Cultural Liaison ( American Indian Families)

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 American Indian families at Edina Public Schools beginning 2024 – 25 School Year.

POSITION:

Cultural Liaison ( American Indian 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)

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:

Required:

• B.A. or B.S in education, behavioral sciences or related field
• Bi-lingual speaker, experience with various cultural family systems.
• Experience working with students and families
• Ability to inspire and motivate students
• Effective communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience working with diverse student populations

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to utilize technology in learning opportunities
• Ability to maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations

CLOSING DATE:

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.