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Date of Availability: 08/25/2025
Date Closing: Open Until Filled
Job Title: 5th Grade Departmentalized Teacher – Math, Science, and Social Studies
Location: Saint Francis Elementary School, Saint Francis, MN
Position Type: Full-Time, Certified
Grade Level: 5th Grade
Reports To: Elementary Principal
Start Date: 8/25/25
Position Overview:
Saint Francis Elementary School is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered educator to join our 5th-grade teaching team. This is a departmentalized teaching position in which the candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in Math, Science, and Social Studies. The successful candidate will work in partnership with another 5th-grade teacher who teaches English Language Arts, Writing,and Word Study rotating groups of students throughout the day.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons aligned with district curriculum and state standards in Math, Science, and Social Studies.
* Collaborate daily with the partner 5th-grade teacher to ensure cohesive instruction across subjects and classes.
* Differentiate instruction to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of all learners.
* Use formative and summative assessment data to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions.
* Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes high expectations and student growth.
* Integrate technology effectively into instruction and learning activities.
* Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom updates.
* Participate in team meetings, professional development, school committees, and other school-wide initiatives.
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Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Education
* Valid state teaching license/certification for Elementary Education (Grade 5).
* Strong content knowledge in Math, Science, and Social Studies.
* Demonstrated success in planning and delivering engaging instruction to upper elementary students.
* Ability to foster strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
* Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
* Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration.
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Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in a departmentalized elementary school setting.
* Familiarity with standards-based grading, formative assessment strategies, and data-driven instruction.
* Training or experience with hands-on science and inquiry-based learning approaches.
* Comfort with integrating instructional technology such as Google Workspace, interactive whiteboards, and digital learning tools.
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Salary:
Salary will be based on the district’s certified salary schedule in the Teachers Work Agreement<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.isd15.org%2Fo%2Fisd15%2Fpage%2Fwork-agreements&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C771fc35f73a14bff0a4008ddbff0442e%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638877760835688966%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=yV1OJ4wFzr%2FNIimFGHSLRQ3qHZbTDTIfuq1UV4zeapw%3D&reserved=0>, $48,166 - $89,645.
Benefits offered for this position include:
* Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
* Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
* FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account
* Long Term Disability Income Insurance
* Life Insurance paid for by the district
* TRA (Pension Plan): 7.75% employee contribution and 8.75% district contribution
* Employee Assistance Program
* Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
* Floating Holidays
* Sick Leave includes ESST
* Personal Paid Days
* HSA- Health Savings Account with $117.00/month district contribution
* HCSP- Health Care Savings Plan with MSRS (Minnesota State Retirement System) includes $117.00/month district contribution
* Longevity Pay
* Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings
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Application Instructions:
Please submit your application, resume, valid teaching license, and three professional references through our district website<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Fstfrancis%2Fonlineapp%2FJobPostings%2Fview.asp%3FFromAdmin%3Dtrue%26AppliTrackJobId%3D6573&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C771fc35f73a14bff0a4008ddbff0442e%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638877760835705441%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=EpM4Hx6pVIfeH9UHPb93QdPjDSNxIq2SZ8FgJVCQOsQ%3D&reserved=0> . Position open until filled.
The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
Independent School District 15 uses the applicant tracking<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.frontlineeducation.com%2Fsolutions%2Frecruiting-hiring%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C771fc35f73a14bff0a4008ddbff0442e%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638877760835720851%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bKgZYezc9%2BHiwdpueHZOQt7CToq1nPqxD7k8IBx%2BJgY%3D&reserved=0> system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online
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Start Your Online Application NowDate of Availability:
08/25/2025Date Closing:
Open Until FilledJob Title: 5th Grade Departmentalized Teacher – Math, Science, and Social Studies
Location: Saint Francis Elementary School, Saint Francis, MN
Position Type: Full-Time, Certified
Grade Level: 5th Grade
Reports To: Elementary Principal
Start Date: 8/25/25
Position Overview:
Saint Francis Elementary School is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered educator to join our 5th-grade teaching team. This is a departmentalized teaching position in which the candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in Math, Science, and Social Studies. The successful candidate will work in partnership with another 5th-grade teacher who teaches English Language Arts, Writing,and Word Study rotating groups of students throughout the day.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons aligned with district curriculum and state standards in Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Collaborate daily with the partner 5th-grade teacher to ensure cohesive instruction across subjects and classes.
Differentiate instruction to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of all learners.
Use formative and summative assessment data to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions.
Create a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes high expectations and student growth.
Integrate technology effectively into instruction and learning activities.
Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom updates.
Participate in team meetings, professional development, school committees, and other school-wide initiatives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Education
Valid state teaching license/certification for Elementary Education (Grade 5).
Strong content knowledge in Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Demonstrated success in planning and delivering engaging instruction to upper elementary students.
Ability to foster strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a departmentalized elementary school setting.
Familiarity with standards-based grading, formative assessment strategies, and data-driven instruction.
Training or experience with hands-on science and inquiry-based learning approaches.
Comfort with integrating instructional technology such as Google Workspace, interactive whiteboards, and digital learning tools.
Salary:
Salary will be based on the district’s certified salary schedule in the Teachers Work Agreement, $48,166 - $89,645.
Benefits offered for this position include:
- Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
- Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
- FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account
- Long Term Disability Income Insurance
- Life Insurance paid for by the district
- TRA (Pension Plan): 7.75% employee contribution and 8.75% district contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
- Floating Holidays
- Sick Leave includes ESST
- Personal Paid Days
- HSA- Health Savings Account with $117.00/month district contribution
- HCSP- Health Care Savings Plan with MSRS (Minnesota State Retirement System) includes $117.00/month district contribution
- Longevity Pay
- Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings
Application Instructions:
Please submit your application, resume, valid teaching license, and three professional references through our district website . Position open until filled.
The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
Independent School District 15 uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications onlineThis email may contain information that is confidential or attorney-client privileged and may constitute inside information. The contents of this email are intended only for the recipient(s) listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are directed not to read, disclose, distribute or otherwise use this transmission. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission. Delivery of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privileges.
