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Start Your Online Application Now Date of Availability: 08/19/2026 Date Closing: Open Until Filled Description: Orono Early Learning Preschool Teacher. Be a part of the Orono Early Learning team working to build a solid foundation for children''s future school and life success! The Preschool Teacher works under the direction of the Early Learning Coordinator and works closely with the teaching team to plan a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children in a child-centered, preschool classroom. The ideal candidate has a passion for supporting young children and their families and working with a team of like-minded people. Job Summary: The following list is intended to be descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Keep a strong line of communication open with families that fosters the growth and development of their children. Support families in understanding their child''s growth and development. Work with the Assistant Teacher to provide a nurturing, intriguing and fun classroom for children of multiple ages. Maintain a clean and orderly physical environment conducive to optimal growth and development of children. Plan and conduct daily activities for children in a safe environment. Plan and post a weekly lesson plan. Prepare, during allotted "prep time", educational materials needed to implement the daily activity plan. Incorporate authentic assessment into your weekly lesson plans. Use results to guide future lesson plans for the group and modifications for individual children. Perform bi-yearly conferences and provide parents/guardians with progress reports. Attend and actively contribute to staff and family meetings. Take initiative and have a willingness to grow in your field. Qualifications: An Early Childhood B-3 teaching license, issued through Minnesota PELSB is required. Working knowledge of the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress Birth-5, best practices and strategies, and individual learning styles. Experience using Teaching Strategies Gold preferred. Ability to work effectively with children and caregivers. Demonstration of a warm and welcoming rapport with all children and caregivers while exhibiting strong classroom management skills. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Evidence of self-motivation, enthusiasm, patience, timeliness, problem solving and flexibility. Experience and excellent references for helping to create an early childhood classroom that fosters social emotional and academic growth. Organized, flexible and able to handle multiple priorities typical in a public school district, 4-star Parent Aware, NAEYC Accredited program. COMPENSATION BA Step 1 $34,431.00 to MA Step 12 $53,550.00 FTE: .84 INSURANCE Single Health: 90% Covered by District Employee + 1 Health: 75% Covered by District Family Health: 75% Covered by District Dental: 100% covered by District Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) VACATION AND HOLIDAYS Personal Days: 3.5 ESST Days: 9.25/Year RETIREMENT/PENSION Positions covered by TRA Application Procedure: All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs or www.orono.k12.mn.us >> District Office >> Human Resources Contact: Kaela Gallup, Early Learning Coordinator kaela.gallup@orono.k12.mn.us or 952-746-5892 or Dr. Scott E. Alger, Director of Human Resources 952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us District Website: www.orono.k12.mn.us Orono Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online