Cultural Family Liaison - Somali

Description: The Shakopee school district has an opening for a Cultural Family Liaison (Somali) (1.0FTE) on the Paraeducator contract at 194 days/year. Pay & Benefits: Compensation Range: $26.53-$31.23 per hour, based on experience. A competitive benefit package is also available and includes the following- Medical Insurance Dental Insurance HSA&VEBA Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accidental Injury & Critical Illness Life Insurance Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off- 12 sick days, 2 personal days, & 7 paid holidays PERA Retirement Plan (Public Employees Retirement Association) - 7.

5% district contribution 403(B) plan- 2.5% match after 3 years of employment Job Summary: Act as a cultural liaison between the Shakopee Public Schools and families whose home language is Somali. Facilitate successful communication between school staff members and families. Promote positive relationships using cultural awareness and positive communication skills.

Assist families to access available educational programs and services. Proactively advocate for ways to increase parental involvement in school activities and promote viable methods to increase communication and understanding between families and schools. Use interpretation and translation skills to ensure that families and staff communicate information necessary for students to be successful in school.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrates fluent speaking and writing of English and target language. Experience preferred in education, social work or related field. Previous experience with using cultural competency skills is necessary. Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of families, including some evenings as required. Working Conditions: School Environment Application Procedure: You must be a permanent employee of the district to use the internal application.

Substitutes are not considered internal applicants and must complete the external application. Apply on-line at http://www.shakopee.k12.mn.us/ under posting 6725. Selection Procedure: Applications will be reviewed immediately. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.