Position Type:
High School Teaching/ESL
Date Posted:
5/21/2024
Location:
Faribault High School
Date Available:
08/19/2024
Closing Date:
6/04/24 or until filled
District:
Faribault Independent School District 656
Job Title: EL Teacher - High School

Job Description: 2.0 FTE EL Teacher at Faribault High School (2 Positions). These positions will teach a few self-contained EL language development classes in reading, writing and grammar. They will also be expected to assist upper level EL students with vocabulary development in content areas such as social studies and science. This position commences with the 2024-2025 School Year on August 19, 2024.

Qualifications: EL licensure. Experience with SLIFE students.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Must have the ability to work as a team in planning and teaching with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively. Must use the Responsive Classroom approach consistently by conducting regular class meetings, supportive exchanges and clear expectations. Collaboration with grade level team, special education team and specialists to develop a positive learning environment. Collaborate and communicate effectively with parents. Support and follow School Board policies and procedures. Be a positive and contributing member of our professional community.

Faribault Public Schools is a rural Pre-K through Adult School District located about 50 miles south of the Twin-Cities. The school district currently serves approximately 3,700 students in Faribault and our surrounding areas within our community of 23,000 citizens within the city limits. District sites include one early childhood center, three elementary schools K-5, one middle school 6-8, one high school 9-12, one area learning center 9-12 and one education center for adult education.

The historic community of Faribault offers adventure, fun, unique dining, history, shopping and entertainment. Once you arrive you will experience historic landmarks, cultural and artistic gathering places in downtown, 10 lakes within 10 miles with many resorts and campgrounds, 39 beautiful parks within the city, an outdoor aquatic center, miles of bike, walking and snowmobile trails, great lodging and restaurants; enjoy year round recreations such as biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat tire biking and so much more.

Compensation/Benefits/Perks:
Faribault Public Schools provides a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. Other benefits include:
Substantial personal and sick leave days
Fully paid single health insurance
Annual stipend of up to $1000 for national certifications
Enticing retirement package
Our district educational positions qualify for federal loan forgiveness program
State of the Art Fitness Center open to staff
1:1 Technology for staff use
Work-life balance culture
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Strong mission and vision statements
Numerous before/after school and summer programming for additional income and/or volunteering opportunities.
Solid Community Education programs offering opportunities to create and/or participate in unique programming

In addition to a supportive and collaborative professional environment, the town of Faribault has a number of unique characteristics:
Commutable from Twin Cities, right off I35
Centrally located and driving distance within an hour of Mankato, Rochester, Twin Cities
Lots of lakes and good fishing
New downtown revitalization project
Small town feel with many shopping, restaurants & recreational opportunities

Licensure: State of Minnesota ESL Licensed teacher

Application Procedure: Apply online at: www.faribault.k12.mn.us

Application Deadline: June 4, 2024 or until filled