Adult Basic Education ESL Teacher ~ Part Time

Classes held at TLLC Building, Farmington 
 
ABE/ESL position

Hours:
4 hours a day/2 days per week 
Tuesday and Thursday 4:15-8:15pm 
72 days per year

Position Summary:
The Adult Basic Education ESL Teacher provides English Language reading, writing, speaking, listening, and digital literacy instruction to adults 17 and older in accordance with ABE Content Standards; lesson planning for multiple levels; monitoring, adapting, and assessing student progress; assisting with intake; creating Individual Learning Plans; and collecting and recording attendance and all necessary information in a timely manner.

Primary Duties:
1. Teach ABE classes in accordance with Minnesota Department of Education Adult Basic Education Content Standards.
2. Create and develop daily lesson plans for students, volunteers, and substitute teachers, and provide daily direction for volunteers, using ABE curriculum.
3. Monitor and assist students in meeting their goals and making Measurable Skill Gains on
assessments and adapt as necessary.
4. Integrate digital literacy into lessons as appropriate.
5. Utilize state-approved distance learning platforms, assign lessons and homework, and integrate into regular instruction.
6. Teach individuals who have a wide range of first languages and formal education levels.
7. Collect, record and report student information in a timely manner.
8. Initiate and engage in regular, weekly student outreach and retention.
9. Communicate with students regarding any schedule changes.
10. Collaborate in a professional manner with ABE staff and volunteers to ensure that student and program needs and goals are met.
11. Assist ABE Manager with MDE and other reporting requirements related to instruction.
12. Participate in staff meetings and Professional Learning Communities as requested.
13. Participate in ABE professional development as assigned.
14. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
*Certified (license required): Current MN teaching license or a bachelor’s or master’s degree in English as a second language, applied linguistics, or bilingual education, or a related degree as approved by the commissioner, per Minnesota State Statute 122A.26.
*Bachelor’s Degree
*Experience teaching adults and/or working with English learners and diverse populations preferred

Application Deadlines:

Applications accepted until position is filled 

Application Procedures:

Applicants please apply online.