Position Type: High School Teaching/Teacher-Social Studies

Date Posted: 8/13/2025

Location: Minnesota Transitions Secondary School

Date Available: 08/25/2025 POSITION: TEACHER - Social Studies Personal Finance .5 FTE

LOCATION: Beautiful new building at MTS HIGH SCHOOL 2872 26th AVENUE SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55406

Join our fun, joy-filled team!

Description: The Part-Time Social Studies Teacher - Personal Finance is responsible for providing engaging and rigorous classroom instruction in Personal Finance. This position may also include teaching other social studies electives or related courses as assigned.

Job Summary: Provide instruction in Personal Finance and other assigned social studies courses, aligned to Minnesota Academic Standards and district curriculum. Make effective use of instructional resources and technology to enhance learning. Develop and implement innovative methods for delivering instruction that engage all learners. Support the Minnesota Graduation Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the assigned school/program. Evaluate student performance using school- and district-approved systems; maintain accurate student records and reports. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about student progress and participate in parent-teacher conferences. Maintain a positive and productive learning environment through effective classroom management and student engagement strategies. Participate in professional development required by the district and seek ongoing growth in social studies content and instructional best practices. Perform other related duties as assigned by administration. Qualifications: A valid Minnesota teaching license issued by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) in Social Studies, Business Education, or with an Out-of-Field Permission (OFP) for Personal Finance. Knowledge of social studies content with emphasis on financial literacy, personal finance, and economic principles. Understanding of multicultural, gender-inclusive, and disability-fair curriculum practices. Proficiency with instructional technology and multimedia tools. Excellent classroom management skills with a focus on creating safe and supportive environments. Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Ability to plan and implement lessons that align with district and school goals. Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Ability to assess and communicate student performance in ways that foster growth and achievement. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of student information. Ability to evaluate student performance and to present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.

Hours:

M-F regular school hours 8:00 - 4:00

Pay Range: $50,329.50-$74,272.50 for 1.0 FTE

Additional hours as needed to fulfill duties of this position

About Minnesota Transitions Charter School:

Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS) is a unique collaboration of charter schools that help each learner make the transition from classroom to post-secondary/career and meet the responsibilities of a changing future. We were one of the nation's early leaders in charter school development. Charter schools offer the chance for parents to choose the best education possible for their family. Special education and EL services are provided wherever needed in all of our programs. MTS offers a learning environment emphasizing small classes as well as strong career training and academic preparation. We offer a traditional High School with many career options, Middle School and Elementary School as well as a Virtual High School, Connections Academy (a virtual K-12 program) and Banaadir Academy which has a focus on serving Somali students. Learn more at mtcs.org

Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS) does not discriminate in employment or in any of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, age or genetic information.

FLSA Status: Exempt