Employment Opportunities

The Math and Science Academy (MSA) is a 2009 NCLB Blue Ribbon School that offers an excellent work environment supported by an exceptional professional staff.  In addition, we offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

Under Minnesota Statute, a charter school must employ or contract with necessary teachers, supervisory personnel, and support personnel, as defined by section 122A.15, who hold valid licenses to perform the particular service for which they are employed in the school. In addition, if a teacher employed by a district makes a written request for an extended leave of absence to teach at a charter school, the district must grant the leave. You also maintain your TRA benefits, since MSA is a public school.

Please note, effective August 1st 2024, a staff member eligible for an enrollment preference for their child, including a foster child, must be an individual employed at the school whose employment is stipulated in advance to total at least 480 hours in a school calendar year.  More information on Admission Requirement and Enrollment for charter school can be found here from MN Statute 145.E.11.  

Current Job Postings (apply at bottom of page)

MSA is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

General Education Paraprofessional

The Math and Science Academy is hiring a Second Semester General Education Paraprofessional to work on student contact days. This role provides educational support, based on system and student needs related to mathematics interventions. Required:  Bachelor of Science or Arts degree or a minimum of three years of paraprofessional experience with two years of education beyond high school. Candidates need to feel comfortable helping MSA students in grades 6 through 12 in mathematics.  Student contact days with a daily schedule to allow one-to-one or small group support, explanation, and/or reteaching as needed. Assigned students may be served in special education.  Estimated to work 9am-4pm, and approximately 37 hours per week.  Hours per week may change depending on student contact days. Pay is $20.12-28.82 per hour based on education and relevant experience. Read more. Click here to learn more about our benefits. 

Substitute Teachers For 2024-2025

Multiple positions for the 2024-25 school year are available. Requirements: a valid MN teaching license in any subject or a short call substitute teaching license, availability to work on short notice, and ability to follow teacher lesson plans. The rate of pay is $200-$225 per day. The duty day is 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Include names and contact information of three references in your cover letter. Letters of recommendation are not required to apply.  Proper licensure required prior to interview and offer. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Head Coach – Boys Volleyball
MSA is seeking a Head Boys Volleyball Coach for the 2025 season. This is a part-time position working with 7-12 grade boys. MSA did not have a team last year and is hoping to start a program this year. We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, and self-motivated individual to start up this program. Practice times will be after school or evenings. Experience working with middle and high-school students is preferred. All interested coaches should send a resume and letter of interest to Steve Hoemann at shoemann@mnmsa.org, or by going to the Math and Science Academy website. Season begins: March 2025.  Salary range- $2,300-2,800 based on experience. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Assistant Coach - Track & Field 
MSA is seeking an Assistant Track & Field Coach for the 2025 season, preferably with a background in jumps and field events. This is a part-time position supporting a co-ed team with athletes in grades 6-12. The Assistant Coach will help to administer workouts, manage meets and complete occasional administrative tasks. Must be available for most practices, 4pm-6pm, Monday through Friday. Experience working with middle- and high-school students is preferred. All interested coaches should send a resume and letter of interest to AD Steve Hoemann at shoemann@mnmsa.org or by going to the Math and Science Academy website. Season begins March 2025.  Pay is $2,000-2,400 based on experience. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Lunch Room Monitor- 5 days per week, 10-15 hours per week

The Lunch Monitor at MSA provides supervision and authority during the student lunch periods.  The Lunch Monitor assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the lunch areas. Student contact days from 11:00am-1:20pm.  Additional staff training/development days as assigned.  (approximately 10-15 hours per week). We are looking for individuals with a friendly, approachable personality.  Previous experience working with children or in a school setting.  Pay is $16 per hour. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Lunchroom Monitor Substitute (on-call/short notice)
The Lunch Monitor at MSA provides supervision and authority during the student lunch periods.  The Lunch Monitor assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the lunch areas. Schedule is 11am-1:20pm on student contact days.  We currently only have openings for substitutes that work to cover regularly scheduled lunch monitors or come in as an emergency substitute.  Pay is $16 per hour. Read more. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Parking Lot Monitor Substitute (on-call/short notice):
The Parking Lot Monitor will provide friendly and clear directions to all who enter the parking lot area to ensure a safe environment for MSA students, families, and staff. Part-time (1 hour a day (split shift) - 8:50am - 9:20am | 3:50pm - 4:20pm); student contact days only, as needed.  Pay is $20/hour. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Head Coach – Girls Swimming 2025 Fall Season

MSA is seeking a Head Girls Swimming Coach for the 2025 season. This is a part-time position working with a 7-12 girls’ swim team. The Head Coach will help to plan and administer practice, coach the Varsity and JV teams, and complete various administrative tasks. Must be available for practices and games starting at 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Experience working with middle- and high-school students is preferred. All interested coaches should send a resume and letter of interest to Activities Director Steve Hoemann at shoemann@mnmsa.org, or by going to the Math and Science Academy website. Season begins August 2025.  Pay is $3,300-3,600 based on experience. Click here to learn more about our benefits.