Elementary Education Teacher - Grade 5
1.0 FTE position beginning at the start of the 2026-27 school year. Application deadline: August 17, 2026 at 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
- Fulfill duties outlined in the master contract and by the building principal
- Maintain positive communication and collaboration with staff, students, and parents
Requirements
- 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 (preferred)
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, or personal leave (for some employee groups)
Benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Compensation follows the contractual agreement.
About the district
District 196 is a Minnesota public school district serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. As the third-largest school district in Minnesota and a top employer in Dakota County, District 196 has been recognized on Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers.
The district operates 20 elementary schools (grades K-5), six middle schools (grades 6-8), four 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, and a special education program for young adults ages 18-21. It also provides early childhood and Adult Basic Education services through three learning centers, along with extensive community education programs.
The district is committed to its mission of educating, developing, and inspiring students for lifelong success, with core values centered on student well-being, empathy, integrity, and high expectations for all. Its culture of collaboration fosters inclusivity, engagement, and belonging, while its Triple A philosophy (academics, arts, and athletics) supports the development of the whole student.