Middle School STEM Teacher

Job Title

Secondary Science Teacher

Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for our commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We are working to create a culture where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning that are centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success.

Our secondary science teachers engage students in inquiry-driven, hands-on science learning that sparks curiosity and builds deep understanding through real-world phenomena and current scientific issues. Students develop transferable skills including critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, communication, and data analysis through challenging, scaffolded tasks and collaborative inquiry. Learning experiences are designed to emphasize anchor phenomena, sense making, conceptual modeling, and scientific discourse.

The successful candidate must have earned a B.A. or B.S. degree and holds or is eligible for a Minnesota State Licensure in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math. Additional demonstrated qualifications include: commitment to the equitable education of all students, creative planning and organizational skills, and highly effective interpersonal skills. Ability to successfully implement the responsibilities of the position overview listed above.

We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students. Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning as evidenced by graduate-level work or an earned degree, as well as participation in professional organization conferences or seminars related to the content area. Prefer candidate with experience working with diverse learners.

Salary Group Teachers Position 1.0 FTE Teacher Rate of Pay $53,228-$107,781/school year (placement determined based on experience and qualifications). Benefits include medical, dental, sick leave, 403(b), life, LTD, FSA. Other salary pro-rated based on start date.

Position will remain open until filled. Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online. For any inquiries or questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact Tealie Krugerud, Associate Principal, at tkruge or .

Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.