Physical Education Teacher-LTS

About the Role

Long-term substitute (LTS) Physical Education Teacher position for the 2026-2027 school year. Assignment runs from 9/28/26 to approximately 12/18/26 at 1.00 FTE.

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

About Lakeville Area Schools

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is the twelfth largest 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 Community Education.

Vision: Inspire a passion for learning in every student. Mission: Ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically, and civically. The district is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver K-12 physical-education instruction aligned with state standards and district curriculum.
• Adapt lessons for students with diverse learning needs, including those requiring DAPE services.
• Assess student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and support staff to support student growth.
• Fulfill all duties outlined in the attached job description.

Pay

Salary range: $54,123 to $101,459, in accordance with the Education Minnesota Lakeville (EML) master contract.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• Benefits eligibility begins on day one of employment.
• Full-time benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, legal insurance) for employees working 0.75 FTE or 30+ hours per week; teachers are eligible at 0.50 FTE or more.
• Part-time voluntary benefits (vision, legal insurance) for staff working 20–29.99 hours per week.
• Zero-cost access to select medical services and free 24/7 virtual healthcare (doctors and licensed therapists).
• Free diabetes care and heart-health prevention programs.
• Largest PPO network with wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 403(b) retirement investment account with employer matching under many collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan through PERA (non-instructional) or TRA (instructional/licensed).
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance for staff over 30 hours per week (teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Tax-free flexible spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering no-cost, confidential support for personal and family needs (e.g., anxiety, childcare, eldercare, addiction, stress management).
• Virtual fitness services for convenient, affordable workouts.
• Professional development, training, and classes to support career growth.
• Potential eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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