Inspirational High School English Language Arts Teacher

High School Teacher - English Language Arts

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/English
• Date Posted: 2/23/2026
• Closing Date: 02/27/2026

• 1.0 FTE
• Effective Date:
  Beginning of the 2026-27 school year
• Final date to receive applications:
  February 27, 2026 – 4:00 p.m.
• Application Procedures:
  Internal and External Candidates – Apply online at www.district
  196.org
• Job Summary:
• Teach curriculum of Independent School District 196.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the master contract.
• Carry out responsibilities as defined by the principal.
• Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.
• Qualifications:
• Licensed by the state of Minnesota to teach high school English.
• Strong general academic background.
• Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community.
• Preferred: demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse school community.
• Responsible To:
  Building Principal
• Compensation / Benefits:
  According to contractual agreement. Benefits available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, sick leave, state pension plan, tax‑deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays, or personal leave.

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values emphasize student-centered learning, empathy, and integrity, supporting the wellbeing of the whole person. We foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, engagement, and belonging, inspiring a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide experiences that students, families, and employees desire by developing the whole student, honoring diverse needs and cultures, and engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts, athletics, and life skills.

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents. It is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part‑time employees.

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, public‑assistance status, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age, or genetic information.

District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.