Southwest

Qualifications:   

• Must be fluent in both Spanish and English – Proof of proficiency may be required
• Must be able to build strong, positive relationships with families and students
• Must have experience with teaching language through content

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Student Success Coordinator, district literacy coach(s) and curriculum to develop a strong immersion kindergarten program and classroom
• Teach language and content in Spanish 100% of the school day
• Work hours from 7:30-3:30 daily
• Regular communication with guardians on student progress

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 childhood/Kindergarten school, two elementary schools 1-5, 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

Daily Pay Range: $259.04 – $485.53 depending on experience.

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

Join Our Team!

At Eastern Carver County Schools, we are committed to creating a school environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and included, and where every child has access to the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Our schools empower students to achieve their personal best, engage in lifelong learning, and be thoughtful and responsible citizens. All employees in our school district play an important role in ensuring this goal is achieved and we would love to have you join our team!

Elementary Art Teacher
Carver Elementary
For more information please contact: Sam Blank at [email protected]

Position Start Date:  August 2026 (teachers new to the district should be available for the new teacher workshop that takes place August 18 – August 20, 2026)
FTE/Hours:  .8 FTE
Responsible To:  Building Principal

Major Job Functions; Specific Tasks/Required Knowledge, Ability and Skills:  See attachment.
Qualifications:  K-12 Visual Arts license issued from the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) is required.

Salary Range:  $54,153 – $109,599 for a 184-day contract at a 1.0 FTE. Salary will be prorated based on contract days in assignment and FTE, education and experience. Salary and benefits pursuant to the Chaska Education Association (CEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Compensation and Yearly Duration of Employment:  Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA).

Application Procedure:  This position will remain open until filled. Application review process will be ongoing until filled. Please apply online at:  http://www.district112.org  (only online applications will be accepted). Interview process to begin June 11, 2026.

All job offers from Eastern Carver County Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 112 School Board approval. If recommended for employment, applicant will provide proof of legal right to work in the United States if required.

Eastern Carver County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.