Science Teacher - 1.0 FTE - #107397

ReNEW Schools; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Public Schools is seeking a full-time Science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires a current Minnesota PELSB license in Science (5-8) and an ability to work in an urban, multicultural education setting.

The district emphasizes equity and ongoing professional development, with salary determined by education level and years of licensed experience. Hiring Manager: Chris Fogarty, Willow Creek Principal.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Science instruction (5-8)

Classroom management

Diversity and inclusion focus

Education

Minnesota PELSB license (Science 5-8)

Job description

POSITION

Full-time, 1.0 FTE, Science position available for the 2026-2027 School Year.

WORK CALENDAR

Click link to view calendar with work days.

2026-2027 REA Calendar

SALARY

Prorated based upon hire date.

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

Click link below to review the 2025-2027 REA Contract containing salary schedule.

REA Contract 2025-2027

QUALIFICATION

Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area required. Science 5-8

RPS makes an effort to hire teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level.

Hiring Manager

Chris Fogarty, Willow Creek Principal

Qualifications

Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education desirable and language instruction.

Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development.

Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective.

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.

https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

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.

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