An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.
: Full-time, 1.0 FTE, English Learner positions available
WORK CALENDAR
Click link to view calendar with work days. 2026-2027
REA 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 salary schedule. REA Contract 2025-2027
QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required: English Learner RPS makes an effort to hire teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level. If you have questions about the job position, contact the hiring manager. Natalia Benjamin natalia.benjamin@rochesterschools.org If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4253 or email kyla.androli@rochesterschools.org
Required Skills:
Prior successful experience in urban, multicultural education desirable and language instruction. Demonstrates continued professional development through course work, research, peer collaboration, and/or job-embedded staff development. Working knowledge of the subject matter, classroom management techniques, current researched best practices and strategies, as well as students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective. Commitment to
Equity:
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. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
