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Elementary Physical Education/DAPE Teacher

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Location: Blooming Prairie Elementary School

Position Overview: Blooming Prairie Public Schools is accepting applications for an Elementary Physical Education/DAPE Teacher for the 2025-26 school year.

Purpose of Job: To support the vision and mission of Blooming Prairie Public Schools by providing students with instruction that is designed to enhance physical growth and development through learning to move and learning through movement.

Responsibilities:

·         Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter through effective teaching practices, with expectations of high student achievement.

·         Develop effective lesson and unit plans using state and national standards.

·         Promote a safe, equitable, productive, respectful learning environment by implementing the Prairie Pride (PBIS) guidelines.

·         Providing students with the opportunity to be physically active, build confidence, learn different movement skills, and work as a team.

·         Promoting physical activity across the lifespan, using skills learned throughout physical education class.

·         Teach the proper knowledge and skills of physical education.

·         Ability to evaluate all students’ growth in physical skills.

·         Communicate effectively with all students, parents, and staff members.

·         Ability to collaborate with peers.

Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE):

Provide evaluation and specially designed instruction to eligible students from kindergarten through the age of 21 who have a broad range of cognitive disabilities and deficits in adaptive behavior. DAPE teachers collaborate and consult with families, other classroom and special education teachers, and specialized service providers in designing and implementing Individualized Education Program (IEP) plans.

 

4th Grade Classroom Teacher

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Essential Functions: A full-time (1.0 FTE) Fourth Grade Teacher at Lincoln Elementary School. Performs professional work providing a broad range of teaching services within our elementary school, assisting students to develop skills, attitudes and learning methods at various levels to a targeted audience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Must have the ability to work as a team in planning and teaching with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively. Must use the Responsive Classroom approach consistently by conducting regular class meetings, supportive exchanges and clear expectations. Collaboration with grade level team, special education team and specialists to develop a positive learning environment. Collaborate and communicate effectively with parents. Support and follow School Board policies and procedures. Be a positive and contributing member of our professional community.

Faribault Public Schools is a rural Pre-K through Adult School District located about 50 miles south of the Twin-Cities. The school district currently serves approximately 3,700 students in Faribault and our surrounding areas within our community of 23,000 citizens within the city limits. District sites include one early learning center, two elementary schools K-5, one middle school 6-8, one high school 9-12, one area learning center 9-12 and one education center for adult education.

The historic community of Faribault offers adventure, fun, unique dining, history, shopping and entertainment. Once you arrive you will experience historic landmarks, cultural and artistic gathering places in downtown, 10 lakes within 10 miles with many resorts and campgrounds, 39 beautiful parks within the city, an outdoor aquatic center, miles of bike, walking and snowmobile trails, great lodging and restaurants; enjoy year round recreations such as biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking and so much more.

Compensation/Benefits/Perks:

Faribault Public Schools provides a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. Other benefits include:

  • Substantial personal and sick leave days
  • Fully paid single health insurance
  • Annual stipend of up to $1000 for national certifications
  • Enticing retirement package
  • Our district educational positions qualify for federal loan forgiveness program
  • State of the Art Fitness Center open to staff
  • 1:1 Technology for staff use
  • Work-life balance culture
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Strong mission and vision statements
  • Numerous before/after school and summer programming for additional income and/or volunteering opportunities.
  • Solid Community Education programs offering opportunities to create and/or participate in unique programming

In addition to a supportive and collaborative professional environment, the town of Faribault has a number of unique characteristics:

  • Commutable from Twin Cities, right off I35
  • Centrally located and driving distance within an hour of Mankato, Rochester, Twin Cities
  • Lots of lakes and good fishing
  • New downtown revitalization project
  • Small town feel with many shopping, restaurants & recreational opportunities

Special Education Teacher Long Term Substitute

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Position Summary:
Substitute Teachers replace full-time classroom teachers for a determined period of time. Teacher will establish collaborative & impactful relationships with colleagues, families, and students. Teacher will understand and model best instructional practices, serve as a member of a Professional Learning Community, and ensure high levels of student learning. Candidate must have a learner, inclusionary, and equity-focused mindset and see that their presence has an impact with students and our school environment. Position is a balance of co-teaching and pull-out services, all based on student needs and IEP goals.

