Inspiring 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher — Long-Term Sub

Orono Public Schools; Long Lake (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Orono Public Schools is seeking a 1.0 FTE substitute Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Grade 6) for approximately 4-6 weeks, with potential extension. The position focuses on Minnesota History, with a strong emphasis on inquiry, collaboration, and data-driven instruction.

The candidate should hold a current Minnesota Teaching License and can contribute to a team of educators through PLC participation, parent communication, and development of high academic and character growth standards for

Qualifications

• High level of content expertise in social studies.
• Demonstrated ability to support critical thinking and meaningful discourse.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with collaboration and problem-solving.
• Experience with curriculum and assessment design.
• Ability to engage with parents and use technology as an instructional tool.

Responsibilities

• Implement best-practice teaching strategies for Minnesota History.
• Collaborate with team to support academic, social, and emotional growth of middle-level learners.
• Coordinate common assessments and use data to target student needs.
• Participate in PLC meetings and professional collaboration.
• Communicate with parents, colleagues, students, and administrators.
• Maintain high standards for character development.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Technology use

Education

Minnesota teaching license

Job description

Orono Public Schools is seeking a 1.0 FTE substitute Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Grade 6) for approximately 4-6 weeks, with potential extension. The position focuses on Minnesota History, with a strong emphasis on inquiry, collaboration, and data-driven instruction.

The candidate should hold a current Minnesota Teaching License and can contribute to a team of educators through PLC participation, parent communication, and development of high academic and character growth standards for