Science Specialist (0.50 FTE)

Science Specialist (0.50 FTE) Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 5/1/2026 About Spring Lake Park Schools Spring Lake Park Schools is a vibrant school community serving about 6,200 students from the suburbs of Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park in the northwest Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our district purpose - "High expectations, high achievement for all. No excuses" provides our focus to meet the unique and varied needs of each student. Spring Lake Park Schools is recognized for its commitment to personalized learning, creating a culture of innovation and creativity through human-centered design thinking. We work to create a culture where teachers and staff have the freedom, flexibility and invitation to design new ways of learning that are centered around deepening student engagement to continuously improve student success. About Spring Lake Park Educators Each teacher at Spring Lake Park Schools designs meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for the future. Our educators create engaging, relevant work grounded in students' interests, strengths, and needs- challenging them to think deeply and take an active role in their learning. Teachers cultivate inclusive, engaging learning environments where each student feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging. The focus is developing strong academic skills and essential career and life competencies such as collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and self-direction. Our teachers are reflective, collaborative professionals committed to ongoing learning. They embrace a culture of reciprocal feedback, refining their practice and driving continuous improvement and innovation. Above all, they believe that each student deserves meaningful work worthy of their time, talents, and potential. Responsibilities Our elementary science specialists engage students in inquiry-driven, hands-on science learning that sparks curiosity and builds deep understanding through real-world phenomena and current scientific issues. Students develop transferable skills- including critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, communication, and data analysis- through challenging, scaffolded tasks and collaborative inquiry. Learning experiences are designed to emphasize anchor phenomena, sense-making, conceptual modeling, and scientific discourse. Qualifications/Licensing Requirements The successful candidate must have earned a B.A. or B.S. degree and holds or is eligible for a Minnesota State Licensure in Elementary Education. Additional demonstrated qualifications include: commitment to the equitable education of all students, creative planning and organizational skills, and highly effective interpersonal skills. Ability to successfully implement the responsibilities of the position overview listed above. Preferences We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students. Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning as evidenced by graduate-level work or an earned degree, as well as participation in professional organization conferences or seminars related to the content area. Prefer candidates with experience working with diverse learners. Salary Position: 0.50 FTE Teacher Rate of Pay: $26,614 - $53,890.50 per school year (placement determined based on experience and qualifications). Other Salary pro-rated based on start date. How to Apply Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at Application deadline is open until filled with a highly qualified person. Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview. For any inquiries or questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact Lindsay Johnson, Principal, at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Statement Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr