Language & Life Skills Instructor
About the Minnesota Twins:
At the Minnesota Twins, we are driven by a singular purpose – to up the game, on the field and off. Unwavering in our commitment to deliver championships and be a force for good, our innovative, diverse and incredibly talented team is creating new ways to win, to uplift and to unite. We are proud to be Minnesota’s baseball team. We believe in our power to create positive change. We are setting the standard for a modern sports and entertainment brand that shapes a better tomorrow for all.
Position Summary:
We’re seeking an energetic, creative Language & Life Skills Instructor to deliver engaging English and Spanish language instruction to Minnesota Twins players and staff. Instructors may also support Latin American players with life skills and cultural integration. This seasonal, part-time role is based in Fort Myers and blends in-person and virtual teaching within a professional baseball environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Deliver 45‑minute language lessons (in-person and/or virtual) that are learner-centered, practical, that include elements of baseball.
- Collaborate with the Education team to support players and staff in their off-field development.
- Provide timely feedback; document attendance and progress in the department learning management system (LMS).
- Support and/or observe other instructors when scheduled; participate in training and staff meetings.
- Foster a professional, supportive environment that encourages immersion, experimentation, and practical practice to strengthen on- and off-field communication.
Schedule & Commitment:
- Availability: at least four 45-minute classes per week from start date through August; possible extension.
- Main class windows (ET): 4:30-8:00 PM (Mon-Thu), 10:30 AM-3:00 PM (Tue-Fri), with the potential for additional time slots.
- Classes, training, and development occur outside class windows.
Required Experience and Education:
- High school diploma; Bachelor's degree OR current college student with at least two years completed (education, linguistics, TESOL preferred).
- Experience teaching language learners; able to deliver effective and dynamic 45-minute lessons.
- Proficient with video conferencing, LMS, and digital assessment tools.
Preferred Experience and Education:
- Fluency in English and Spanish; bilingual candidates with the ability to teach without using the student's first language to explain the goal language are highly preferred.
- ESL/TESOL certification or coursework.
- Experience with TOEFL or similar adult proficiency testing.
- Experience in sports or athlete development environments.
- Familiarity with learner-centered frameworks (e.g., Quantum Learning) is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed.
- Comfortable in a busy facility with various noise level.
- Strong computer and teleconferencing skills; effective use of online platforms for instruction and documentation; ability to assist students with basic technical support.
Compensation: Hourly rate range of $25 - $40/hour, commensurate with experience.
Location: Fort Myers, Florida
How to apply: Upload your resume in this application. On the same document, please also include a cover letter. The cover letter should describe your approach to teaching athletes. On the same document, please also include your immediate availability and weekly schedule within the class windows above. Please also provide two professional references and their contact information.
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