ESL Teacher: Collaborative Language Access & Growth

Saint Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Sick leave

Pension plan

Tax-free retirement account

Flexible spending account

Vacation

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Saint Paul Public Schools in Saint Paul, MN, is seeking a licensed English as a Second Language teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires a Minnesota ESL license and experience with EL settings.

You will work with ELL staff and mainstream teachers to provide language supports and align with state standards. Strong collaboration and cultural responsiveness are essential.

This 10-month assignment offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• A valid teaching license in English Second Language (K-12), issued by the Minnesota Department of Education/PELSB.
• Successful teaching experience in EL settings.
• Familiarity with multicultural, gender and disability-fair interdisciplinary curricula.

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 that provides language supports to ensure that English Learners are able to access the core curriculum.
• 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 benefits of ELL services.
• Work effectively with students, staff, community members and parents from various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Identify students at the site who qualify for EL services as needed when not identified by Placement Center.
• Participate and coordinate, if needed, in training on effective ELL strategies.
• Deliver and implement ELL services in accordance with EL District service models.
• Assist the ELL Director in the collection and maintenance of necessary records/information.
• 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.

Skills

EL teaching

Collaboration

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Minnesota ESL license (K-12)

Job description

Saint Paul Public Schools in Saint Paul, MN, is seeking a licensed English as a Second Language teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires a Minnesota ESL license and experience with EL settings.

You will work with ELL staff and mainstream teachers to provide language supports and align with state standards. Strong collaboration and cultural responsiveness are essential.

This 10-month assignment offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.