Teacher - English Language; EL - Adult Basic Education; Lake

Job Details

• Position Type:
  Community Education/Adult Basic Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 5/4/2026
• Location:
  
  Community Education

Instructor - English Language (EL) - Adult Basic Education

Expected

Location:

ABE at Liberty Elementary School, Big Lake

Part‑Time Position

T/Th 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Start Date:
August 1, 2026

WEST ABE is a consortium of educational sites within school districts and four county jails to help adults acquire basic skills. Monticello is the fiscal agent. This position involves providing direct instruction to adults in a multilevel adult EL program in Big Lake, evenings from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. (time can be adjusted) plus a 1.5‑hour prep per class. Up to 40 paid professional development hours are available annually.

Responsibilities will include providing direct instruction to adult students who are working to improve their English skills. Position also includes administering student assessments, returning student phone calls, monitoring student attendance, completing necessary student record‑keeping, and other duties as assigned.

Valid MN teaching license for teaching English as a Second Language, or a person who possesses a bachelor's or master’s degree in English as a second language, applied linguistics, or bilingual education. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to be flexible and function well in a busy environment. Ability to work as a team member. Computer experience and comfort with Internet, email, and Google apps preferred.

Must be physically working in the building/onsite.

Starting Hourly Wage: $28.31 per hour

Start Date:

Training immediately after hire

For further information, email julia.oneil.mn.us or call

• Current MN Teaching License required (will help to submit an OFP when hired)
• Previous experience teaching within an adult basic education program, experience providing online instruction, and working with diverse populations, preferred.
• Computer skills required, knowledge of MS Office/Google
• Strong leadership and time management skills are required
• Effective decision‑making skills while acting within the district policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students, families, and staff
• Experience working with diverse students and families