Elementary Education Teacher - Grade 2

1.0 FTE, effective date of employment as soon as possible. Application deadline: August 31, 2026 – 4:00 p.m.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Teach elementary education curriculum as licensed by the state of Minnesota.
• Carry out duties outlined in the master contract and by the building principal.
• Maintain positive communication and cooperation with students, staff, parents, and the broader school community.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the state of Minnesota to teach elementary education.
• Strong general academic background.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Benefits

If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include:

• 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, or personal leave (for some employee groups)

Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196.

About the district

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights, and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. The district is the third largest in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees.

The district has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on employee surveys. District 196 operates:

• 20 elementary schools (grades K-5)
• 6 middle schools (grades 6-8)
• 4 high schools (grades 9-12)
• An optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors
• An Area Learning Center high school program
• A K-12 special education school
• A special education program serving young adults ages 18-21
• Three learning centers providing early childhood and Adult Basic Education services

The district’s mission is to educate, develop, and inspire students for lifelong success. Core values include being student-centered, empathy, integrity, and high expectations for all. The district’s vision is to provide experiences that honor diverse needs and cultures, engage students in academics, arts, and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and prepare students for lifelong success.