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Long Term Substitute - 1st Grade teacher
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An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$63,499 / year median in Wisconsin
+4% projected growth
Job Description
- 1st Grade teacher Mount Horeb Area School District
- 3.3 Mount Horeb, WI Job Details Temporary $280 a day 1 day ago Qualifications Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Teaching Certification Community engagement relationship building Parent collaboration Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Vacancy Details Title Long Term Substitute
- 1st Grade teacher School/Building Primary Center Number of Openings 1 URL N/A Close Date (11:59 p.m. Central) 9/25/2026 Contact Name Erin Eslinger Title Human Resources Director Email Phone (608)437-7034 Website https://www.mounthorebschools.org/ Position Details Position Start Date 11/6/2026 Salary/Wage $280.00 per day Terms/Schedule Monday
- Friday from approximately November 6, 2026 through February 15, 2027 Appointment Type Temporary Description
OUR FUTURE
PREPARE.LEARN. LEAD.
We are currently seeking to hire a highly dedicated first-grade long-term substitute. We strive to hire individuals who are determined to see all students succeed, cognizant of their mindset, champions of equity, and are results-oriented. Applicants must be committed to continuous improvement and skilled at fostering mutually respectful relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members. We look for individuals whose creativity, curiosity, enthusiasm, and professionalism are contagious.Why People Stay:
Our non-retirement rate is amongst the lowest in Dane County. When people begin their careers in Mount Horeb they stay. Great relationships are built on collaboration and communication shared by all staff members, students, and parents which makes for a successful team and all-around cooperation/satisfaction. MHASD's Board and administration support team members with competitive wages/benefits, meaningful professional growth opportunities, and comfortable learning environments. Recent capital and operational referendums demonstrate the support our staff enjoys from our community. We expect a great deal from ourselves because so much has been given to us.Who We Are:
We're pleased to be nationally recognized for excellence in education. Mount Horeb Area School District is dedicated to high levels of achievement and skills through academically enhanced curriculum and priorities for the arts for our 2300+ students and families served. Our District's mission, in partnership with the community, is dedicated to nurturing, educating, and challenging all students; preparing and empowering them to be productive, responsible, and self-fulfilled members of society. If you're passionate and dedicated, Mount Horeb Area School District is an ideal place to make a daily difference and empower our students. We would welcome considering your application!Our Ideal Candidate:
Holds, or is eligible to obtain, a current Wisconsin Teaching License in Elementary Education Passionate and engaging educator Demonstrates ability to build positive, nurturing relationships with all learners by setting learning expectations at students' readiness levels. Ability to maintain a positive and safe learning environment. Collaborative and exceptional solutions-oriented mindsets. Ability to be flexible and adaptable, especially during times of change. Demonstrates good communication skills, including ability to guide and supervise groups of students, maintain confidentiality, and work with students in a positive and motivational manner. Demonstrates proficient office skills with computers and software. Able to interact with others effectively, follow directions and initiate activities independently. Enjoy working with students and other staff members. Demonstrates and supports a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful experience teaching CKLA Amplify and The Math Learning Center's Bridges is preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) skills and abilities are a plus. Candidate Requirements Years of Experience 0 Degree Bachelor Licenses Early Childhood- Middle Childhood Regular Education Early Childhood
- Regular Education Elementary/Middle Level Education Additional Requirements Cover Letter Resume Letters of Recommendation Custom Questions Transcripts & Licenses/Certifications