Employment opportunities

Applications for positions at Tri-County can be picked up at the District Office, by calling 218-436-2261 or by downloading and printing it using the link on this page.  Please mail or deliver completed applications, along with any other necessary information, to the Tri-County School District Office.
Current Openings
Scroll to read more detailed information about each of our open positions, which include: 
 • Transportation Director
 • 7-12th Grade Choral & Elementary Music Teacher
 • Elementary Teacher
 • Elementary Special Education Teacher
 • Bus Drivers
 • Paraprofessionals
 • Substitute Teachers
Transportation Director
Tri-County School is seeking a Transportation Director. Duties of this position include:

 • Organize bus routes
 • Basic mechanic work on all school vehicles.
 • check on up to date data on bus drivers
 • File all paperwork with the State of Minnesota
 • Handle discipline of Students on routes
 • Hire substitutes of bus drivers
 • Organize transportation for teachers and extra curricular
 • Check weather conditions and check bus routes to determine if school should go as scheduled.
 • Responsible for communication of transportation to office and staff.
 • Make sure all vehicles meet State Standards.
 • Make sure drivers have all their training each year.
 • Any other duties assigned by administration


To Apply - Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 letters of reference to:
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Tara Larson
P.O. Box 178 Karlstad, MN 56732
lartar@tricounty.k12.mn.us
7-12th Grade Choral & Elementary Music Teacher
Tri-County School is seeking a 7-12 Choral and Elementary Music teacher beginning the school year 2022-2023.  Candidates should have the ability to work as a team in planning and teaching to create a positive learning environment, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

A successful candidate will be an individual who: 
 •  Believes in embracing change and striving to be a lifelong learner
 •  Believes that we teach students- not subjects
 •  Believes that integrity, trust, compassion, and open communications are the foundation of an excellent educational community.
 •  Believes in personalized learning in order for each student to meet his or her individual needs.


To Apply - Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 letters of reference to:
​
Tara Larson
P.O. Box 178 Karlstad, MN 56732
lartar@tricounty.k12.mn.us
Elementary Teacher positions
Full-time Elementary Teacher positions for 2022-23

To Apply - Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 letters of reference to:
​
Tara Larson
P.O. Box 178 Karlstad, MN 56732
lartar@tricounty.k12.mn.us
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Tri-County School is seeking a Special Education teacher K-6 beginning the school year 2022-2023. Current LD, EBD, DD, ABS or ASD licensure preferred or the ability to obtain MN Licensure. Candidates should have the ability to work as a team in planning and teaching to create a positive learning environment, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

A successful candidate will be an individual who: 
 • Believes in embracing change and striving to be a lifelong learner
 • Believes that we teach students- not subjects
 • Believes that integrity, trust, compassion, and open communications are the foundation of an excellent educational community.
 • Believes in personalized learning in order for each student to meet his or her individual needs.

Please send Cover Letter, Resume, Letter of Recommendation and Application to:

Tara Larson
P.O. Box 178
Karlstad, MN 56732
lartar@tricounty.k12.mn.us
Bus Driver
Tri-County Schools in Karlstad, MN is seeking route Bus Drivers for the current school year.  Extra-curricular driving opportunities will also be available.  Duty times are approximately from 6:30-8:15 am and 2:45-4:30 pm.  Individual AM and PM routes available. Interested applicants should possess a Class B license or be willing to start the process upon being hired.  Applicants must also have the ability to pass a DOT physical.  The District will assist with obtaining the proper endorsement. 

For information, please contact Transportation Director Shawn Donarski at (218) 436-2261.

Applications may be obtained in person at Tri-County’s District Office, online at www.tricounty.k12.mn.us or by calling 218-436-2261.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Paraprofessional
Tri-County School in Karlstad is seeking Paraprofessionals for the 2022-23 school year. Preferred qualifications are 60 college credits OR an Associate's Degree (AA). However, the successful applicant can also take an aptitude test to meet educational requirements. Duties will include a mix of student supervision and academic support. If you enjoy working with children, please consider joining our educational team at Tri-County Public Schools.

Applications may be obtained in person at Tri-County Public School OR using the link above. Interested applicants should mail or email completed applications and supporting educational credentials to:
Tara Larson, HR Specialist
Tri-County Public Schools
PO Box 178
Karlstad, MN 56732
Attn: Paraprofessional Position
​OR email to: lartar@tricounty.k12.mn.us
Substitute Teachers
Interested applicants should talk to Tara Larson, HR/Payroll Specialist, at 218-436-2261 for more information.
Tri-County Public School District #2358 and the Northern Freeze Co-Op is an Equal Opportunity Employer.