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.5 FTE Preschool (3-Year-Old) Teacher with Potential for Additional Afternoon Assignment Up to 1.0 FTE Position Title: Preschool Teacher (3-Year-Old Section) Location: Ortonville Elementary School FTE: 0.5 FTE (Minimum Baseline) up to 1.0 FTE (Dependent on candidate versatility) Schedule: Monday?Friday, Morning Session (AM). Afternoon flexibility exists. Timeline: For the 2026-2027 School Year Position Purpose Due to enrollment growth and section expansion, Ortonville Public Schools is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to lead a morning section of our 3-year-old Preschool / School Readiness program. The successful candidate will design and implement a high-quality environment aligned to developmental benchmarks in support of the social-emotional as well as academic growth of our youngest learners. The Work Schedule Flexibility (AM/PM Structure) Baseline Assignment (.5 FTE): Daily morning section instruction, parent communication, child observations, and standard prep time focused entirely on the 3-year-old cohort. Afternoon Potential (Up to 1.0 FTE): Based on the qualifications, licensure, and interest of the applicant, the district is prepared to build an afternoon assignment to create a full-time position. Afternoon options may include: Targeted Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) programming or outreach. Other ? dependent on district need and candidate qualifications. Key Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and deliver age-appropriate curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of 3-year-old children. Maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized classroom environment that meets the state-mandated and district standards and expectations. Assess student progress using observation-based tools and share developmental updates with parents during conferences. Partner with the PreK-6 Principal/Special Education Coordinator to support early intervention screening and implement accommodations for students receiving early childhood special education services. Licensure & Qualifications (Minnesota Requirements) Applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid Minnesota teaching license issued by PELSB in at least one of the following areas: Early Childhood Education (Birth?Grade 3) Preprimary Education (Age 3?PreK) Candidates holding a Tier 1, 2, 3, or 4 MN license will be considered. The district is willing to partner with strong applicants on an appropriate PELSB tiered licensure pathway if necessary. Compensation & Benefits Salary and benefits are determined by placement on the current ISD #2903 Teachers'' Master Agreement schedule. Benefits package per current ISD #2903 Teachers'' Master Agreement schedule. Application Process Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, copies of teaching licenses, transcripts, and visit https://www.ortonville.k12.mn.us/district/employment for application and details. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Review of applications begins immediately. ISD #2903 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -- Kris Evje Superintendent Ortonville School District 2903 #Ortonvilleschools