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Positions are open until filled
The Truman Public School has the following positions open:
6th Grade Teacher - scroll down for more information.
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Food Service
Substitute Paraprofessional
Please consider us and apply by using the link above.
We will continue to accept applications and interview until the position is filled. All other interview times will be by pre-set appointment. Please call 507-776-2111 to get an application. If you have other questions, please contact Superintendent Lisa Shellum at the number above or by e-mailing shelluml@truman.k12.mn.us
Thank you for applying, we look forward to meeting you.
WELCOME APPLICANTS
See below for current job openings:
Truman Public School Elementary 6th Grade Opening
Date of Availability: 08/1/2026
Date Closing: Open Until Filled
The Truman Public School has an opening for 6th grade for the 2026-27 school year.
We are looking for educators with a strong emphasis on student centered teaching and
building relationships with students and families.
A Minnesota elementary education teaching license is required.
Truman Public School is located in southern Minnesota. The community has a
population of around 1000 residents. The community is very proud of the district,
although small it has been able to sustain and grow. Our teaching staff travel within a
60 mile radius one way to teach in our school because of the positive climate and team
approach to educating our students. They have found our school to be a district of
choice while working with administration and a staff that prioritizes students, families
and has strong educational priorities. The district has approximately 240 students from
pre-school to 12 th grade. The class sizes are around 15-20 students. There are many
students open-enrolled to the district for various reasons. TPS boasts its own special
education department and is not required to be a member of a special education
cooperative. This is attractive to families who want to know all of their children’s
teachers and keep everything in one district. The district partners with the Mankato
Clinic for OT/PT and neighboring cooperatives for specialty positions such as speech
and school psychologist. The district also partners with the South Central Service
Cooperative for services. Our teachers are highly respected by the students,
community and the board of education.
The Truman Public School offers the following salary/benefit packages.
● Pay is equivalent or than surrounding schools. The district welcomes applicants with
MA degrees or higher. The district helps to pay for graduate courses when required
by the district.
● $1500 lane change increase in wage every 10 semester credits
● Teacher Mentorship Program
● Professional Development opportunities with stipends
● Summer School teaching opportunities with additional salary
● Health Insurance board benefit that results in zero cost depending on plan picked for
health insurance.
● Options for Health, Life, Dental, long/short term disability, hospitalizatio, cancer, other
insurances
● Coaching opportunities
● District contribution to 403b plan beginning in year 1
● HSA contribution of $1,750 beginning in year 1
● 15 sick days, 3 personal days with the option to get paid out for 2 at the end of each
school year.
TPS is looking for a candidate that has a passion for teaching. Certification in LETRS,
OL&LA or CARIAL (preferred, but not required, the district will offer and pay a stipend),
We are looking for an educator that has an understanding of how to work with whole
group and small group instruction, an understanding of how interventions in whole
group or small group work within the core classroom, strong communication skills and
above all, the love of teaching. If you have any questions related to the
position, please feel free to contact:
● Superintendent/Principal/Special Education Director: Lisa Noren Shellum.
shelluml@truman.k12.mn.us or call 507-776-2111 and leave a message for a return
phone call.
Application Procedure:
● Visit our website at Truman.k12.mn.us / employment link.
● You will be able to upload the required documents on this link.
● Please submit the following: a current resume, transcripts (if less than 5 years of
teaching experience) and 3 letters of recommendation.
● We look forward to your application.
CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION
You will need to upload the following:
Current Resume
3 Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts if taught less than 5 years
Current Minnesota Teaching License or Letter stating when you will get this document.
Substitute Teaching at TPS: Please fill out online application above or download paper application HERE
You will need to upload the following or explain on the application.
Current Minnesota teaching license
OR
Interested applicants holding a 4 year college degree without a teaching license may also apply to substitute teach at TPS. Include information regarding your college degree and interest in applying to Lisa Gravlin: gravlinl@truman.k12.mn.us
To Apply for a SHORT CALL Substitute teaching license in Minnesota Click HERE for the link to the
Minnesota Department of Education Licensing Department.
Please look at postings on EDPOST - ST. CLOUD UNIVERSITY
Hiring Bonus plus EXCELLENT benefit package including district paid 100% single health insurance policy
Substitute Teachers: Please fill out application and or e-mail copy
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