Part-Time Spanish Immersion Teacher, Grades 7-8

Rochester Public Schools ISD #535; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools seeks a part-time Spanish Immersion Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to teach Grade 7-8 students in Spanish Language Arts and Latin American Studies. The position is 0.2 FTE with prorated duties and calendar considerations.

The ideal candidate holds or is eligible for a Minnesota PELSB license in Spanish or Social Studies and will bring experience in middle school instruction, fostering bilingual learning and cultural awareness within the Spanish language curriculum.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area (Spanish or Social Studies)
• Experience teaching Grades 7-8 or similar age group
• Ability to teach Spanish Language Arts/Latin American Studies in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish Language Arts and Latin American Studies to Grade 7-8 students
• Deliver instruction in Spanish during class time
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and assessment of student progress

Skills

Spanish language instruction

Middle school teaching

Education

Minnesota teaching license (PELsb)

Job description

POSITION: Part-time, 0.2 FTE, Spanish Immersion Teacher positionavailable for the 2026-2027 school year.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:This teacher will be speaking in Spanish while instructing Grade 7-8 students. Subjects with include Spanish Language Arts/Latin American Studies.

WORK CALENDAR:Click link to view calendar with work days.

2026-2027 REA Calendar

SALARY: Prorated based on hire date.

Based on level of education andfull years of licensed teaching experience.

Click link below to review the 2025-2027 REA Contract containing salary schedule.

REA Contract 2025-2027

QUALIFICATIONS:Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required:Spanish, Social Studies

RPS makes an effort to hire teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level.

Hiring Manager:Chris Fogarty, Willow Creek Principal

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4253or [e-mail].

Commitment to Equity:

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve.We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information:To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visitwww.rochesterschools.org.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.