Employment Opportunities
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Date of Availability: 08/25/2025
Date Closing: Until filled
Special Education Teacher
Grades: K-4
Start Date: 2025-2026 School Year
Closing Date: Until Filled
License Required: Valid MN SPED licensure is preferred, out of field licensure will be considered.
Lester Prairie is a rural community located in eastern McLeod County on the edge of the western suburbs, 40 miles west of Minneapolis. We have an enrollment of approximately 450 preK-12 students in one building.
Coaching Positions also available.
Salary and benefits per the teachers master agreement.
Applicants should visit the Lester Prairie Website at www.lp.k12.mn.us and submit their application online.
ISD 424 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY
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POSITION: JUNIOR HIGH Volleyball Coach
LOCATION: Lester Prairie High School
STARTING DATE: 2025-2026 School Year
SALARY RANGE: $2047 – $3620.50
REPORTS TO: Activities Director
Description:
1. Provide leadership in the planning, development, and execution of the JH Volleyball program by focusing on building a positive culture and developing quality relationships with student-athletes and parent
2. Under direction of Head Volleyball Coach, implement an effective training and competition program that maximizes student-athlete performance in the sport and ensures continuity through all levels
3. Communicate effectively with all program stakeholders to ensure a positive, quality experience is provided for our student-athletes
4. Manage equipment inventory for program
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Prefer, but not required, Minnesota teaching and coaching certification.
2. Prefer, but not required, employment as a teacher in Lester Prairie School District.
3. Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desirable.
4. Has knowledge and background in the assigned sport.
5. Works collaboratively with students, parents, and other members of the community.
6. Effective interpersonal interactions and communication skills as applied to interaction with both youth and adults.
7. Skilled in team building, decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolution
8. Ability to serve as an effective role model for student-athletes and represent LP Schools with respect in all communities
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open until filled
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POSITION: Head Girls Basketball Coach
LOCATION: Lester Prairie High School
STARTING DATE: 2025-2026 School Year
SALARY RANGE: $4,094.00 – $7,241.00
REPORTS TO: Activities Director
Description:
1. Lead the planning, development, and execution of the 7-12 Girls Basketball program by focusing on building a positive culture and developing quality relationships with student-athletes and parents
2. Implement an effective training and competition program that maximizes student-athlete performance in the sport, including strength training
3. Provide direction and evaluation for assistant coaches in the program to ensure continuity through all levels
4. Communicate effectively with all program stakeholders to ensure a positive, quality experience is provided for our student-athletes
5. Manage equipment inventory and budget for program
6. Perform other duties as outlined by the Activities Director, MSHSL, Coaches Handbook, and Section Tournament Administrators
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Valid Minnesota coaching certification or meets acceptable criteria for non-licensed coach
2. Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program
3. Prefer previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport
4. The Head Coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport
5. Works collaboratively with students, parents, and other members of the community
6. Effective interpersonal interactions and communication skills as applied to interaction with both youth and adults
7. Skilled in team building, decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolution
8. Ability to serve as an effective role model for student-athletes and represent Lester Prairie Schools with respect in all communities
9. Experience with ‘Why We Play’ and “Positive Coaching Alliance” seminar/coaches training preferred.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: July 4, 2025
