What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher at Prairie Lakes/Lake Park position at Willmar School District?
Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Science Teacher.
Prairie Lakes Education Center and Lake Park School provide educational services to students residing at the Prairie Lakes Youth Program. Our program is designed to meet students where they are and provide flexible, personalized pathways toward graduation in a structured, supportive setting.
Teachers at Prairie Lakes Education Center and Lake Park School deliver both whole-group instruction and individualized coursework, including credit recovery opportunities.
Must have a MN Science Teaching License.
Must be able to pass a background check
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree
All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
April 23, 2026
Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Science Teacher.
Prairie Lakes Education Center and Lake Park School provide educational services to students residing at the Prairie Lakes Youth Program. Our program is designed to meet students where they are and provide flexible, personalized pathways toward graduation in a structured, supportive setting.
Teachers at Prairie Lakes Education Center and Lake Park School deliver both whole-group instruction and individualized coursework, including credit recovery opportunities.
Position
Science Teacher
Location
Prairie Lakes School/Lake Park
Rate of Pay
Based upon credentials including Education and Experience as per Teacher Master agreement.
Bachelor’s Degree Range: $52,870 to $77,856
Master’s Degree Range: $60,558 to $85,544
Master’s 40/PhD/PsyS/EdS/EdD Range: $68,246 to $93,232
Hours Per Day
7.5
Schedule (Approximately)
7:15am - 3:15pm
Working Days per Year
182 Teacher Work Days, 2026-2027 School Year
Benefits
Benefits may be prorated based upon start date. Information listed below is based upon a full school year in this position.
- $10,000 Health Insurance Contribution
- Single Dental Insurance
- $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
- $1,500 403b Matching Contribution
- Pension Plan - TRA (Teachers Retirement Association
- Multiple Voluntary Benefits including:
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Medical Bridge
- Accident Coverage
- Critical Illness
- Identity Theft
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care)
- Paid Time Off
- Personal Leave - 2 Days (3 days beginning step J)
- Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 12 Days
Bargaining Unit
Teachers Master Agreement
Qualifications Required
- Must have a MN Science Teaching License.
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must have a Bachelor’s Degree
Testing Required
All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
How to Apply
Apply On-Line: Click Here
Closing Date
Open until Filled
Salary : $52,870 - $93,232