What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher (Grade 1) position at South St. Paul Public Schools?
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Create a positive environment to ensure successful learning for all students.
- Maintain knowledge and skills with IB Program changes and updates.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine priorities for their children’s social, emotional and academic growth.
- Partner with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to support students' academic and social-emotional development.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic issues or special academic interests.
- Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
- Administer standardized, formative and state mandated assessments and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Adhere to all district policies and procedures.
- Support the district’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.
- Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families and staff.
- Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, staff, families and community members.
- Adhere to staff and program guidelines and district procedures and policies.
- Demonstrate prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Appropriate Minnesota teaching licensure for subject area and level taught.
- Demonstrate collaboration and relationship building skills.
- Knowledge and experience with International Baccalaureate Program.
- Excellent technology skills
- Commitment to working effectively with culturally, economically and socially diverse students and families.
- Strong communication skills verbally, orally and written.
- Ability to understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations related to students
- HealthPartners medical coverage for medical and dental
- 403(b) retirement with district match
- TRA (Teacher Retirement Association) benefits
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off and leave benefits
- Complete benefits details available through Human Resources. Benefits vary by position and contract.
JobID: 3855
Position Type:
Teacher-Elementary
Teacher-Elementary
Date Posted:
8/4/2025
8/4/2025
Location:
Kaposia Elementary School
Kaposia Elementary School
Effective immediately, the Human Resources Department will accept online applications for the position of Grade 1 Elementary Teacher at Kaposia Education Center for the 2025-26 school year. Pay Range: 44,929-102,918. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary placement is based on education and experience as indicated in Teacher's Collectively Bargained Agreement.
Application Process: To be considered for the position, submit online application at www.sspps.org. Posting will remain open until filled.
Job Summary:
Develop the student's fullest acquisition of knowledge, skills, concepts, and attitudes.
Job Functions
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vision abilities required include close vision.
Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools: