Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and contributing to a thriving, close-knit community? At GFW Public Schools, we are committed to providing an equitable and quality education that meets the individual needs of our students to thrive in the 21st century. Serving the communities of Gibbon, Fairfax, and Winthrop, Minnesota, our district is known for its strong sense of community, dedicated staff, and focus on student growth and achievement.
If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can inspire, empower, and make a lasting impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with GFW Public Schools. Here, you’ll find a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment where every day brings the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
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Position Title: Elementary Teacher
Reports to: Building Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: Fall 2025
Job Summary: Educate, plan, teach, facilitate and evaluate the students of GFW Public Schools in the educational process as defined by local and state department regulations and guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Instructional Planning and Preparation
Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy
Demonstrate knowledge of students
Select instructional goals
Demonstrate knowledge of resources
Design coherent instruction
Assess student learning
Classroom Environment
Create an environment of respect and rapport
Establish a culture for learning
Manage classroom procedures
Manage student behavior
Organize physical space
Instructional Interaction
Communicate clearly and accurately
Use questioning and discussion techniques
Engage students in learning
Provide feedback to students
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Professional Responsibilities
Reflect on teaching
Maintain accurate records
Communicate with families
Contribute to the school and district
Grow and develop professionally
Show professionalism
Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualification Requirements:
Degree:
License:
- Licensed teachers in the State of MN with appropriate licensure for assigned areas of responsibility or proof of pending approved licensure
Experience:
- Prior successful experience student teaching or teaching in an urban, multicultural education setting
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently walking, standing, sitting, hearing, talking and seeing.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary:
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurances, district-provided life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and supplemental insurance options, in addition to 403b plans.
For additional salary and benefits information, view the Certified Contract.
Application Procedure: Apply online on GFW Public Schools district application website.
All Employees of GFW Public Schools are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work.
It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.