Long-term Substitute, Kindergarten Teacher, Start of 2026-27

The Adel DeSoto Minburn Community School District is seeking applicants interested in fulfilling a long term substitute teaching position for a Kindergarten classroom at the start of the 2026-27 school year for approximately 6 weeks. 

Adel Elementary is a progressive preschool through first grade building with small class sizes and an energetic, collaborative staff.  Adel Elementary educates approximately 400 students and is located directly west of Waukee on the edge of the Des Moines metropolitan area.

The ideal candidate would have experience using best practices in literacy and math instruction and have experience with technology integration within the classroom.  The ADM staff uses the Professional Learning Community model.

Requirements:

• Valid Teacher License K-6 Endorsement
• Reading or Math endorsement preferred 

 
Primary roles and essential functions of this teacher include:

• Belief that each and every learner can achieve and work to make a positive impact in students' lives
• Knowledge of practices for a classroom including current research and evidence-based instructional practices
• Commitment to differentiated instruction
• Highly collaborative working with general education teachers both in and outside the grade level, interventionists and parents
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of using technology to enhance learning

Interested candidates should complete and submit an online application with a letter of interest, resume, letters of recommendation and credentials
 
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.