Qualifications:

Hold an existing MN Teaching License, Special Education preferred
Student-centered and focused on ALL.
Commitment and belief around ensuring all students learn at high levels.
Demonstrated use of research-based instructional and engagement strategies to meet the continuum of individual learning needs while using data and assessments to guide instructional decisions.
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and students to achieve student learning results.
FTE/Schedule:

1.0 FTE

 

Rate of Pay:

Based on candidate’s experience and education per the OEA Master Agreement *pending contract negotiations.

 

Benefits offered for this position are as listed __ Teaching Long Term Substitute: Eligible for Health and Dental Insurance (single or family) after 12 weeks of uninterrupted service as a long-term substitute for the same teacher or for any other professional covered by the OEA Master Agreement. Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Leave

ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

K-5 Special Education Teacher Long Term Substitute

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Position Summary:

The K-5 Special Education Teacher Long-Term Sub will serve as a student-centered educator who is a learner and warm demander for all learners. Teacher will establish collaborative & impactful relationships with colleagues, families, and students. Teacher will understand and model best instructional practices, serve as a member of a Professional Learning Community, and ensure high levels of student learning. Candidate must have a learner, inclusionary, and equity-focused mindset and see that their presence has an impact with students and our school environment. Position is a balance of co-teaching and pull-out services, all based on student needs and IEP goals.

Qualifications:

-Valid MN Special Education Teaching license.
-Student-centered and focused on ALL.
-Commitment and belief around ensuring all students learn at high levels.
-Demonstrated use of research-based instructional and engagement strategies to meet the continuum of individual learning needs while using data and assessments to guide instructional decisions.
-Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and students to achieve student learning results

FTE/Schedule: 1.0 FTE

Position is November 03, 2025, through March 06, 2026.

Rate of Pay:

Based on candidate’s education and experience per the OEA Master Agreement.

Benefits offered for this position are as listed __ Teaching Long Term Substitute: Eligible for Health and Dental Insurance (single or family) after 12 weeks of uninterrupted service as a long-term substitute for the same teacher or for any other professional covered by the OEA Master Agreement. Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Leave

ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Community Education and Engagement Director

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Summary of Job Duties: The Director of Community Education and Engagement serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of all community education and engagement operations; planning and directing the instructional, enrichment, and engagement programs by ensuring the curriculum, instruction, strategies and assessment of programs are coherent components in the teaching, learning, enrichment, and opportunities process; administering school facilities operations, participating in staff, student, and community activities, organizing, directing, evaluating, and supervising assigned certified and classified staff, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions: 

  • Serve on the district Cabinet Team, exploring innovative and collaborative opportunities, identifying potential barriers, facilitating problem-solving, and recommending potential internal systematic changes to support fresh, innovative ideas that align with the district’s strategic plan.
  • Provide leadership in the development of the community education and engagement learning programs; communicate to ensure programs are meeting the needs of the students, families, and community.
  • Provide leadership in the development of the organizational pattern, curriculum, instruction, and stop gap needs for students and families within community education and engagement programs.
  • Create and maintain the health, safety, and welfare of students, staff and families; administer equitable opportunities to support the mission and vision of Faribault Public Schools.
  • Serve as a liaison between Faribault Public Schools and the community to build and maintain strong strategic partnerships that support opportunities for all stakeholders.
  • Seek out, administer, and manage grant opportunities and special funding partnerships which provide necessary resources to support students and families; offering strategic and actionable steps that lead to authentic community education and engagement connections..
  • Provide supervision, conducting evaluations while providing necessary feedback, mentoring, and coaching of school district employees within community education programs.
  • Participate and contribute to district level administration; serve as a communication link between community education and engagement programs and the district.
  • Plan and direct the business operations of community education and engagement programs; manage the full budget of approximately $3 million that consists of all community education and engagement programs with additional grant revenue, management, and reporting; developing the annual budget and proposals, continuously justifying and monitoring expenses.
  • Stay current with best practices for all cradle to career and beyond offerings to ensure students and families are provided with opportunities to be successful.
  • Facilitate Community Education Advisory Council and other relevant stakeholder groups as needs and opportunities arise for Community Education and the district.
  • Facilitate and promote communication between school and home to promote parent involvement in the educational programs.
  • Attend all regular board meetings to represent the community education and engagement initiatives for the district.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Hands-on leader with the ability to develop and lead strategic operational initiatives. Thorough knowledge of practices, methods and techniques used in administering and supervising programs and writing and evaluation grants; comprehensive communication skills; comprehensive skills supervising and leading staff and programs; thorough skills monitoring and facilitating a budget; ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals; ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages; ability to understand and apply governmental accounting practices; ability to establish and maintain effective models of behavior; ability to establish and maintain appropriate files, records and reports; ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential; ability to establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with students, families, associates, staff, School Board, community partners, and the general public.

