2026-27 Latino Consent Decree Teacher Pool

Saint Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 58,584 - 111,399; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

A public school district in Saint Paul is seeking an ESL LCD Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves teaching English as a second language to diverse students while integrating cultural and linguistic contexts into the curriculum. Qualified candidates must hold a valid teaching license and demonstrate strong bilingual communication skills in Spanish and English. Collaborative work with other educators is essential. Salary ranges from $58,584 to $111,399, with comprehensive benefits offered after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid teaching license in English Second Language.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required.

Responsibilities

• Teach English as a second language through all four language skills.
• Develop and implement support for diverse ELL students.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers to create effective instructional programs.

Skills

Bilingual communication skills (Spanish and English)

Ability to connect with diverse students and communities

Education

Valid teaching license in English Second Language (K-12)

Job description

General Information

Saint Paul Public Schools is currently seeking ESL LCD Teachers for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The ELL Program provides students with English Language Acquisition Instruction, connects students and families with the whole school community, and provides staff with training on effective academic instruction for English Language Learners.

The Latino Consent Decree (LCD) is a program that provides specific educational service for Hispanic/Latino students. The main goal of the program is to help Latino students achieve academic success in school. A cultural component is also part of the curriculum, helping students learn about and develop a deep understanding of the Latino history and culture.

The Human Resource Department will review your qualifications and may contact you for an interview. Candidates who are interviewed and selected for the candidate pool may be considered for vacancies throughout the district as they occur. Schools that have vacancies utilize the pool to conduct school level interviews and make hiring decisions.

Candidates selected for the pool may remain in the pool for a minimum of one year. If you are licensed in multiple subject areas, you should indicate the areas for which you wish to be considered.

The pool is intended to recruit new teachers. Current tenured teachers in St. Paul who wish to be considered for vacancies should apply for positions through the District's interview and selection process.

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid teaching license in English Second Language (K-12), issued by PELSB.
• Bilingual communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) in Spanish and English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience.
• Balanced Literacy and Writer's Workshop trained.
• Excellent organizational, planning and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with multicultural, gender and disability‑fair interdisciplinary curricula.
• Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and learning styles as well as teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student learning styles and abilities.
• Ability to work productively with persons from various ethnic and socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Ability to integrate the ESL curriculum with other subject matters.
• Ability to incorporate high order thinking skills in all subject areas.
• Ability and willingness to provide leadership in curriculum planning, integration and program development.
• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and collaboratively with staff, community and administration.

Responsibilities

• Teach English as a second language through reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
• Work cooperatively with team members including other ELL staff and mainstream teachers to provide a coordinated instructional program for EL and LCD students that reflects linguistic and cultural aspects of students’ lived experience.
• Develop and maintain multicultural, gender and disability‑fair language supports that support the curriculum of the school.
• Develop and implement innovative methods for serving students in a school with a flexible schedule and multiple collaborations.
• Support the State of Minnesota Graduation Standards and content area packages to promote curriculum in the school.
• Assist parents in understanding the education program/system offered by the district and the progress of their students.
• Communicate, develop and maintain strong relationships with other staff, parents, community in explaining the purpose and effectiveness of ELL services.
• Work effectively with students, staff, community members and parents from various ethnic and socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Seek community input to develop a curriculum that reflects the diversity of students.
• Provide EL services in occurrence with service model.
• Participate and coordinate, if needed, in training on effective ELL strategies.
• Assist ELL director in the delivery and implementation of ELL programs.
• Assist the ELL director in the collection and maintenance of necessary records/information.
• Assist in the assessment of LCD students.
• Assist in the development of LCD supports at both the building and District level.
• Provide leadership and demonstrate willingness to seek and provide professional growth and development in the area of language acquisition.
• Attend district meetings and workshops.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Attend monthly LCD events.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge about the linguistic and cultural differences which may affect EL students and their parents.
• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with EL students and their parents.
• Ability or willingness to function in a team teaching role.
• Ability to develop and/or adapt curriculum to be suitable for EL students.
• Ability to connect with LCD parents and community in a culturally respectful way.
• Knowledge of the different Latinx populations in the SPPS school systems.
• Knowledge of issues impacting the Latinx community in SPPS.

Work Schedule, Pay, And Benefits

This is a 10-month position working 40 hours per week.

Pay range for this position is: $58,584 - $111,399

Maximum hiring step = Step Twenty (20)

The full salary schedule is listed in the Teachers contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found at this link and by selecting the "Teachers" Labor agreement.

Benefit information for this position can be found at this link and by selecting the "Teachers - Full Time" link.

Benefits are available to new employees after 30 days of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, life insurance, sick leave, pension plan, tax‑free retirement account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, dental insurance and disability insurance.

How To Apply

To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application. The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.

To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.

Other Information

Transcript – Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post‑secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Veteran's Preference – If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.

Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks – Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

EQUITY STATEMENT

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.