Kindergarten Teacher, 1.0 FTE (2026-2027)
About The Position
Eden Prairie Schools is seeking exceptional Kindergarten teacher candidates for the 2026-2027 school year at Forest Hills Elementary. The district is dedicated to hiring the best and fostering an environment of care and support where each student is inspired every day. We believe in knowing each learner as an individual, recognizing their skills and motivations, and pushing them to excel. Our teachers maintain high academic standards while developing students who are critical thinkers, collaborators, creative, and effective communicators. We value diversity and inclusion, collaboration, and learning from multiple perspectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the educational field
- Minnesota Teacher License: Elementary Education (K-6)
- Applicants who will hold the required credentials by August 31, 2026 are welcome to apply.
- We will work with applicants whose license is in process.
- We will work with applicants in applying for various Tier licenses that they may qualify.
- The district is willing to request an out of field permission license as needed
Responsibilities
- Inspire each student to learn continuously
- Demonstrate intrinsic value
- Have individual gifts and talents
- Contribute to the benefit of the community
- Build relationships on mutual trust and respect
- Desire to learn and grow through personalized learning
Benefits
- Starting salary for 1.0 FTE BA: $53,023 and MA: $64,910; licensed teaching experience considered for higher placement (prorated based on FTE)
- Performance Awards available
- Up to 12 sick days and up to 2 personal days of leave given yearly
- Medical premiums are covered by the district up to $756 for individual plans and up to $1,315 per month toward family plans.
- Dental premiums are fully covered by the district for individual and family plans
- District contributions to VEBA/HRA accounts for select medical plans.
- Fully paid life insurance and long term disability premiums
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for pre-tax medical and dependent care
- 403b with a district match of up to 2.25% of annual salary
- District contribution of 9.81% to MN Teacher Retirement Association (TRA)
- Opportunities for continuous personalized learning and development
- Teacher Mentoring Program including time to meet regularly with a mentor
- Equity Sponsorship Program
- Affinity Groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
