Science Teacher - Pipestone Area HS

Earth Science Teacher

Pipestone Area School District #2689 is seeking to hire a full-time Earth Science Teacher. Teachers at Pipestone Area Schools are assigned specific duties within their teaching content area. This includes teaching appropriate content, delivering the Minnesota science standards, meeting with the specific department regularly and participating in staff professional development sessions and other meetings.

Qualifications:

• Hold or be eligible to obtain a Minnesota teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement
• Possess a high level of organizational and communication skills
• Knowledgeable computer user; familiarity with Student Information Systems
• Solid classroom management skills based on current research practices
• Willingness to be involved in other aspects of the Pipestone Area Schools culture and community
• Team player and team-oriented thinker

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high quality Minnesota Academic Standards-based lessons to High School students in Earth Science.
• Collaborate with colleagues to carry out Multi-tiered System of Supports.
• Maintain accurate records of students' grades and attendance.
• Participate fully in mentoring and instructional coaching programs, align and deepen curriculum, and improve pedagogy.
• Practice and carry out rules and procedures as defined by the Pipestone Area School District.
• Participate in staff in-service, staff meetings, department work, committee work, parent conference nights, etc.
• Support the Principal with supervision of students.
• Communicate in a positive way to develop rapport with learners and treat them with respect.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the school's mission of Inspire life-long learners. Build Character, and Prepare them for their Future.

Supervision:
Teachers report to the building principal.

Extra-curricular

Activities:

Opportunities for extra-curricular activities may be available and posted on the District website.

Compensation:
Teachers are compensated according to the current master agreement. Salary range is $51,000-$95,000. Benefits include Health insurance, Life Insurance, 403B match, MN Paid Family and Medical Leave and Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST), and voluntary benefits include AFLAC. Colonial Life, Dental, Vision, Legal Shield.

To apply:

Please apply online. Position is open until filled. For information contact:
Sonja Ortman  Pipestone Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer