Spanish Immersion LT Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE

Minnetonka Public School District; Eureka Township (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnetonka Public School Service Center is seeking a Grade 3 Spanish Immersion Long Term Sub Teacher for 1.0 FTE from 2/9/27 to 6/9/27. This position requires Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 licensure and native or near-native Spanish fluency with Advanced ACTFL proficiency.

The teacher will implement immersion instruction and collaborate with staff to support student learning. Responsibilities include developing lesson plans aligned to district curriculum, using TPR, communicating with families, and

Qualifications

• Licensed for Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 elementary education.
• Native or near native fluency in Spanish with Advanced ACTFL rating.
• Ability to translate lesson plans into engaging lessons for immersion.
• Proficiency using classroom technology in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Spanish and communicate with parents.
• Apply Total Physical Response methods in an immersion program.
• Develop and adapt lesson plans to District curricula for individual needs.
• Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Establish standards of pupil behavior and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Evaluate student growth and prepare progress reports.
• Identify pupil needs and refer for additional supports as needed.
• Communicate with parents via Schoology, newsletters, calls, emails, conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors for student success.
• Maintain professional skills through meetings, PLCs, coursework, and workshops.
• Integrate technology into instruction and stay current with best practices.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Spanish fluency

English proficiency

Classroom management

Communication skills

Technology in instruction

Education

Minnesota teaching license

Tools

Schoology

Job description

Positions will remain posted until filled regardless of the closing date.

2027 Grade 3 Spanish Immersion Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: 2/9/27-6/9/27 JobID: 9594

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Grade 3-Spanish Immersion
  
  

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Qualifications:
1. Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 Elementary Education Teaching License or must qualify for a Minnesota teaching license.
2. Native or near native fluency in Spanish. (we use the InterviewIQ language assessment tool and require an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines).

Compensation:
Click here to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix -a-, Schedule A.
This Position Is Not Medical nor Dental Benefit Eligible.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrate native or near native fluency in Spanish. (we require an "Advanced" rating under the ACTFL Proficiency Guildelines).
2. Demonstrate English Language proficiency to allow communication with parents.
3. Demonstrate successful experience in Total Physical Response (TPR) methdology for teaching in an immersion program.
4. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
5. Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
6. Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
7. Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion prepare progress reports.
8. Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual education plans.
9. Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc.
10. Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
11. Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, PLC's, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices.
12. Integration of technology into instruction.
13. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.


Specific Responsibilities:
1. Collaborative work in a fast-paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
2. Support and communicate with other administrators and staff.
3. Respond in emergency situations.
4. Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
5. May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
6. May provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals.

Knowledge and Skills:
1. Demonstrated successful experience in an immersion program preferred.
2. Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
3. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary classroom technology.
4. Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
5. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
6. Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
7. Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Hiring Administrator(s):
Cindy Andress, Principal

Application Procedure:

External Applicants:
Please upload aletter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

Internal Applicants:
Current teachersdo notneed to attach letters of recommendation or transcripts

Postings current as of 10/27/2026 4:51:30 PM CST.

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