Influential 3rd Grade Teacher (Long-Term Reserve)

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

403b employer match

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools seeks a 3rd Grade Teacher for Oakwood Elementary School on a 1.0 FTE basis for the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction and building strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid MN teaching license with elementary experience and a strong background in Language Arts, Math, and early literacy, plus the ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid MN teaching license.
• Ideal candidate will have previous elementary level teaching experience.
• Ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of core areas such as Language Arts, Math, and early literacy.
• Ideal candidates should also 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 have the ability to calmly and effectively deal with a variety of unexpected circumstances.
• Must be proficient with current technology used to support communication, academics, and student progress monitoring.
• Must be able to produce, analyze and respond to relevant data about student learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and delivery of instruction to ensure the success of a diverse population of learners.
• Build positive relationships and collaborate with students, parents and staff.
• Foster a positive learning community through effective classroom practices.
• Utilize data to inform instruction and monitor student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Building relationships

Technology proficiency

Data analysis

Communication with parents

Education

MN teaching license

Job description

Wayzata Public Schools seeks a 3rd Grade Teacher for Oakwood Elementary School on a 1.0 FTE basis for the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction and building strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid MN teaching license with elementary experience and a strong background in Language Arts, Math, and early literacy, plus the ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.