Position Type:
Adult Education/Adult Education Teacher
Date Posted:
7/24/2026
Location:
Dean Lakes Education Center
SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has an opening for a part-time Adult ESL Instructor teacher beginning August 2026 at our Dean Lakes Education Center in Shakopee, MN.
SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 8 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.
Description:
Adult ESL Intructor,185 contract days, 8 hours a day
- Teach adult English learners using a student-centered, scaffolded curriculum
- Collaborate with a supportive team of instructors, community ed staff, and administrators
- Adapt lessons to meet learners' language levels, goals, and cultural experiences
- Help adult learners build skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing for everyday life, work, and continued education
Job Summary:
Provide instruction to student learners in the core content areas as defined by the state of Minnesota, and specifically English Language to non-native populations. Responsibilities include lesson planning and instruction, conducting ongoing assessment, monitoring student attendance, collaborating with other staff, and keeping student records.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with multicultural populations and English language learners preferred.
- Minnesota Teaching License in English Language Learners K-12 preferred.
- Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated instruction.
- Proficient and effective computer skills.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Ability to build successful relationships with students and staff.
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with teams.
Pay & Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $56,076-$103,000 based on education and experience and will be prorated based on the FTE. Available Benefits Competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HAS/FSA option
- Dependent Care FSA
- Generous Sick Time
- Personal Time Off
- Basic Life Insurance and AD& D
- Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
- 403(b) with a District dollar for dollar match
- TRA/PERA (Pension Plan)
- Long-Term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
Application Procedure:
Apply Online at swmetro.k12.mn.us/employment_opportunities
Selection Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled. Those selected for interviews will be contacted.