Developmental Adapted Physical Education Teacher

• Position Type:
  Elementary Teacher/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 9/24/2026
• Location:
  
  Districtwide

Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools district. We are the only school district in Minnesota and one of few in the U.S. that offers the full IBContinuum to students in pre-K to grade 12. As a world class community of learners, Fridley Public Schools aims to develop internationally minded students. We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life‑long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world.

Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes ...

• In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students.
• All students feel valued andhave a sense of belonging.
• All learners have the right to a quality education.
• All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment.
• All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society.

Must meet students where they are, assess their growth, and keep the student at the center of all decisions and practices.

• Responsible for the management of the instructional program for assigned students.
• Responsible to establish and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning within the classroom and assist in same throughout the building.
• Responsible for the assessment of student progress.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned by the building principal which are necessary to fulfill the basic function of the position and are consistent with the Master Agreement

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This position is posted until filled. Qualified applicants will be reviewed as they apply.

BA, Step 1 at $51,599/yr to PhD, Step 17 at $111,313/yr, placement will vary depending on education and experience. View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Master Agreements page.

In compliance with Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) guidelines, all Phase 1licensed teachers in Minnesota must complete one of the three approved evidence-based reading professional development programs by July 1, 2026.

• If you have already complete done of the required trainings, please provide a copy of your certification with your application or upon hire.
• If you have not yet completed the training, FPS will support you in fulfilling this requirement through participating intheLETRS training program for school year 2025-26.

• Hold a baccalaureate degree from a college or university that is accredited.
• Minnesota Department of Education teaching license required for specific assignment

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employed is…