Faribault Public Schools Community Education and Enrichment programs offer comprehensive educational programming for students that includes opportunities from cradle to career and beyond for all students, parents and community members. Current programs the new director will oversee include Community Schools, Adult Education, School Aged Childcare, Early Learning and Family Education, Family and Community Engagement, Youth Programs, Adults with Disabilities, Community Enrichment, Facilities Management, Summer STEAM, Strategic Partnerships, and Targeted Services.  For an infographic of our robust Community Education and Engagement Department please click here. The next director will have innovative experiences to bring to Faribault Public Schools to continue the great work already in place and expand on current offerings.

Compensation & Benefits: Salary compliments skills, experience and qualification with a 260 day contract salary of $172,260. Faribault Public Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package along with attractive perks as a school district employee. The district supports a strong and equitable mission and vision with many opportunities to contribute to the overall organization and community. Additionally, our schools have several before/after-school activities and summer long programming.

Benefits/Perks include:

  • Comprehensive benefits package: health, life, dental, vision long term disability insurances
  • Substantial vacation, personal and sick days
  • Fully paid single health insurance
  • Generous 403(b) match
  • State pension plan
  • Enticing retirement packet
  • State of the art fitness center
  • Work-life balance culture

The new director will have access to useful technology devices, along with designated funds for continued professional development. This position is supported by a caring community of colleagues who value a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to a supportive and collaborative professional environment, the city of Faribault has a number of unique characteristics:

  • Centrally located on I35; driving distance within an hour of Mankato, Rochester, Twin Cities
  • Many lakes with great fishing and boating opportunities
  • Revamped historical downtown with many fun shops, restaurants, brewery and distillery.
  • Concerts, movies, and farmers market in the park
  • Over 10 miles of paved bike trails within city limits; including access to the 100 mile Sakatah-Singing Hills
  • Trail connecting from Mankato to RedWing.
  • Over 57 parks and amenities; including an aquatics park, BMX park, dog park, pickleball parks, several outdoor ice rinks with warming houses, 743 acres of the River Bend Nature Center, and Alexander Park hosting several baseball diamonds, football and track field and the county fairgrounds.

Join an exceptional highly collaborative team of educational leaders today! Everyday our students and staff put their best Falcon foot forward. 

Secondary Science Teacher Candidate Pool

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Position Type: High School Teaching/Science – Physical Science

Location: See Below

Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year

POSITION: Full-time, part-time, regular contract positions for the 2025-2026 school year.

POSITION LOCATIONS: 
0.1 PTE:  John Marshall High School – Biology
1.0 FTE:  John Marshall High School – Life
1.0 FTE:  Dakota Middle School – Life
1.0 FTE:  Dakota Middle School – Life
1.0 FTE:  John Adams Middle School – Life
1.0 FTE:  John Adams Middle School – Physical
0.6 FTE:  Kellogg Middle School – Physical
0.2 PTE:  Lincoln K-8 – Science 5-8

WORK CALENDAR:  Click link to view calendar with work days.
2025-2026 REA Calendar

SALARY: Based on level of education and full years of licensed teaching experience.
Click link below to review the 2023-2025 REA Contract containing salary schedule.
REA Contract 2023-2025

BENEFITS:  Benefits available for teaching positions .5 HTE (Half Time Employment) and higher.
Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information.  Please reference the exact job posting.

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4253 or email [email protected]