Reading/Language Arts Teacher - 1.0 FTE - West Middle School

Shakopee Public Schools is searching for a fabulous Reading / Language Arts Teacher (1.0 FTE) to join the amazing team at West Middle School.

Job Summary:
Provides instruction in content area in accordance with each student's ability, creates a classroom environment that fosters student learning and personal growth. Establishes effective working relationships with students and parents, works collaboratively with other staff members.

Qualifications:

• Current MN teaching license in Grades 6-8 English/Language Arts or Communication Arts/Literature license
• Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated instruction
• Strong classroom management skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to build successful relationships with students, parents and staff

Working Conditions: 
Classroom environment.

Pay & Benefits Information:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA & VEBA options
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care options
• Accidental Injury & Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance 
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) Plan + district contribution
• 403(B) plan + district contribution

Salary can range anywhere between $50,000 to $118,444 depending upon education level and experience.

Our staff receive:

• Professional development opportunities offered through the District
• Strong mentoring program for first year staff

Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.shakopee.k12.mn.us under Job ID 6398.

Selection Procedure:
Candidates who are under further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Position will remain open until filled. 

District Information:
The Shakopee district serves more than 7,600 students in Shakopee, Savage, Prior Lake, and the Jackson, Louisville, and Sand Creek townships.

Our Mission:
Shakopee Schools, in partnership with our community, will educate lifelong learners to succeed in a diverse world.

The Shakopee School District is committed to providing the best opportunities for our students. We are dedicated to helping them excel and achieve their educational goals and teaching them to be good citizens of our community, our nation and our world.