Description
Under the direction of the Director of Student Services and the Building Principal, the Licensed DAPE Teacher provides specially designed physical education instruction and services for students with disabilities. They adapt and modify activities to ensure full participation and support the development of lifelong health and fitness for students.
Requirements
Must have a MN Teaching License in the associated role Must be able to pass a background check Must have a Bachelor’s Degree
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All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check. |
Summary
March 9, 2026
Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of
DAPE Teacher.
Under the direction of the Director of Student Services and the Building Principal, the Licensed DAPE Teacher provides specially designed physical education instruction and services for students with disabilities. They adapt and modify activities to ensure full participation and support the development of lifelong health and fitness for students.
Position | DAPE Teacher |
Location | Multi Building |
Rate of Pay | Based upon credentials including Education and Experience as per Teacher Master agreement.
Bachelor’s Degree Range: $52,870 to $85,544 Master’s Degree Range: $60,558 to $91,310 Master’s + 40/PhD/PsyS/EdS/EdD Range: $68,246 to $93,232 |
Hours Per Day | 7.5 Hours Per Day |
Schedule (Approximately) | 7:30am - 3:30pm |
Working Days per Year | 182 Teacher Work Days, 2026-2027 School Year |
Benefits | Benefits may be prorated based upon start date. Information listed below is based upon a full school year in this position.
● $10,000 Health Insurance Contribution ● Single Dental Insurance ● $50,000 Life Insurance Policy ● $1,500 403b Matching Contribution ● Pension Plan - TRA (Teachers Retirement Association ● Multiple Voluntary Benefits including: ○ Short Term Disability ○ Long Term Disability ○ Accidental Death & Dismemberment ○ Supplemental Life Insurance ○ Medical Bridge ○ Accident Coverage ○ Critical Illness ○ Identity Theft ○ Vision ○ Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care) ● Paid Time Off ○ Personal Leave - 2 Days (3 days beginning step J) ○ Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 12 Days |
Bargaining Unit | |
Qualifications Required |
● Must have a MN Teaching License in the associated role ● Must be able to pass a background check ● Must have a Bachelor’s Degree
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Testing Required | All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check. |
How to Apply | Apply On-Line: Click Here |
Closing Date | Open until filled |