High School Science - Earth and Life Sciences

JobID:

2371

Position Type:

High School/Science -

General Date Posted:

3/31/2026

Location:

Orono High School Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Description:

1.0 FTE Teaching Position in

SCIENCE- Earth and Life Science Preferred Job Summary:

Implement best practice teaching and learning strategies into content area. Establish individual learner goals that reflect the District's mission and values. Work collaboratively with department members to support the academic, social and emotional growth of high school students. Collaborate with other teachers to design and coordinate assessments and utilize data to target student needs. Participate in regular PLC meetings as an active and engaged professional. Communicate frequently with parents, colleagues, students, and administrators through all available means of technology. Establish and maintain high standards for character growth.

Qualifications:

Current Minnesota Teaching License required. High level of content expertise required. Demonstrated ability to support critical thinking in meaningful discourse in the content area. Experience working with high school students preferred. Effective classroom management skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience in collaboration and problem-solving. Experience with curriculum and assessment design. Understanding of the role of parent involvement and the ability to collaborate with parents. Ability to use technology as an instructional tool.

Bargaining Group and Level:

Orono Education Association/Teachers

COMPENSATION

Full Year, Full Time BA Step 1 ($51,256) to EdS Step 20 ($110,239)

INSURANCE .75 - 1.0 FTE

Single Health:

100% Covered by District Employee + 1

Health:

75% Covered by

District Family Health:

65% Covered by

District Dental:

100% Coverage by

District Life Insurance:

$50,000 Covered by District LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

OTHER BENEFITS TSA

match after meeting conditions.

RETIREMENT/PENSION

Positions covered by Minnesota Teachers Retirement Association (TRA)

Application Procedure:

All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website:

www.oronoschools.org

Contact:

Dr. Amy Steiner, High School Principal 952-449-8407 amy.steiner@orono.k12.mn.us or Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources 952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us