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Early Childhood Screener - Somali Language Fluency - Hopkins Public Schools
Posted on 2025-06-30 10:41:28 AM
Listing expires 2025-07-07 12:00:00 AM
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At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens.
When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
SUMMARY:
Completes all screening components according to the Early Childhood Screening Program Standards set by the MN Dept. of Health and MDE. Screenings will be conducted in either English or Somali.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
* Conducts screening, using standardized screening instruments and assessments, in accordance with state mandates and practices, including vision, hearing, development, social-emotional, and speech.
* Maintains accurate records for each screening appointment, completes all data entry and documentation requirements.
* Makes connections with young children and their families, communicates findings, and makes recommendations or referrals based on the results of the screening.
* Collects and organizes the data necessary for preparation of the Minnesota State Early Childhood Screening Report.
* Maintains an awareness of school and community resources in order to make appropriate referrals.
* Supports the two-way referral process between Early Childhood Screening and Early Childhood Special Education.
* Maintains confidentiality of children and families
* Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in education, or a closely related field
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
* Driver’s license.
* MN License in at least one of the following areas:
* special education teacher
* school psychologist
* kindergarten teacher
* prekindergarten teacher
* school nurse
* public health nurse
* registered nurse
Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:
* Fluency in the Somali language.
* District policies and procedures.
* Family dynamic factors, risk factors, as well as the typical and atypical development of young children.
* Physical health assessments and immunization requirements for young children.
* Computer applications related to the work.
* Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Required Skills:
* Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
* Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
* Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
* Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
* Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
* Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office setting.
Occasional travel required to locations throughout the District.
Hours & Compensation:
FTE: 25 days.
Community Education Handbook
Houry Range: $25.82 - $35.11
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At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens.
When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive.
We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens.
When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.
You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins.
SUMMARY:
Completes all screening components according to the Early Childhood Screening Program Standards set by the MN Dept. of Health and MDE. Screenings will be conducted in either English or Somali.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
- Conducts screening, using standardized screening instruments and assessments, in accordance with state mandates and practices, including vision, hearing, development, social-emotional, and speech.
- Maintains accurate records for each screening appointment, completes all data entry and documentation requirements.
- Makes connections with young children and their families, communicates findings, and makes recommendations or referrals based on the results of the screening.
- Collects and organizes the data necessary for preparation of the Minnesota State Early Childhood Screening Report.
- Maintains an awareness of school and community resources in order to make appropriate referrals.
- Supports the two-way referral process between Early Childhood Screening and Early Childhood Special Education.
- Maintains confidentiality of children and families
- Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, or a closely related field
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
- Driver’s license.
- MN License in at least one of the following areas:
- special education teacher
- school psychologist
- kindergarten teacher
- prekindergarten teacher
- school nurse
- public health nurse
- registered nurse
Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:
- Fluency in the Somali language.
- District policies and procedures.
- Family dynamic factors, risk factors, as well as the typical and atypical development of young children.
- Physical health assessments and immunization requirements for young children.
- Computer applications related to the work.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Required Skills:
- Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
- Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
- Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
- Advancing the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment, and Resources.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office setting.
Occasional travel required to locations throughout the District.
Hours & Compensation:
FTE: 25 days.
Community Education Handbook
Houry Range: $25.82 - $35.11
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE
This email may contain information that is confidential or attorney-client privileged and may constitute inside information. The contents of this email are intended only for the recipient(s) listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are directed not to read, disclose, distribute or otherwise use this transmission. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the transmission. Delivery of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privileges.