Social Studies Teacher - 1.0 LTS - #112878

Rochester; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Public Schools in Rochester, MN seeks a Social Studies Teacher for a full-time long-term substitute from September 24, 2026 through November 20, 2026. The position requires a current Minnesota PELSB license in Social Studies and proficiency in the subject.

The role emphasizes urban, multicultural education and ongoing professional development. The district emphasizes equity, collaboration with colleagues to meet learner needs, and maintaining a welcoming, confidential, and safe

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota PELSB license in Social Studies is required.
• Proficiency in Social Studies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support district goals, model and promote a respectful environment, and collaborate with colleagues to focus on learner needs.
• Maintain a quality, customer‑focused, welcoming attitude, adaptability, and a desire for continuous improvement.
• Respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment, and be dependable and accountable.

Education

Minnesota PELSB license

Job description

Social Studies Teacher

Position Availability: Full‑time, 1.0 LTS (Long Term Sub), covered from September 24, 2026 through November 20, 2026.

Work Calendar: View calendar with work days via the district portal.

Salary: Based on level of education and full years of licensed teaching experience. Review the 2025‑2027 REA contract for salary schedule information.

Qualifications: Current Minnesota PELSB license in the appropriate area is required. Proficiency in Social Studies is essential.

Required Skills:

• Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education is desirable.
• Demonstrated continued professional development through coursework, research, peer collaboration, and/or job‑embedded staff development.
• Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices, strategies, and 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 served. Recruitment, hiring, and promotion practices honor the diverse identities represented in the schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions:

• Support district goals, model and promote a respectful environment, and collaborate with colleagues to focus on learner needs.
• Maintain a quality, customer‑focused, welcoming attitude, adaptability, and a desire for continuous improvement.
• Respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment, and be dependable and accountable.

District Information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.