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Rochester Public Schools
Adult Basic Education Teacher - Part-Time - #117034
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What they do
An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$53,638 / year median in Minnesota
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Adult Basic Education Teacher
- Part-Time
- #117034 Rochester Public Schools
- 3.4 Rochester, MN Job Details Part-time $37.69
- $49.
POSITION
: Part-Time, 3 hours per day, 2 days per week, for 6 total contact hours per week. 15 minutes of flexible prep time paid per contact hour, for up to 1.5 hours per week 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM as preferred, but morning schedule may be accommodated; Monday & Tuesday, Tuesday and Wednesday or Monday and Wednesday
REPORTS TO
: Leslie Haack, Community Ed Program ManagerWORK CALENDARS
Click link to view calendars with work days. 2026-2027 ESL/ABE Teacher Calendar SALARY:
Prorated based upon hire date. Based on level of education and full years of licensed teaching experience. Click link below to review the 2025-2027 REA Contract containing ABE Teacher salary schedule. REA Contract 2025-2027 If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4270 or emailQUALIFICATIONS
Current appropriate Minnesota teaching license required: K-12 license or Adult Basic Education Teaching LicenseJOB SUMMARY
Prepare, develop, and provide Adult Basic Education coursework to learners of varying education levels in an adult correctional facility Monitor and respond to participant interests via registration kiosk and referrals Analyze individual educational needs to develop educational goals Individualize lessons and curriculum to most effectively meet participant needs Provide small group and one-on-one instruction to include reading, writing, math, science, and social studies instruction aligned with GED and College and Career Readiness Standards Create, maintain and update accurate student records in the Minnesota SiD database, including student profiles, attendance, achievements, academic goals, etc. Assist participants in planning for continuing education for after their release Administer pre- and post-testing according to program requirements
- in coordination with other staff members Work closely with jail staff to create and maintain a safe and secure learning environment Understand and respect cultural differences while providing culturally responsive services
QUALIFICATIONS
Minnesota ABE or K-12 license Bachelor's degree or higher in education or related field Two or more years experience with teaching or training adults Ability to work effectively and independently while communicating clearly and professionally in both spoken and written formats Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction to support learners with different abilities, learning styles, and disabilitiesPREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Experience working with adult learners toward GED Familiarity with College and Career Readiness Standards and Minnesota ABE policies Experience with standardized assessments, including CASAS Experience providing instruction in multiple areas, including science, mathematics, social studies, language arts, and computer literacy Experience working with learners from diverse cultural backgrounds and/or students in correctional education settings Experience using online learning platforms, such as IXL or Northstar Digital Literacy Commitment toEquity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.https:
//www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.District Information:
To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.Benefits
- Professional Development