Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Provide instruction and support in the curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate and equitable use of instructional resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district, school and/or program for which employed; maintain contact and communication with guardians/caregivers of scholars, working with them in the development of their scholar; design, deliver, and assess curriculum according to district guidelines; provide in-person, synchronous and asynchronous learning when applicable and work collaboratively with others. Willing to participate in district and building leadership activities.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

Implement Pre-K (4-year-olds) class and ECFE classes to include delivery and design of lessons that align with the curriculum and assessment practices of the Early Childhood & Family Education program.
Teaching practices align with a multiple tiered support system with the goal to develop successful learners.
Teach as a member of a classroom team to include the following: a parent educator, Educational Support Professional (ESP) and possibly Early Childhood Special Education staff,
Provide leadership and work direction for ESP.
Maintain consistent communication with parents and work with them in the development of their child.
Maintain attractive and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Attend and contribute to program staff meetings and training.
Support outreach efforts as needed.
Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of classroom positions. Note not all tasks fully align with that of our Early Childhood Teaching duties.

 

Classroom Teacher

 

 

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview
 

Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelor’s degree required.
MN teaching license in appropriate field, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*
If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.*
*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)

Apply for Additional License

 

 

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience working with highly diverse populations.
Experience working with families of low socio-economic status.
Experience working with young children with no or limited group experiences.
Bilingual – Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Vietnamese preferred.
 

Job Type: Part-time, hourly, 27.55 hrs/week

Work Schedule: One PreK (4 year old) class at Willow Lane Early Childhood Center: M-W-F morning; ECFE classes at Willow Lane and/or Arbor View including one evening class/week. Hours may expand to include one Saturday morning assignment per session.
Bargaining unit: Teachers
Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page
Desired start date: August 31, 2026

 

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities
…and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

 

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR@district279.org or call 763-391-7007.

 

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:  Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Position Type:Part-Time
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Preschool

Job Requirements

Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information

Contact HR or the Site with any questions regarding the position
Email: hr@district279.org