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Elementary School Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional Special Education Teacher

Navigator; ly Gifted Grades 4-5 Long Term Sub Teacher, FTE, Dates

Job in Excelsior, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55331, USA
Listing for: Minnetonka Public Schools
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Teacher
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 2026 Navigator (Exceptionally Gifted) Grades 4-5 Long Term Sub Teacher, 1.0 FTE, Dates: 3/25/26[...]
Location: Excelsior

Position Info

  • Position Type:
    Elementary School Teaching / Exceptionally Gifted Elementary School Teacher
  • Date Posted: 1/9/2026
  • Location:

    Excelsior Elementary
  • Date Available:

    3/25/26
  • Closing Date:
    Until Filled
  • License

    Required:

    Minnesota K-6 or 1-6 Elementary Education Teacher License
  • Compensation:  to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix
    -a-, Schedule

    A. This Position Is Not Medical nor Dental Benefit Eligible.
Responsibilities
  • Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the District approved curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
  • Translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
  • Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
  • Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records in a timely fashion, prepare progress reports.
  • Identify pupil needs and make appropriate referrals and develop strategies for individual learning plans for students who require curriculum adaptation.
  • Maintain a professional day, as defined by building/and contract.
  • Communicate regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of Schoology, newsletters, phone calls, emails, conferences, etc.
  • Work in a supportive and collaborative manner with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Maintain and improve professional skills by participating in building and department meetings, formal coursework, workshops, and seminars to stay current with best teaching practices.
  • Participate in a professional learning community on a regular basis.
  • Integrate technology into instruction.
  • Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
    • Specific Responsibilities
  • Provide ongoing in‑classroom instruction using strategies including clustering, flexible grouping, curriculum compacting, and critical thinking skills development.
  • Develop content‑based classroom materials around thematic units of study.
  • Coordinate ongoing in‑depth investigations with students.
  • Maintain regular communication with parents, developing parental support groups such as S.E.N.G. (Social and Emotional Needs Group).
  • Participate in admissions process for identifying potential applicants.
  • Develop and administer ongoing diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments for students.
  • Collaborate in a fast‑paced environment interacting with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community with multiple requests and concerns.
  • Respond in emergency situations.
  • Know, interpret, and follow school District policies.
  • Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
  • Provide input to the goal‑setting process for paraprofessionals.
    • Knowledge and Skills
    • Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
    • Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software, and necessary classroom technology.
    • Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
    • Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
    • Show initiative and function as a self‑starter.
    • Effectively communicate and have interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public, sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.
    Hiring Administrators

    Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director of Human Resources

    Jennifer Smasal, Principal

    Diane Rundquist, Director of Learning, Acceleration and Growth

    Application Procedure

    External Applicants: Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

    Internal Applicants: Current teachers do not need to attach letters of recommendation or transcripts.

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