ESL Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

An English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing non-native English students in reading, writing, and conversational English. They utilize engaging teaching methods to develop students' English grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and English comprehension skills. These educators design lesson plans, conduct assessments to monitor student progress, and modify instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs. Additionally, ESL teachers often assist students in assimilating into a new culture and navigating the school system, which may involve collaborating with other teachers, school staff, and parents.

ESL Teachers should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, creativity in teaching methods, and a strong understanding of language teaching pedagogy. A bachelor's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or a related field is typically required. However, many schools prefer candidates with a master's degree in TESOL or Applied Linguistics. In addition to their degree, ESL teachers should have a state teaching license and an ESL teaching certification like the TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA. Prior to becoming an ESL teacher, individuals may have held roles such as a classroom teacher, a tutor, or a teaching assistant.

1-15 of 18 Jobs

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 4/12/2025 English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher JobID: 17547 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ESL Teacher Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: District Wide Date Available: August...

ESL Teacher - 2025-26

  • Anoka, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Licensed - ESL/ ESL Teacher - Elementary School Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Champlin Brooklyn Park Academy Closing Date: 04/14/2025    ESL Teacher Part-Time - 2025-26 school...

Teacher, ESL

  • Little Canada, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Canada, MN
  • 10 days ago

Develops, implements, and evaluates curriculum; establishes learning objectives; prepares and evaluates lesson plans; evaluates and selects instructional resources and/or specialized resources; adapts...

ESL Teacher

  • Burnsville, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Burnsville, MN
  • 16 days ago

ESL Teacher JobID: 9914 Position Type: High School Teaching/ESL Date Posted: 3/28/2025 Location: Burnsville High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District 191...

.8 ESL Teacher

  • Burnsville, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Burnsville, MN
  • 18 days ago

.8 ESL Teacher JobID: 9682 Position Type: High School Teaching/ESL Date Posted: 10/30/2024 Location: Burnsville High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Burnsville-Eagan-Savage District...

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year

  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • 20 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • 20 days ago

Openings as of 3/28/2025 English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year JobID: 17363 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ESL Teacher Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: District...

ESL Teacher - 2024-25

  • Anoka, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 22 days ago

Position Type: Licensed - ESL/ ESL Teacher - Elementary School Date Posted: 3/24/2025 Location: Jefferson Elementary School Closing Date: 03/31/2025    ESL Teacher Full Time - 2024-25 school...

Summer Star Program - ESL Teacher

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 28 days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 28 days ago

Position: Summer Stars Program Teacher (ESL) Location: Garlough Elementary School Hours: July 7, 2025- July 31, 2025 Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m Salary Range: $31.50 per hour Professional...

Minds in the Middle Summer Program ESL Teacher

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Position: Minds in the Middle Summer Program Teacher (ESL) Location: Two Rivers High School Hours: July 7, 2025- July 31, 2025 Monday - Thursday 7:25 a.m. - 12:15 p.m....

ESL Teacher

  • Hopkins, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hopkins, MN
  • 60+ days ago

for certification and have a minimum of one-year experience as a K-12 ESL teacher....

ABE Instructor - ESL

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 60+ days ago

teacher pay schedule Benefits: N/A Summary : Conducts appropriate level of instruction for adult students in the areas of Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language in person Advanced level ESL...

ESL Teacher

  • Anoka, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Licensed - ESL/ ESL Teacher - Elementary School Date Posted: 8/8/2024 Location: Monroe Elementary School Closing Date: 02/19/2025    ESL Teacher Part-Time - 2024-25 school year...

ESL Teacher

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/ ESL Teacher Date Posted: 1/9/2025 Location: Friendly Hills Middle School    We strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader...

Summer Teachers - ESL - 6-8

  • Anoka, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 90+ days ago

SITES: Anoka Middle, Coon Rapids Middle, Jackson Middle, Northdale Middle (includes Roosevelt Middle), Oak View Middle MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires current ESL License....

Summer Teachers - ESL for Targeted Services

  • Anoka, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 90+ days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current MN ESL Teaching License. Must be physically working in the building....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for ESL Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

ESL Teachers in Minnesota offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.7%
Doctorate Degree
28.1%
Bachelor's Degree
18.5%
High School or GED
2.1%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by ESL Teachers in Minnesota
2-4 years
34.2%
None
27.7%
1-2 years
22.4%
Less than 1 year
12.0%
4-6 years
3.7%


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