Substitute Teachers K-12 2026-2027

Kcsmn; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Charter School is seeking a Substitute Classroom Teacher for grades K-12 on an as-needed basis. The role supports student growth through curriculum delivery and progress documentation while maintaining a flexible learning environment.

The position requires Minnesota state substitute certification, a valid driver's license or ability to provide transportation, and a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Orientation days in August accompany the start date.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and pedagogy.
• Knowledge of curriculum and concepts across subjects.
• Knowledge of applicable education laws (federal/state).
• Ability to use computer networks and software as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Maintains a safe, conducive learning environment for individuals and groups.
• Translates lesson plans into engaging learning experiences.
• Teaches all required subjects per grade level as assigned.
• Keeps accurate records of student activities, achievement and attendance.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Teaching methods

Curriculum knowledge

Education laws

Computer literacy

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal relations

Education

Minnesota State Certification (substitute)

Driver's license / reliable transportation

Bachelor's degree in education or related

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute Teacher

Classroom Substitute Teacher (Grades K-12)

Schedule: 7a-2:30p AS NEEDED plus Staff orientation days in August (or upon hire)

$180 per day

Position Description

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Works with developlesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches all required subject matters as assigned to the grade level, which may including reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, special education, and music to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Education and Certification

• MinnesotaState Certification as a substitute teacher.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment or to attain subsitute license.

Postings current as of 9/22/2026 1:11:07 AM CST.

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