academics, and progress monitoring.
• Experience teaching FACS to middle school students is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver FACS instruction to a diverse group of learners.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and staff to support learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student progress and school goals.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

FACS instruction

Middle school experience

Education

MN license to teach middle school FACS

Job description

Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Teacher

East Middle School

Year: 2026-27

Compensation: $52,308 - $123,452 (Depends on Experience and Education)

• Please see Wayzata Education Association Contract for benefit information

Position Description

Candidates selected to fill the role of Middle School Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Teacher at East Middle School will be given the great responsibility of continuing our long standing commitment to academic excellence. This will be achieved through the design and delivery of FACS instruction that ensures the success of a diverse population of learners. In addition, you will be responsible for building positive relationships and working collaboratively with students, parents, and staff members to foster a positive experience for the entire learning community.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid MN License to teach Middle School FACS. If no licensed candidates are available, Out of Field Permissions will be considered.
• Ideal candidates should have experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated strategies that support diverse learners.
• Must have strong classroom management skills with the ability to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Must have the ability to build positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Must be proficient with current technology used to support communication, academics, and student progress monitoring.
• Ideal candidate will have experience with teaching FACS to middle school students.

Why Wayzata?

• High student achievement
• Instructional Technology- Technology levy has increased the number of computers and other technology available for use in the classroom.
• Alternate Compensation- This program provides teachers with additional professional development opportunities through peer coaches, courses and study groups.
• Competitive salary and benefits- Our benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance; long term disability and employee assistance program.
• Professional support and development- First year teachers are provided a mentor and on-going professional development opportunities.
• Good People- We strive to hire good people that work well together and have fun doing it.

Selection Procedure

Applications received on or before 4:00 PM on 4/23/26 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open and active until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Wayzata Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Wayzata Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status or veteran status. Wayzata Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity.

Accommodation

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please call Human Resources at 763-745-5000

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.