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Elementary Teacher, 1.0 FTE- Willow River Area School Willow River Area School is seeking a full-time Elementary Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. Classroom assignment to be determined. Start date of August 2026. Overview: To create a classroom environment which fosters learning and personal growth; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide an excellent education, in accordance with each pupil?s ability; to establish effective rapport with pupils, parents; and to work collaboratively with other staff and administration members. Qualifications: BA or BS Degree required. Valid Minnesota Teaching License. Knowledge: Know, interpret and follow school policy. Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. Diffuse difficult situations. Demonstrate ability to operate a computer and necessary software. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents and the community. Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations. Show initiative and function as a self-starter. Demonstrate positive and effective working relationships with students, staff, other administrators, parents and the community. Performance Responsibilities: Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Teaches district-approved curriculum. Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere. Evaluates pupils? academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and in a timely fashion prepares progress reports. Communicates this information regularly with parents. Identifies pupil needs and includes parents when making appropriate referrals and developing strategies for individual education and 504 plans. Maintains a professional day, as defined by building/and contract. Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, e-mails, conferences, etc. Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips when applicable. Provide input to the goal-setting process for paraprofessionals when applicable. Works in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors. Maintains and improves professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops and seminars in an effort to stay current with best teaching practices. Participates in a personal professional goal-setting process on a regular basis. Be sensitive to students? ability to assess information before sharing personal experiences and/or preferences. Performs other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the administrator for effective school operation. Physical Demands: Operate office equipment; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; bend at waist, kneeling or crouching; read a variety of material and communicate information. Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be established by the School Board. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated per Minnesota Statute 122A.40. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Elementary Principal. Salary: Per current Teacher Master Agreement Application Deadline: Open until filled, applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Application Process: Please complete the application at www.ISD577.org , and digitally send: 1) completed application, 2) cover letter, 3) resume, and 4) three reference letters to the PreK-12 Principal, Melissa Johnson at mjohnson@isd577.org Willow River Area School enrolls approximately 435 students and is located 75 miles north of the Twin Cities on Interstate 35. Willow River ISD #577 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the district''s policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family leave status, or veteran status. The district makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Willow River Area School ISD #577 8142 Pine St. N Willow River, MN 55795 218-372-3131