ABE ESL Instructor

SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 is hiring a part-time Adult ESL Instructor starting August 2026 at the Dean Lakes Education Center in Shakopee, MN. The district serves students across 11 member and 8 associate districts in the southwestern Twin Cities metro area, offering programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education.

About the role

This position involves 185 contract days, working 8 hours per day. You will empower adult English learners through personalized, student-centered instruction in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach adult English learners using a scaffolded, student-centered curriculum.
• Collaborate with instructors, community education staff, and administrators.
• Adapt lessons to meet learners' language levels, goals, and cultural experiences.
• Help learners build skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing for everyday life, work, and continued education.
• Plan and deliver instruction in core content areas as defined by the state of Minnesota, focusing on English Language for non-native populations.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and monitor student attendance.
• Maintain student records.

Requirements

• Experience working with multicultural populations and English language learners preferred.
• Minnesota Teaching License in English Language Learners K-12 preferred.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and multiple instructional designs.
• Proficient and effective computer skills.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Ability to build successful relationships with students and staff.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with teams.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $56,076–$103,000, based on education and experience, and will be prorated based on FTE.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA option.
• Dependent Care FSA.
• Generous sick time and personal time off.
• Basic life insurance and AD&D.
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a district dollar-for-dollar match.
• TRA/PERA (Pension Plan).
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pet insurance.