Long-Term Elementary Substitute Teachers

Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 41,328 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools in Sauk Rapids, MN, seeks long-term substitute elementary teachers for the 2026-2027 school year to provide classroom instruction across assignments.

Salary is $35.83 per hour with opportunities to collaborate with staff and leverage one-to-one technology. Applicants must hold a Minnesota elementary teaching license or be willing to obtain Tier 1 or 2 license.

Applications are accepted online; candidates must pass a criminal background check before employment.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota elementary teaching license or ability to obtain Tier 1 or 2 license.
• Experience with diverse elementary learners.
• Experience using technology in instruction.
• Knowledge of state standards including ELA Common Core.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for various elementary assignments over the 2026-2027 year.
• Create an educational atmosphere fostering intellectual and personal growth.
• Engage students with meaningful learning experiences.
• Identify resources to meet diverse needs and backgrounds.
• Support planning with one-to-one technology integration.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.

Skills

Diverse learners

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Technology integration

Education

Minnesota teaching license

Tier 1/2 license

Job description

The Sauk Rapids-Rice Public School District No. 47 is seeking long-term substitute elementary teachers to provide classroom instruction for various assignments throughout the 2026-2027 school year.

The Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools Is Committed To

• A culture of high quality and effective instruction
• Partnerships and collaboration
• Student and staff well-being
• High student achievement
• Stewardship of resources
• Equitable education

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, physical and psychological growth
• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Identify, select and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, interests, and learning needs
• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement, particularly in the area of designing meaningful instructional opportunities utilizing the newly available one-to-one Technology
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment

Outstanding Candidates Will Have

• Ability to work with diverse elementary learners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Desire to work collaboratively with students, parents/guardians, staff and administration
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of best practices, including use of technology resources, for elementary learners
• Experience in creating student-centered learning opportunities that address state standards and support students to become life-long learners
• Experience effectively using a variety of data sources to inform instruction

Required Qualifications

Valid Minnesota elementary teaching license or willing to obtain a Tier 1 or 2 license or Out of Field Placement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s Degree in relevant subject area
• Experience using technology to augment student learning
• Experience using PBIS to augment student engagement
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with implementing English Language Arts Common Core Standards

Contract

• 5 FTE up to 1.0 FTE (varies depending on position and need)

Salary And Benefits

Salary based on the 2025-2027 Sauk Rapids-Rice Education Associations Master Agreement BA, Step 1 at $35.83 per hour.

Benefits based on full-time employment and may be pro-rated for part-time positions. Benefits may include the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Wear Insurance
• Teachers Retirement Association (TRA)
• Sick Leave

Deadline

Applications accepted online at www.isd47.org/start-your-career until filled.

Note

Candidates must pass a criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment.