Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) Teacher

About the Role

Lakeville Area Schools has the following position available for the 2026-2027 school year: Developmental Adapted Physical Education (DAPE) Teacher.

Total FTE: 0.79

• 0.53 Lake Marion Elementary School
• 0.26 Eastview Elementary School

Schedule: 186 Days

Qualifications

Must possess or be eligible for a K-12 Physical Education and K-12 DAPE teaching license in the State of Minnesota.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and benefits in accordance with the EML Contract.

Salary Range: $54,123 to $101,459

Benefits

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family.

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Employees are eligible for benefits on Day One of employment
• All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans
• Teachers are offered health and dental benefits at a 0.50 FTE or more
• All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance
• Health benefits include:
  • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST
  • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7
  • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs
  • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available
  • Wellness rewards program
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
• 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (for more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions)
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more)
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more)
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support: no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns including anxiety, childcare, eldercare, family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals any time, anywhere for better health and well-being

Professional Development

Support to help you reach your career goals includes training, classes, and professional development.

Additional Information

Some positions may qualify for the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov.

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility vary based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website.