Position Type:
Teacher/ESL
Date Posted:
6/13/2025
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.
Join Our Team at Adult Options in Education!
Adult Options in Education (AOIE) is a collaborative, innovative adult education program serving learners across Hopkins, St. Louis Park, Minnetonka and Wayzata Schools. We're passionate about creating welcoming, inclusive classrooms where adult learners can build the English language skills they need to thrive at work, at home, and in the community.
We're currently seeking a dedicated Low Intermediate ESL teacher to join our program ( Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM ) at our Hopkins site, located in the vibrant Eisenhower Community Center.
At AOIE, you'll join a supportive team of professionals who care deeply about equity, learner voice, and collaboration. We offer structured planning time, professional development opportunities, and a meaningful chance to make a difference in adults' lives every day. Come teach, connect, and grow with us!
Responsibilities : Teach English as a Second Language (ESL) to adults focusing on the language domains of listening, pronunciation/speaking, reading, writing and grammar as a part of student-based learning;
Prepare ESL lessons that integrate English Language proficiency competencies as measured by CASAS and TABE.
Analyze student needs, assess progress with the Individual Learning Plan/CASAS/TABE assessments, as mandated by MDE and Adult Options In Education.
Use appropriate techniques for individual learning styles
Provide for individual as well as group learning by use of computer-assisted instruction or other methods preferred by the adult learner
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, reasons for leaving, etc.
Participate in Adult Options In Education Collaborative Team Time, Community Education and District kick-offs and staff meetings as assigned by Assistant Director
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: Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field and current Minnesota Teaching Certificate
Knowledge of adult learning theories and development
Experience teaching adult ESL
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Ability to supervise volunteers 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
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed in a school environment, using standard equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a school setting.
Hours & Compensation:
0.28 FTE or 70 days.
HEA Union Contract
Range: BA Step 1- $33.92
MA Step 1- $36.55
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE