Teacher - TAG Specialist

Overview

To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Develop, support, and sustain implementation of rigorous scholar learning through differentiated, extended, and enriched (DEE) instruction and opportunities. Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to ensure scholars are engaged in challenging learning and discover their unique interests and strengths.

Facilitate and support the implementation of English Language Arts and Math academic challenges, support development of individual scholar goals and independent scholar projects, and collaborate with building leaders to identify, plan, and deliver DEE instruction and opportunities. Monitor the fidelity of DEE implementation; initiate and sustain collaboration within and across departments, programs, and sites to improve achievement; make appropriate and equitable use of resources and technologies;

maintain contact and communication with staff, administrators, scholars, guardians/caregivers and community, state, and federal agencies; collaborate within and across departments, programs, and sites; implement the goals and objectives of the district, school, program, or department; provide in-person, synchronous learning and support when applicable; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the program, building and/or district at the discretion of the supervisor.

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district:
Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview.

• Review the full job description at the provided link for a detailed description of essential functions and requirements.
• Implement Talent Development, Academic Challenge and Gifted Support (TAG) initiatives.
• Collaborate with teachers and leaders to design and deliver DEE instruction and opportunities.
• Monitor and support student goals, projects, and individualized plans.
• Engage with stakeholders including staff, administrators, scholars, guardians/caregivers, and external agencies.
• Represent the district in professional activities and leadership roles.

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• MN teaching license in appropriate field, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willingness to obtain an Out of Field Permission.
• If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2 license.
• Additional information can be found at the MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License.

• Classroom teaching experience preferred.

Salary:
View salary grid on Pages 51 - 52 of the teacher's contract Education Minnesota Osseo.

FTE: 1.0 (0.4 Oak View Elementary, 0.6 Weaver Lake Elementary).

Start Date: 08/30/2026.

Bargaining unit:
Education Minnesota Osseo.

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Summer opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. The district provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The district is committed to a workforce that reflects its diversity and encourages applicants who can strengthen diversity. For more information, view the District's Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran's Preference:
If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation:
If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR or call .

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.