Business Teacher; Grades 7-12 - St. James Public Schools

Position: 2026-2027 Business Teacher (Grades 7-12) - St. James Public Schools ISD#840
Location: Saint James

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Business Education

Date Posted:
2/17/2026

Location:
St. James Middle/High School
Business Education Teacher
Location:
St. James Middle School/High School, St. James, MN
Position Type:
Full-Time
Start Date:
August 2026

About Our School:

St. James Middle School/High School is a diverse 6 12 building dedicated to providing students with hands-on, real-world learning experiences that prepare them for success in life, careers, and post-secondary education. We are committed to fostering student engagement through project-based learning, cross-curricular collaboration, and strong community partnerships.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an innovative and student-centered Business Teacher to lead and grow our 7 12 Business program and Business Management and Administration Career Field. The ideal candidate will have a passion for empowering students with essential business and career skills in areas such as personal finance, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship, and business management. This position includes teaching a variety of high-interest, practical business courses and providing authentic learning experiences that prepare students for adult life and potential careers in business, finance, marketing, and related fields.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with standards for Business.
• Provide hands-on, project-based instruction that develops career readiness, practical life skills, and cross-curricular competencies.
• Support students in exploring career pathways in fields such as early childhood education, nutrition, fashion, and human services.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Business with other subject areas and school initiatives.
• Foster partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to enhance learning opportunities.
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom and lab environment (kitchen, sewing, and/or design spaces).
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay up-to-date with trends in Business education.
• Participate actively in school-wide programs and support the district's strategic plan for student achievement and future readiness.

Teach a range of engaging courses such as:

• Personal Finance
• Careers
• Study Skills
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Business

Qualifications:

• Required:
  
  Minnesota teaching license in Business (or ability to obtain licensure).
• Preferred:
  Experience teaching Business courses, working in culinary arts or early childhood settings, or leading career exploration activities.
• Preferred:
  Ability to teach College in Schools or willingness to obtain
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student engagement, equity, and 21st-century skill development.
• Effective communication and collaboration with students, colleagues, and families.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, student-focused school environment.
• Diverse course offerings with high student interest and enrollment.
• Opportunities to create authentic, career-connected learning experiences.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives, both now and in their futures.

Questions and inquiries:
Contact Mike Fugazzi at mfugazzi