Grade 5 Long-Term Substitute Teacher — Literacy Focus

Orono Public Schools; Orono (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Orono Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute for Grade 5 from November 9, 2026 to December 18, 2026. A 1.0 FTE classroom teaching position requires current Minnesota teaching licensure and the ability to teach literacy, numeracy, and technology-rich lessons.

The teacher will collaborate with peers to design assessments, use data to target student needs, participate in PLCs, and maintain open communication with parents and administrators.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in teaching literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving in technology-rich environments.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support student academic and social/emotional needs through evidence-based pedagogy.
• Conduct ongoing literacy assessments and apply reading/writing strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers to design common assessments and use data to target needs.
• Participate in PLC meetings and communicate with families via technology.
• Maintain high standards for character and academic growth.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Numeracy

Technology in classroom

Communication

Collaboration

Curriculum design

Education

Minnesota teaching license

Job description

Orono Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute for Grade 5 from November 9, 2026 to December 18, 2026. A 1.0 FTE classroom teaching position requires current Minnesota teaching licensure and the ability to teach literacy, numeracy, and technology-rich lessons.

The teacher will collaborate with peers to design assessments, use data to target student needs, participate in PLCs, and maintain open communication with parents and administrators.