Grade 1 Teacher

1.00 FTE, 186-day position for the 2026-2027 school year at Cherry View Elementary School.

About the Role

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota, serving approximately 12,000 students across Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River, and New Market Townships. The district includes nine elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, an area learning center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student, with a mission to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically, and civically. We are committed to fostering a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity, where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.

Responsibilities

See attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must possess or be eligible for a K-6 Elementary License in the State of Minnesota.

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. Benefits eligibility varies based on employment type, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreements.

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Benefits eligibility begins on Day One of employment
• Full-time benefits (for employees working 0.75 FTE or 30+ hours per week) including:
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans
  • Health benefits with:
    • Zero-cost access to many medical services through added networks
    • Free 24/7 virtual healthcare services, including access to doctors and licensed therapists
    • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs
    • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available
    • Wellness rewards program
  • Dental plans covering orthodontic care for adults and children
  • 403(b) retirement investment account with employer matching (under many collective bargaining agreements)
  • Pension plan providing retirement income (visit PERA for non-instructional positions or TRA for instructional/licensed positions)
  • Employer-paid life insurance to support your family in the event of death
  • Long-term disability insurance providing income if unable to work due to illness or injury
• Teachers are offered health and dental benefits at 0.50 FTE or more
• Part-time voluntary benefits (for staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week) including low-cost vision and legal insurance
• Tax-free flexible spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being, including:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support with:
    • Anxiety, childcare, eldercare, family conflict, parenting concerns
    • Alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more
  • Virtual fitness services for accessible, affordable fitness anytime, anywhere
• Support for career goals through training, classes, and professional development
• Potential eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (visit studentaid.gov for details)

Pay

Salary range: $54,123 to $101,459, in accordance with the EML Contract.