QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in education required.
2. Qualify, at time of hire, for State of Delaware certification as an Elemetary Teacher (1521) required.
3. Dual certification as a Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities (1571) required or Alternative Route to Certification (ARTC) eligible required.
4. Applicant must demonstrate a level of knowledge and/or experience appropriate to the position.
5. Favorable criminal background and child protection registry check for the candidate offered employment required.
6. Tuberculin test required.
7. Participation in Direct Deposit required.
TERMS OF 1. 10 month position - Salary based on State and local salary schedule
EMPLOYMENT: 2. Benefits in accordance with current Laurel Board policy
APPLICATION 1. Letter of Interest 4. Evidence of certification
PROCEDURE: 2. Resume' 5. College transcripts
3. District Application 6. Three letters of professional reference
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**Current emloyees only need to submit a letter of interest; however, supporting documentation regarding skills, experience and/or training is preferred.
MAILING Laurel School District
ADDRESS Attention Judy Evans
1160 South Central Avenue
Laurel, DE 19956
DATE POSTED: July 20, 2026
CLOSING DATE: All documents must be received by 12:00 noon on July 28, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw any or all positions. The District reserves the right to modify and/or delete any possible vacancy at its discretion for this position. An open and continuous search process will be conducted until this position is filled. The Laurel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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