Employment Opportunities
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Lester Prairie School is seeking a 1.0 FTE Elementary Special Education Teacher
2026-2027 School Year
Lester Prairie is a rural community located in eastern McLeod County on the edge of the western suburbs. Located 20 minutes west of Lake Minnetonka and 50 minutes from Minneapolis, Lester Prairie is an ideal location to get the best of both the “city” and “rural” life. We have an enrollment of approximately 400 K-12 students.
Start Date: August 24, 2026 – 181 duty days
License Required: Valid MN SPED licensure.
Responsibilities:
• Create lessons and learning environments that are appropriate for all students with varying level of skills.
• Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs.
• Establish developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students and share with students and families.
• Regularly assess student learning by using multiple forms of assessment.
• Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.
• Fulfill responsibilities as defined by the current teachers working agreement.
Pay and Benefits: Salary Range depending on education and experience: $44,582-$83,214. Benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement
Extracurricular opportunities are available.
Lester Prairie School District #424 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Lester Prairie School is seeking a 1.0 FTE Middle School Special Education Teacher
2026-2027 School Year
Lester Prairie is a rural community located in eastern McLeod County on the edge of the western suburbs. Located 20 minutes west of Lake Minnetonka and 50 minutes from Minneapolis, Lester Prairie is an ideal location to get the best of both the “city” and “rural” life. We have an enrollment of approximately 400 K-12 students.
Start Date: August 24, 2026 – 181 duty days
License Required: Valid MN SPED licensure.
Responsibilities:
• Create lessons and learning environments that are appropriate for all students with varying level of skills.
• Assess students’ developmental, cognitive and social needs and provide developmentally appropriate instruction to meet those needs.
• Establish developmentally appropriate instructional and behavioral expectations for students and share with students and families.
• Regularly assess student learning by using multiple forms of assessment.
• Maintain good communication and cooperation with staff and parents.
• Fulfill responsibilities as defined by the current teachers working agreement.
Pay and Benefits: Salary Range depending on education and experience: $44,582-$83,214. Benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement
Extracurricular opportunities are available.
Lester Prairie School District #424 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Date of Availability: 08/24/2026
Date Closing: 04/14/2026
ELL Teacher – 1.0 FTE @ Lester Prairie Schools
Grades: K-12
Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year
Closing Date: Until Filled
License Required: Valid MN licensure is required in ELL.
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 500 preK-12 students.
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: Head Cheer Coach
LOCATION: Lester Prairie High School
STARTING DATE: 2026-2027 School Year
SALARY RANGE: $1,337.46- $1,806.90
REPORTS TO: Activities Director
DATE OF POSTING: April 28, 2026
Description:
1. Lead the planning, development, and execution of the Sideline Cheer 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 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
TO APPLY: Internal candidates: Email a Letter of Interest to Ross Scheevel, Activities Director, at scheevel@lp.k12.mn.us
All Other Candidates: apply online at: https://www.lp.k12.mn.us/employment-opportunities/
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open until filled
Lester Prairie School uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online
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POSITION: Assistant Football Coach
LOCATION: Lester Prairie High School
STARTING DATE: 2026-2027 School Year
SALARY RANGE: $3,120.74 – $4,216.10
REPORTS TO: Activities Director
DATE OF POSTING: April 28th, 2026
Description:
1. Provide leadership in the planning, development, and execution of the Football program by focusing on building a positive culture and developing quality relationships with student-athletes and parents
2. Under direction of Head Football 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. Assist Head Football Coach with management of 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
TO APPLY: Internal candidates: Email a Letter of Interest to Ross Scheevel, Activities Director at scheevel@lp.k12.mn.us
All Other Candidates: apply online: https://www.lp.k12.mn.us/employment-opportunities/
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open until filled
Lester Prairie School uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online
POSITION: C Squad Volleyball Coach
LOCATION: Lester Prairie High School
STARTING DATE: 2026-2027 School Year
SALARY RANGE: $2,674.92 – $3,613.80
REPORTS TO: Activities Director
DATE OF POSTING: April 28th, 2026
Description:
1. Provide leadership in the planning, development, and execution of the C Squad Volleyball program by focusing on building a positive culture and developing quality relationships with student-athletes and parents
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
TO APPLY: Internal candidates: Email a Letter of Interest to Ross Scheevel, Activities Director at scheevel@lp.k12.mn.us
All Other Candidates: apply online: https://www.lp.k12.mn.us/employment-opportunities/
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Open until filled
Lester Prairie School uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online