Human Resources

teachers • media specialists • counselors • school psychologists • speech and language pathologists • social workers • occupational therapists • physical therapists • school nurses

Certified Staff Positions

Certified staff positions include teachers, Special Education teachers, media specialists, counselors, school psychologists, speech and language pathologists, social workers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and more! Each of these positions helps to ensure our students learn, grow and excel!

Competitive Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits program to employees in our district, which includes medical, dental and vision benefits, state retirement programs, retirement funding through a 403(b) program, paid time off as well as life and long term disability insurance. Detailed information regarding salary and benefits are included with the Teacher Master Agreement.

• Teacher Master Agreement 2021-23
• Medical Coverage:
  • Plan A - $2,700 Deductible
    • Summary of Benefits Coverage
    • Summary Plan Description
  • Plan B - $4,000 Deductible
    • Summary of Benefits Coverage
    • Summary Plan Description
  • Premiums for Teachers, Classified Management &  Management Team 
  • Premiums for Food & Nutrition Services, Admin Support, Student Engagement, Paraprofessionals, Facilities & Transportation and Outreach Workers 

Professional Development

As an educational institution, we are not only committed to student learning but are also dedicated to providing highly impactful, thoughtful professional development for our staff. Educators will find an array of options and support in our district. District-level professional learning days provide support and growth on district goals. Building-level professional learning days provide timely and strategic opportunities to grow in your ability to support the students you see each day. Woven into this are online modules, funding for conferences, webinars and other pathways for the individual teacher to continue their professional growth.

Substitute Teachers

We know that substitute teachers can have a major impact on student performance in our schools and play an important role in continuing the learning for our students. We are committed to hiring high-quality substitute teachers with a current Minnesota State teaching license or individuals who have a Bachelor's degree and experience working with youth who are willing to obtain a short call substitute teacher license.  

In order to be considered for a substitute position, please complete an application in Applitrack, our online application system. We will then contact you to set up an appointment to train you on substituting in Richfield including how to use Frontline, our automated substitute system. They will also have you complete the necessary new hire paperwork (W-4, I-9, criminal background check and direct deposit form).

Learn More About Substitute Teaching In RPS

Student Teachers

We partner with local colleges and universities to provide a variety of student teaching opportunities and field experience hours. We believe that these experiences provide student teachers with important real-world insight into the field of education.  Click the button below to learn more about student teaching in our district and request a placement with one of our highly-qualified educators.

Student Teaching in RPS

New Teachers

Mentoring Program: Teachers who are new to the profession (two years or fewer in the field) are provided with a mentor for their first two years through our very supportive mentoring program. Our mentors are provided with extensive training and guidance to help support our new teachers. New-to-profession teachers meet with mentors regularly to discuss strategies, best practices, feedback on instruction and to collaborate. 

Opportunities to Collaborate: All educators participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) where student-focused collaboration thrives. Not only will new teachers find support in these groups, but their input will be highly valued. 

Professional Development: Richfield School District is dedicated to providing highly impactful, thoughtful professional development. Educators will find an array of options and support in our district. District-level professional learning days provide support and growth on district goals. Building-level professional learning days provide timely and strategic opportunities to grow in your ability to support the students you see each day. Woven into this are online modules, funding for conferences, webinars and other pathways for the individual teacher to continue their professional growth. We also offer Learning Academies under the Q Comp umbrella. Learning Academies are facilitated by staff after school, and cover a wide range of topics each year, such as technology, social-emotional learning, teacher self-care and equity. Participants are paid hourly for attendance. 

New Staff Academy: This is our version of a new hire orientation. You will be provided with an overview and introduction to our curriculum, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), professional development, district technology, benefits and more. You will also receive your building orientation at this time. Teachers who are new to the profession will receive an overview of the district mentor program and meet with their mentors.

superintendent • principals • directors • specialists • coordinators • administrators • supervisors

Leadership Positions

Leadership positions in Richfield Public Schools include...     and more! Each of these positions helps to ensure our students learn, grow and excel!

Competitive Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits program to employees in our district that includes medical, dental and vision benefits, state retirement programs, retirement funding through a 403(b) program, paid time off as well as life and long term disability insurance.  Detailed information regarding salary and benefits are included with the employment contracts and/or handbooks.

• Classified Management Team Handbook
• Management Team Handbook
• Superintendent Contract
• Medical Coverage:
  • Plan A - $2,700 Deductible
    • Summary of Benefits Coverage
    • Summary Plan Description
  • Plan B - $4,000 Deductible
    • Summary of Benefits Coverage
    • Summary Plan Description
  • Premiums for Teachers, Classified Management &  Management Team 

Professional Development

As an educational institution, we are not only committed to student learning, but the growth and development of our employees to ensure we all have the training and skills to be highly effective in our work as well as opportunities for career development.  Depending on the position, large and small group training, opportunities for collaboration as well as individual coaching and mentoring providing opportunities for staff to engage in their own growth and development.
 

paraprofessionals • school bus drivers • nutrition services staff • secretaries • maintenance and custodial team members • school health assistants • technology team members

Classified Staff Positions

Classified staff positions include paraprofessionals, school bus drivers, nutrition services staff, secretaries, maintenance and custodial team members, school nurses, technology team members and more! Each of these positions helps to ensure our students learn, grow and excel!

Competitive Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits program to employees in our district that includes medical, dental and vision benefits, state retirement programs, retirement funding through a 403(b) program, paid time off as well as life and long term disability insurance.  Detailed information regarding salary and benefits are included with the employment contracts.

• Administrative and Management Support Professionals Agreement  
• Facilities & Transportation Agreement (English | Spanish)
• Food and Nutrition Services Agreement (English | Spanish) (this is an updated, draft copy without signatures)
• Outreach Workers Agreement
• Paraprofessional Agreement
• Medical Coverage:
  • Plan A - $2,700 Deductible
    • Summary of Benefits Coverage
    • Summary Plan Description
  • Plan B - $4,000 Deductible
    • Summary of Benefits Coverage
    • Summary Plan Description
  • Premiums for Teachers, Classified Management &  Management Team 
  • Premiums for Food & Nutrition Services, Admin Support, Student Engagement, Paraprofessionals, Facilities & Transportation and Outreach Workers 

Professional Development

As an educational institution, we are not only committed to student learning, but the growth and development of our employees to ensure we all have the training and skills to be highly effective in our work as well as opportunities for career development.  Depending on the position, large and small group training, opportunities for collaboration as well as individual coaching and mentoring providing opportunities for staff to engage in their own growth and development.
 

AmeriCorps • VISTA • Promise Fellows • Reading Corps • Math Corps

We are proud to host a variety of AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA service roles in our District. Through serving, AmeriCorps members gain relevant experience in the education field and are eligible for an education award to pay for college, trade school or to help repay student loans. Richfield Public Schools is an excellent place to fulfill your AmeriCorps year of service! Contact our HR team for more information.