Teacher - Science - Secondary; Long-term Substitute

Position: Teacher - Science - Secondary (Long-term Substitute)
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Science - Chemistry

Date Posted:
10/28/2025

Location:
Park Center Senior High

Date Available:
01/05/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Osseo Area Schools - ISD 279
Job summary: 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.

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

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

Classroom Teacher

Responsibilities and tasks include:

• Position provides instruction and support in the curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
• Implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program for which employed.
• Write and implement individual student goals and objectives.
• Maintain contact and communications with parents/guardians of students and work with them in the development of each scholar.
• Design, deliver, and assess curriculum according to district guidelines.
• Provide in-person, synchronous and asynchronous learning when applicable and work collaboratively with others.
• Willing to participate in district and building leadership activities.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• MN teaching license in Chemistry required (additional biology, physics, or earth science licenses preferred). OR, a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing 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.*

* Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Considerable knowledge of the curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing.
• Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, current researched best practices and strategies.
• Considerable knowledge of students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective.
• Considerable knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
• Working knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Considerable skill in classroom management and organization.
• Ability to effectively facilitate and/or participate in team meetings and parent meetings.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Bargaining unit:
Teachers
Salary:
View salary grid (Schedule

A) on pages 51 and 52 of the Teachers Agreement on Terms and Conditions of Employment
FTE: 1.0, temporary assignment from approximately 01/05/2026 through 04/06/26. This position has return rights pursuant to language in the Teacher Transfer Procedures, subd. 1.)

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our 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 have a disability that requires 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.