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Start Your Online Application Now Date Closing: Until Filled Northside Elementary School - St. James Public Schools - ISD840 3rd Grade Teacher ? 2026?2027 School Year - ISD840 Date Closing: Open Until Filled Northside Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and student-centered educator to join our team as a 3rd Grade Teacher for the 2026?2027 school year. We are looking for a collaborative professional committed to academic excellence, relationship-building, and meeting the needs of all learners through high-quality instruction and evidence-based literacy practices. Job Summary Teach the curriculum of St. James Public Schools aligned to Minnesota Academic Standards. Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract. Carry out responsibilities as assigned by the principal. Maintain positive communication and cooperative relationships with students, families, and staff. Collaborate with colleagues through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to respond to student learning needs. Utilize assessment data to guide instruction and intervention practices. Demonstrate continued professional growth through coursework, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded professional development. Implement structured literacy practices aligned to the Minnesota READ Act. Support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of all students. Qualifications Required Qualifications Licensed by the State of Minnesota to teach Elementary Education. Strong general academic background. Ability to relate positively to students, staff, families, and community members. Strong classroom management and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of structured literacy and evidence-based reading instruction. Completion of, participation in, or willingness to complete Minnesota READ Act approved professional development, including: LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) CAREIALL (Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement Advancing Language and Literacy) OL&LA (Online Language and Literacy Academy) Experience collaborating within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Experience using student data to guide instruction and interventions. Experience working with multilingual learners and diverse student populations is preferred. Application Information Questions may be directed to: Keri Murphy Principal, Northside Elementary School kmurphy@isd840.org St. James Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students. St James School District 840 uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online