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Elementary Education-North Lakes Academy
Posted on 2025-06-19 2:32:21 PM
Listing expires 2025-06-26 12:00:00 AM
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ELEMENTARY TEACHER
POSITION STATUS: Full-time
START DATE: 2025-2026 school year
COMPENSATION: $41,400 - $66,300 based on experience.
BENEFITS: Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance.
ABOUT NORTH LAKES ACADEMY:
Serving the Forest Lake and surrounding areas since 1999, North Lakes Academy provides a personalized learning environment designed to meet a wide variety of academic needs. With strong core subjects and a full complement of liberal arts courses, NLA provides quality learning in a responsive learning atmosphere. Currently, we operate an elementary campus (grades K-6) and a secondary campus (grades 7-12) both in Forest Lake, serving a total of 460 students. We’re a safe and caring community, connecting learning with the environment, and building curiosity and confidence from day one. We say at NLA who you BECOME is as important as what you ACHIEVE.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Minnesota teaching license for Elementary Education (K–6)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated knowledge of child development, effective instructional strategies, and classroom management
Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Must successfully complete a criminal background check
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience teaching early elementary grades, especially 2nd grade
Knowledge of foundational literacy instruction and early numeracy strategies
Training or experience in phonics, guided reading, and literacy interventions
Familiarity with social-emotional learning (SEL) frameworks appropriate for young children
Strong classroom management rooted in positive behavior supports
Experience working with diverse learners, including English learners and students with IEPs
Proficiency with technology tools for early elementary classrooms (e.g., Powerschool, iPads, Google tools)
Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Commitment to culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices
JOB DESCRIPTION:
North Lakes Academy is looking for a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our close-knit learning community for the 2025–2026 school year. This educator will be responsible for leading a self-contained classroom, delivering high-quality instruction aligned with Minnesota state standards, and fostering a supportive, engaging environment for young learners. The ideal candidate will be student-centered, collaborative, and committed to helping every child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
LEARN MORE:
NLA’s website: http://www.northlakesacademy.org
NLA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nlacharterk12
NLA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlacharterk12/
APPLY ONLINE: https://form.jotform.com/200715906665054
Please verify that this job is still open by checking if it is also listed on our website.The position will remain open until filled.
For more information about this posting, please reach out to:
Executive Assistant, Lauren Claiborne:
lclaiborne@northlakesacademy.org
North Lakes Academy, where who you BECOME is as important as what you ACHIEVE.
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