ML Teacher 0.2FTE - 26-27 SY

Independent School District 622 : North St. Paul - Maplewood - Oakdale; North Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent School District 622 in North St. Paul, Maplewood and Oakdale seeks an ML Teacher (0.20 FTE) to support multilingual learners.

The role focuses on assessing English reading, listening and speaking, supervising ML educational assistant staff, and promoting equal access to education. The ideal candidate holds a valid MN ESL K-12 license, meets READ Act PD requirements, brings cross-cultural experience, and communicates effectively with families while advancing language development

Qualifications

• Valid MN teaching license in ESL (K-12).
• Must meet MN READ Act PD requirements (e.g., LETRS, CORE OL&A, CAREIALL) or be able to complete such training.
• Cross-cultural experience required.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Proficiency in another language required.

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility for ML services by examining Home Language Questionnaires and student records.
• Supervise ML educational assistant staff.
• Advocate for students to ensure equal access to education by removing cultural barriers.
• Provide English language instruction across listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Provide access to academic content at students' ability level across the curriculum.
• Communicate with parents about progress and concerns.
• Maintain accurate student records and comply with laws and district policies.

Skills

MN ESL License

Cross-cultural experience

Organizational skills

Language proficiency

Job description

Position: ML Teacher (.20 FTE)
Work Schedule: hours/day, 194 duty days
Start Date: Fall 2026
Pay and Benefits: Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement - https://www.isd622.org/about/human-resources
Required Qualifications:

• Valid MN teaching license in English as a Second Language (K-12)
• Meet the professional development requirements of the MN READ Act. This requires having already completed an MDE-approved professional development program (e.g., LETRS, CORE OL&LA, CAREIALL) or the ability to complete such training independently.
• Cross-cultural experience
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency in another language

Responsibilities:

• Determine eligibility for ML services by examining Home Language Questionnaires, cumulative files and standardized test scores; talking with teachers and parents; assessing English reading, listening and speaking
• Supervise ML educational assistant staff
• Advocate for students and ensure equal access to educational opportunities by removing cultural barriers through communication and by providing the same quality of staff, materials and facilities used by mainstream students
• Provide opportunities for students to learn English by utilizing all resources, providing instructional feedback, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and by instructing in the four language skill areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing
• Provide students access to academic content at their ability level across the curriculum
• Guide students' personal and social development within and outside the ML setting by establishing rules/procedures and by exposing them to cultural nuances
• Encourage students' first and second cultural development by using multicultural tests and books, and by talking/writing a comparison of cultures
• Communicate with parents through progress reports and addressing questions/concerns
• Maintain accurate student records
• Comply with federal, state and district legal requirements
• Maintain professional/technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Contribute to school system's effectiveness by: identifying, addressing and assisting with issues that arise; maintaining a safe, quiet and positive working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations; and by coordinating workspace and time schedule with principal and other staff

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.
ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

If you have any questions or would like to follow up on your application, please contact Lynne Johnson at: 651-621-1900 or [e-mail]