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1st Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher, 1.0 FTE - Long Prairie-Grey Eagle ISD 2753
Posted on 2025-07-07 1:45:35 PM
Listing expires 2025-07-14 12:00:00 AM
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Date of Availability: Fall 2025
Date Closing: Open until filled
Salary Range: $45,129 - $83,967 depending on education and experience
Benefits:
Insurance Premium Costs
Health Insurance = $708 to $1015
Dental = $34.16 to $115.10
Vision = $5.21 to $15.32
District Contributions:
Health Insurance = $855
Dental = $0
Visions = $0
Life Insurance cost to employee - $7.35
Long Term Disability Insurance cost to employee - $17.52
Are you ready for an exciting and fulfilling opportunity? Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Public School is thrilled to announce a full-time position for 1st Grade Classroom Instructor. In this role, you'll have the chance to inspire students across multiple grade levels and subjects, fostering a love for learning and academic growth.
Situated in the heart of Minnesota, our school district offers a central location, just a short drive away from major cities like St. Cloud, the Twin Cities, Alexandria, and Duluth. Surrounded by stunning lakes and parks, our community also boasts one of the few remaining Drive-In Movie theaters in the state. At Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Public School, we pride ourselves on serving a diverse student body, representing various nationalities, including European, Mexican, Caribbean, and more. With over half of our students identifying as Hispanic, we celebrate cultural diversity and inclusivity. Additionally, our district is home to an active Amish population in Todd County, serving the vibrant communities of Grey Eagle, Burtrum, and Long Prairie.
At our elementary level, we provide comprehensive instruction in core subjects like math, science, English language arts, and social studies. We provide instruction in Music K, 5, 6 and in Physical Education K-4 every day. We provide instruction in Music 1-4, Art 2-6, and Physical Education 5-6 every other day. We prioritize the holistic development of each child, offering dedicated counseling support and extracurricular programs to enrich their educational experience.
Our commitment to professional development sets us apart. We offer regular staff development days and provide ongoing training opportunities to support the growth of our educators. This includes in-house mentoring. With one-to-one student devices and a dedicated technology team, we integrate technology seamlessly into our curriculum, preparing students for success in the 21st century. Our robust community programs offer enriching activities and classes before and after school, ensuring that every student has access to diverse learning experiences. Additionally, we prioritize mental health support, partnering with local providers to offer resources to both students and adults.
If you're passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact on student learning, we invite you to join our team. At Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Public School, we're dedicated to teaching the whole child and nurturing a community of lifelong learners. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we'd love to hear from you!
Essential Functions:
- Develops and administers the elementary school curriculum in alignment with district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, fostering student learning.
- Creates lesson plans and instructional materials, translating them into engaging learning experiences to optimize available instructional time.
- Conducts ongoing assessments of student learning, adapting instructional methods to individual student needs, including those with special requirements.
- Instructs students in responsible citizenship and other subject matters, following applicable laws, administrative regulations, and school procedures.
- Continuously acquires professional knowledge by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings and conducts research to stay updated on current developments in education.
- Organizes and maintains an accurate system for record-keeping, grading, and reporting, following district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, evaluates curriculum, and actively participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and supplies, maintaining inventory records.
- Supervises students in activities outside the classroom during the school day, including those involving school transportation.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators, as designated by the Superintendent.
Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephones.
Travel Requirements: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of current teaching methods, educational pedagogy, and differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
- Familiarity with elementary school curriculum and concepts.
- Understanding of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Effective communication skills with students and parents.
- Commitment to self-evaluation for performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments. (Refer to the Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.)
Qualifications Profile:
- Certification/License: MN State Certification as an Elementary Teacher.
- Education: Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to the teaching assignment.
- Experience: Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels is a plus.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Join Long Prairie-Grey Eagle ISD 2753 and be part of a team committed to providing a quality education for all students. Apply through our applicant tracking system powered by Frontline Education.
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