High School English-Language Arts Teacher, Long Term Substitute

River Falls School District is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and student-focused educator to join our team as a long-term substitute Language Arts teacher at River Falls High School, approximately December 7, 2026, through March 26, 2027. Courses include English 9, Speech, and Literature and Film.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about language arts education, values teamwork, and is committed to fostering student growth in reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Wisconsin English teacher license for grades 9-12 in the assigned area. The ideal candidate will have experience working with high school students.

River Falls High School is a community of care serving students to enable them to become their personal best. Our school is guided by four foundational pillars: Academic Growth, Social Emotional Growth, College and Career Readiness, and Moral and Performance Character.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Value a collaborative, team-based teaching environment
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Create an engaging classroom that supports a range of student learning needs
• Foster student confidence in writing, public speaking, and thoughtful discussion
• Demonstrate strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher and Language Arts department to ensure continuity of instruction

Curricular Responsibilities:

• Teach English 9, Speech, and Literature and Film
• Plan and deliver instruction aligned with established curriculum and learning goals
• Assess student learning and provide timely, meaningful feedback
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate with families
• Work with colleagues and student services staff to support student success

Applications will be screened as they are submitted and candidates may be contacted for interviews prior to the close date of the job posting.

RIVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT PROFILE

The School District of River Falls serves 3500 students in grades PK-12. The greater community of 15,000 residents is also home to a UW system college, technical college, and serves as a suburb to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. To learn more about our school and community visit: http://www.rfsd.k12.wi.us/district/employment-opportunities.cfm.

The School District of River Falls embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices that support our goal of a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Specifically, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, color, gender identity, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap.

In alignment to our values and Title IX legislation, we do not discriminate on the basis of sex. Any inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to either or both the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education or the Director of Human Resources, 852 E. Division Street, River Falls, WI 54022, (715) 425-1800, david.bell@rfsd.k12.wi.us.

If, because of a disability, you require the assistance of auxiliary aides or services in conjunction with the application process, or to request employment-related accommodations, please contact: jennifer.karras@rfsd.k12.wi.us or 715-425-1800 ext. 1101.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Applications will only be accepted online through the Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN)

2. A complete application will include:

a. WECAN application

b. Teacher Question Set

c. Cover letter addressed to Kit Luedtke, High School Principal

d. Resume

e. Two or more letters of reference preferably dated within the last two years

f. Transcripts