Elementary TOSA - STEM K-5

4/12/2026 Elementary

TOSA - STEM K-5

JobID:

22696

Position Type:

TOSA/Elementary TOSA

Date Posted:

4/7/2026

Location:

Parkview Elementary School

Closing Date:

04/13/2026

Description:

1.0 FTE

Effective Date of Employment:

Beginning of the 2026-27 school year

Application Deadline:

April 13, 2026 - 4:00 p.m.

Application Procedures:

Internal and External Candidates:

Apply on-line at www.district196.org

Job Summary:

1. Develop and implement enrichment and extensions for K-5 science standards including components such as: inquiry, technology, outdoor learning and/or engineering collaboratively with teachers. 2. Collaborate and communicate with grade level teams and other building specialists to support science content and integration into curriculum. 3. Collaborate with staff and students to integrate instruction grounded in inquiry, design, art and STEM themes within the K-5 curriculum 4. Model instructional methods and strategies with students and staff 5. Maintain community outreach by organizing community events related to inquiry thinking design, art integration and STEM 6. Partner with school community and staff to deepen magnet theme integration throughout the school Research and develop learning opportunities for staff and students related to inquiry, design, engineering, arts and science themes 7. Inventory and maintain grant funded technology equipment to support programming 8. Develop and coordinate learning opportunities integrating technology into inquiry, design, engineering, arts and science themes including school wide community events 9. Provide professional development around inquiry, design thinking, engineering, arts and science themes through formal and informal formats 10. Actively seek additional funding and grants to support magnet programming in partnership with community organizations and resources 11. Share current and past projects, curriculum and best practices to audiences outside of elementary school through formal and informal formats using action research 12. Participate in a professional community of practitioners in similar fields or roles to enhance and continually develop experiences for students

Qualifications:

Licensed by the state of Minnesota to teach elementary education and K-12 Computer Keyboarding and Technology. Strong general academic background. Ability to relate positively to students, staff, and community. A clear understanding of the integrated relationship of the STEM components (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Evidence of design-thinking and the engineering process as it applies to student learning and classroom activities. Evidence of productive experience with problem-based and project-based learning. Successful ability to manage students in classroom, lab and outdoor settings.

Responsible To:

Building Principal Compensation /

Benefits:

According to contractual agreement. If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave. Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196 Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success. District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others. District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages. Equal Opportunity Employer As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status,

• disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission,
• age or genetic information.
• District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-7859 - joel.milteer@district196.org) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 - jeremy.sorenson@district196.org) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 - eric.hansen@district196.org) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 - janet.fimmen@district196.org) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

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