Grade 1 Teacher - 1.0 FTE - #113647

ReNEW Schools; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Public Schools in Rochester, MN, is seeking a Full-time Grade 1 Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This 1.0 FTE position supports early literacy and foundational math in a dynamic elementary setting.

Applicants should hold a Minnesota PELSB license in Elementary Education; the district prefers and/or requires a full standard license for the assigned grade level. Compensation is prorated based on hire date and described in the 2025-2027 REA contract; review the salary schedule for

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota PELSB license in Elementary Education; license preferred and/or required.
• RPS prefers teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject/grade level.

Education

Minnesota PELSB license (Elementary Education)

Job description

Position

Full-time, 1.0FTE, Grade 1 Teacher position available for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Work Calendars

2026-2027 REA Calendar

Click link to view calendars with work days.

Salary Range

Prorated based upon hire date.

Based on level of education and full years of licensed teaching experience.

Review the 2025-2027 REA Contract containing salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required: Elementary Education
• RPS makes an effort to hire teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level.

Hiring Manager

Jim Sonju, Bamber Valley Principal

Contact

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4210 or email [e-mail]

Commitment to Equity

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information

To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.