What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cultural Liaison (serving Somali Families) position at Edina Public Schools?
Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, is a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. Through academics, activities, and opportunities, we encourage creativity, foster curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills. We support every student’s educational journey by creating a caring and inclusive school culture that supports the whole student. Our vision is for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive. More than 8,500 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional education experience throughout the district’s early learning center, six elementary schools (K- Grade 5) including both French and Spanish Immersion programs, two middle schools (Grades 6-8), a high school (9-12), and the Edina Virtual Pathway online program.
Edina Public Schools appreciates and serves students, families and staff with diverse backgrounds. Experience with and appreciation of students and staff from racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse backgrounds is desired along with an understanding of student's unique needs. Individuals who are fluent in multiple languages are strongly encouraged to apply.
Looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of students? Apply to be a Cultural Liaison. This position will be working with our Somali students and families at Edina Public Schools beginning 2024 - 25 School Year.
Position
Cultural Liaison (serving Somali families)
LOCATION:
Edina Public Schools
Rate Of Pay
Starting annual salary of $58,767, pursuant to Confidential , Supervisory & Technical Employees Guidebook
Benefits
Pursuant to the Confidential , Supervisory & Technical Employees Guidebook
Hours Per Week
40 hours
Daily Schedule
8 hours M-F
Days Per Year
190 days/year (with 9 paid holidays)
Required
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:
Open until filled
Application Procedure
Qualified candidates must apply online at edinaschools.org.
All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval.
Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Edina Public Schools appreciates and serves students, families and staff with diverse backgrounds. Experience with and appreciation of students and staff from racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse backgrounds is desired along with an understanding of student's unique needs. Individuals who are fluent in multiple languages are strongly encouraged to apply.
Looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of students? Apply to be a Cultural Liaison. This position will be working with our Somali students and families at Edina Public Schools beginning 2024 - 25 School Year.
Position
Cultural Liaison (serving Somali families)
LOCATION:
Edina Public Schools
Rate Of Pay
Starting annual salary of $58,767, pursuant to Confidential , Supervisory & Technical Employees Guidebook
Benefits
Pursuant to the Confidential , Supervisory & Technical Employees Guidebook
Hours Per Week
40 hours
Daily Schedule
8 hours M-F
Days Per Year
190 days/year (with 9 paid holidays)
Required
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:
- B.A. or B.S in education, behavioral sciences or related field
- Bi-lingual speaker, experience working with Somali families
- Ability to inspire and motivate students
- Effective communication skills
- Experience working with diverse student populations
- Ability to utilize technology in learning opportunities
- Ability to maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations
Open until filled
Application Procedure
Qualified candidates must apply online at edinaschools.org.
All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval.
Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $58,767
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