Substitute Teacher

St. Paul, MN

This is a permanent posting to fill intermittent needs for subbing and temporary assignments for applicants living in St Paul, Minneapolis or surrounding metro. The applicant pool will be reviewed intermittently (every 2-3 months) as needs align.

We are calling for teachers and educators for our sub list and for temporary assignments in the field of adult education and ESL (English as a Second Language) in Minneapolis and St. Paul.  Both in-person (AM/PM) and online (AM) subbing opportunities are on offer.

Organizational Background: Literacy Minnesota is a nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing the power of learning through education, community building and advocacy. Our team provides direct services and strengthens literacy programs in Minnesota and beyond by providing training, national service resources and technical assistance to other organizations.

Position Overview: This is a great opportunity for those looking for flexible, occasional opportunities to teach adults as well as support volunteer class assistants, with longer assignments often available. For those considering adult education as a career or hobby, this can be a great entry point for exploration.

Candidates may specify the schedule and location preference between our Minneapolis and St Paul campuses. There are also a few options for those with comfort/experience teaching online via Zoom (AM only). All assignments are voluntary for subs to accept or decline depending on schedule and interest. No hours are guaranteed. 

Training, coaching, curriculum and support are provided for hired subs. We have in-person needs in the morning, afternoon and evening, mainly Mondays -Thursdays, year-round. Our Online needs are in the AM only, mainly Monday through Thursday.

Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have some experience teaching and/or working in an education setting (volunteer experience counts too) as well as an interest in working with adult ESL learners and volunteer teachers.

  • Preferred: A teaching license or degree, TEFL/TESOL certificate, or other teaching qualification is great but not required.
  • Reliable transportation is required for in-person assignments in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
  • Reliable internet/device access is required for online teaching assignments.

JOB CODE: 1000022