Elementary Education Teacher - Primary

Independent School District 196 • Oak Ridge, MN

7h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a 1.0 FTE position teaching Kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd grade at Oak Ridge Elementary School, beginning with the 2026-27 school year. The teacher will be responsible for teaching the curriculum of Independent School District 196, carrying out responsibilities as defined by the master contract and the principal, and maintaining good communication and cooperation with staff and parents. The school district is a Minnesota public school district of choice serving over 29,000 students and 160,000 residents across multiple cities. It is the third largest school district in Minnesota and a major employer in Dakota County. The district has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-in-State Employers. District 196 operates numerous schools and learning centers, offering a wide range of educational programs and community education services. The district is committed to the mission of educating, developing, and inspiring students for lifelong success, with core values centered on students, empathy, integrity, and high expectations. Their culture fosters inclusivity, engagement, and belonging, inspiring a love of learning. The vision is to provide desired experiences by developing the whole student, honoring diverse needs and cultures, and engaging students in academics, arts, and athletics (Triple A philosophy).

Requirements

• Licensed by the state of Minnesota to teach elementary education.
• Strong general academic background.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the principal.
• Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• life insurance
• long term disability insurance
• sick-leave
• state pension plan
• tax-deferred retirement savings account
• flexible spending account
• vacation
• holidays
• personal leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees