Job Description

Bargaining Unit: Duluth Federation of Teachers, Local 692, A.F.T. https://www.isd709.org/departments/human-resources/bargaining-unit-contracts

FTE: 1.0 FTE

Fiscal Year: 2026-2027

*This position will range in salary starting at $45,730.00-$91,134.00/ annually

Duluth Public Schools is seeking a 1.0 FTE Transportation teacher for the upcoming school year. Courses taught may include auto service and repair, power mechanics, hybrid engines,

and others. The program has an auto lab and operates the school auto maintenance and repair

school based enterprise. Teach automotive skills to high school students within a nationally certified program. Programs include Brakes and Engines, Transmissions and Suspension and Advanced. Teacher will direct a technical tutor paraprofessional to supervise and guide students. Teacher will need to be able to effectively plan and deliver lessons, supervise students, communicate with students, families and staff. Teacher will be able to maintain financial records including purchasing supplies and parts, accurately billing customers for service and maintaining all records.

Why Duluth?

• We will build on our shared beliefs and values of unity, high achievement and responsible use of resources to create Duluth Public Schools and classrooms that are safe, supportive and inclusive.
• We will work to inspire every student to achieve their potential, and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives as citizens of Duluth and the wider world.
• Working together as educators, parents and citizens, we can make a difference for every student, every day.

Qualifications:

• The teacher will also advise the school's SkillsUSA program. Candidates must have a Transportation Careers (300700) teaching license or a relevant industry certification/license, degree, or five years of industry experience related to transportation, logistics, distribution, or aviation. Additionally, the Work-Based Learning (WBL) endorsement (160000) is preferred but not required.

Application Procedure:

• Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/duluth/onlineapp/default.aspx
• External Applicants must complete the online application and include the following documents: Cover Letter, Resume, Transcripts, and (3) Letters of Recommendation to be considered for this position.
• You will be notified by Frontline, if selected for an interview.

Benefits:

Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement

• Single Coverage � District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually
• Family Coverage � District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00 into HRA annually

Dental Plan

• Single Coverage � District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)
• Family Coverage � District pays 25% of Premium

Life Insurance

• District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance

Long Term Disability

• District-provided at no cost to employee

Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts

Retirement

• The District contributes 7.25% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan.
• Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options.

Time Off

• Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, please email certifiedhr@isd709.org or contact the Certified Human Resources line at 218-336-8721.