Elementary Specialist (0.4 FTE)

Wayzata Public Schools -
Wayzata, MN

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Job Details

Full-time
$52,308 - $123,452 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Life insurance

Qualifications

Behavior management
Computer operation
Student progress monitoring
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Student record keeping
Educational technology integration
Teaching Certification
Parent collaboration
Elementary Education Teaching Certification
Employee relationship building
Parent communication
School legal knowledge
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Working with students
Teaching assessments
Academic assessment administration
Desktop applications
Computer skills
Educational compliance and regulation understanding
Student engagement classroom management
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

JobID: 11701

Position Type:
Teachers, Elementary/Kindergarten

Date Posted:
8/10/2026

Location:
North Woods

North Woods Elementary - Elementary Specialist
FTE: 0.4 (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Monday-Friday)
Starting Fall 2026
Compensation Range: $52,308- $123,452 (Depending on Education and Experience, Prorated on FTE)

Please see Wayzata Education Association Contract for more information

Position Description:
Candidates selected to fill the role of Elementary Specialist Teacher for Wayzata Public Schools will be given the great responsibility of continuing our long standing commitment to academic excellence. This will be done through the design and delivery of instruction that ensures the success of a diverse population of learners. In addition, you will be responsible for building positive relationships and working collaboratively with students, parents, and staff members to foster a positive experience for the entire learning community. Previous elementary teaching is preferred and this position requires a valid MN K-5 Elementary Teaching License.

Knowledge Qualifications:

Must have strong classroom management skills and the ability to create a positive learning environment;
Deep knowledge of elementary pedagogy;
Understanding of social, emotional and behavior development and acquisition;
Understanding of school wide assessments;
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
Record keeping principles
Computers and related software applications.

Skill Requirements:
Ability to build strong and positive relationships with colleagues, students, and parents;
Managing classroom behavior;
Ideal candidates should also have experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated strategies that support diverse learners.
Must have the ability to calmly and effectively deal with a variety of unexpected circumstances.
Must be proficient with current technology used to support communication, academics, and student progress monitoring.
Organization and implementation of school wide testing protocols;
Maintaining applicable student records to demonstrate improvement in behavior;
Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations;
Preparing and maintaining records and reports;
Operating a computer and applicable software applications;
Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Why Wayzata?

High student achievement
Instructional Technology- Technology levy has increased the number of computers and other technology available for use in the classroom.
Alternate Compensation- This program provides teachers with additional professional development opportunities through peer coaches, courses and study groups.
Competitive salary and benefits- Our benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance; long term disability and employee assistance program.
Professional support and development- First year teachers are provided a mentor and on-going professional development opportunities.
Good People- We strive to hire good people that work well together and have fun doing it.

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