Masters In Tesol Jobs in Minneapolis, MN (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Support Staff
Date Posted:
9/3/2026
Location:
Adult Options In Education
At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
Beginning ESL Teacher
Adult Options In Education
Come join an incredible community of adult Multilingual Learners and English Language Learning Instructors at Adult Options in Education, Hopkins!
Description:

• Teach English as a Second Language (ESL) to adults including listening, pronunciation/speaking, reading, writing and grammar as a part of student-centered classroom;
• Align instruction to MN ABE Content Standards (CCRS, ACES/TIF, NorthStar Digital Literacy);
• Analyze student needs and assess progress with CASAS/TABE assessments;
• Use appropriate techniques for individual learning styles;
• Coordinate volunteer-student assignments by determining selection of materials, supervising student's progress, and assessing needs and performance;
• Responsible for record keeping for class and for accurately recording attendance, student progress, etc;.
• Participate in staff meetings, instructional collaborative time, & professional development;
• Manage classroom and learning labs to facilitate learning and retention of students;
• Maintain levels of training criteria established by State Department of Education;

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience teaching adult English language learners with expertise in pre-literacy and low level ESL
• Strong digital literacy and computer skills. Ability to teach in an on-line platform such as Google Meet.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to supervise and work well with others
• Ability to assume initiative in problem solving
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent record keeping skills
• Ability to manage time and responsibilities
• Demonstrated history of racial equity work and focus on increasing racial awareness
• Bachelor Degree in Education and current Minnesota Teaching License (a district-sponsored Tier 1 License may be obtainable)
• Masters in TESOL preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and move about the classroom for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs (books, materials, equipment).
• Must be able to project voice and communicate clearly to groups of students.

Teaching Positions:
Hopkins ABE Site: Eisenhower Community Center
November 17, 2026 - June 3rd, 2027
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Tuesdays/Thursdays
4.5 hours/day including prep time
9 hours/week, 50 days/year
Salary: Hopkins Education Association Contract
Hourly range $34.95-$49.06
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE