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SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to organize and lead the Hopkins American Indian Education Program and engage Native families in the community and strengthen connections between educators and families to ensure Native student success. This year-round position (205 flexible day schedule) operates within the context of learning and teaching at Hopkins Schools, guided by the Equity commitment. Our goal is to eliminate achievement and opportunity gaps by actively addressing disproportionality related to race, income, and language, as well as biased achievement tracking and patterned discrimination. 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. American Indian Education Program Lead * Manage all American Indian Education budgets * Responsible for State and Federal reporting requirements related to American Indian Education Programming * Monitor state and federal requirements to adjust programming accordingly * Coordinate and execute state and federal requirements * Supervise American Indian Student Success Cultural Liaison * Collaborate with IDL to facilitate the development of conceptual, inquiry-based learning experiences for students that centers American Indian and Indigenous Peoples&#8217; achievements, culture, history, and ways of knowing (or just &#8220;Studies&#8221;) * Work directly with schools and leadership teams in the area of learning and teaching improvement * Support curriculum building related to Indigenous Education for All Work directly with American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC) to create district program plan * 3rd grade literacy achievement * K-12 academic achievement gaps eliminated * college and career readiness and transition * successful high school graduation * Work with AIPAC, American Indian students and faculty to identify goals and review progress of program development for American Indian students within the Hopkins school district. * Coordinate regular in-school, small-group, cultural programming for American Indian Students E-21+ * Coordinate field trips for American Indian students * Plan cultural events for American Indian families with the parent committee * Collaborate with district data specialists to collect data regarding American Indian students and experiences in Hopkins Public Schools to determine needs * Support student/family data collection via surveys, interviews, and focus groups * Represent Hopkins Schools at Metro Indian Education Gatherings (quarterly) * Represent Hopkins Schools and collaborate with Minnesota Department of Education on the Dream Catcher Program, which addresses the disproportionality of Native students receiving Special Education services * Organize and facilitate affinity groups for students including but not limited to: * Coordinate in-school, small-group, cultural programming. * Plan field trips and cultural events for families. * Participate in affinity groups for parents. * Create a predictable schedule for student engagement across all E-12+ schools. * Communicate the schedule to building administration, scholars, and parents. Relationship Building: * Connect students and families with relevant programs and resources. * Develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, parents, and students. * Assist in mediating cultural or language-related misunderstandings and conflicts. Collaboration and Problem-Solving: * Plan and facilitate college and university tours with high school staff across sites. * Effectively manage conflicts and collaborate with staff and families. * Support staff in understanding diverse student needs. * Provide cultural information and insight to educators and Special Education IEP teams * Provide consultation and liaison support in Individual Education Plan (IEP), 504, and Pre-referral Intervention processes, including meetings * Collaborate with teachers and counselors to ensure access to services and consistent intervention support. 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:. * College degree * Two or more years&#8217; experience working in a similar role, preferably in a school setting, working with families across cultures. * Experience with diverse populations; linguistically, racially, culturally, socio-economically and LGBTQ. * OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 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&#8217;s license. Required Knowledge and Skills & Abilities Knowledge: * Navigating Public School Systems: * Understanding of public school systems and advocacy for scholars * Ability to navigate educational processes and advocate for equitable opportunities. * Special Education Awareness: * Familiarity with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or willingness to learn. Skills: * Organizational Skills: * Ability to manage tasks efficiently and maintain structured processes. * Communication Skills: * Proficient oral and written communication in English and target language. * Excellent cross-cultural communication skills. * Technology Comfort: * Familiarity with technology tools commonly used in educational settings. Abilities: * Relationship Building: * Skill in building positive relationships with scholars from diverse academic backgrounds. * Teamwork and Problem-Solving: * Ability to collaborate with colleagues and address program-related challenges. * Professional Conduct: * Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and respectful communication. * Commitment to Equity: * Eradication of achievement and opportunity gaps, disproportionality (race, income, language), biased achievement tracking, or patterned discrimination. 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 school settings, 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 school settings at multiple locations throughout the District, and may include other locations in the community, including parks, outdoors, and other community buildings. * Travel required to locations throughout the District. * Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours. Compensation and Hours: 1.0 FTE &#8211; 205 flex day schedule. 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