Native Language Program Coordinator

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.

This is a 2 year grant-funded position. 

Purpose Statement

Hopkins Public Schools is seeking a Native Language Grant Coordinator to lead the development of an Ojibwe language curriculum for Native language revitalization efforts across multiple learning environments. Serving as a connector, facilitator, and resource leader, the Native Language Grant Coordinator will work to ensure Native language curricula are aligned, culturally responsive, and reflective of community priorities. The coordinator will collaborate with Native elders, knowledge keepers, families, educators, Hopkins' American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC) and community partners to create curriculum, grant stewardship, relationship-building, and continuous growth of Native language learning opportunities.

Role Focus and 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.

Native Language Grant Coordination and Stewardship

• Coordinate and oversee the Native Language Grant, ensuring alignment with grant goals, timelines, reporting requirements, and budget expectations.
• Maintain grant documentation and support data collection, evaluation, and reporting processes.
• Serve as a liaison between district leadership, grant partners and Hopkins' American Indian Parent Committee (AIPAC).
• Support long-term planning and sustainability of Native language learning opportunities in coordination with school leaders and the World Language Department.

Curriculum Development 

• Lead the development of culturally grounded Ojibwe language curriculum and instructional resources.
• Collaborate with Indigenous elders, knowledge keepers, educators, and community partners to ensure the curriculum reflects authentic language, culture, history, and community priorities.
• Develop resources that support language preservation, cultural learning, and learner engagement.
• Review and refine curriculum materials to ensure quality, relevance, and responsiveness to community needs.
• Review and refine curriculum materials to ensure benchmarks and MDE standards are met.
• Work in collaboration with the IDL team on curricular resources that support the Hopkins Learning Framework

Family and Community Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Native families, Hopkins' AIPAC, elders, community members, and partner organizations.
• Support communication and engagement related to Native language programming and grant activities.
• Create opportunities for community voice and feedback to inform curriculum development and program priorities.
• Help foster welcoming and inclusive experiences for Native learners and families.
• Promote awareness of Native language learning opportunities throughout the district and community.

Strategic Planning for Program Sustainability 

• Gather and review feedback from students, families, Hopkins' AIPAC, educators, and community partners to inform ongoing curriculum development.
• Monitor emerging practices and resources in Native language revitalization and Indigenous education.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen curriculum, community engagement, and grant-supported initiatives.
• Support strategic planning efforts related to Native language preservation and educational programming.
• Contribute to the continued growth and sustainability of Native language learning opportunities within Hopkins Public Schools.

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.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Native language revitalization, Indigenous education, and Native cultural traditions, histories, and perspectives.
• Experience working collaboratively with Native communities, including families, elders, knowledge keepers, tribal communities, and Native organizations.
• Experience developing culturally grounded curriculum, instructional resources, and learning materials that support Native language and cultural learning.
• Experience aligning curriculum across multiple educational settings, including youth, secondary, and community-based learning opportunities.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities, manage grant-related responsibilities, and meet timelines and reporting requirements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across schools, departments, community organizations, and stakeholder groups.
• Commitment to culturally responsive practices and the preservation and revitalization of Native languages and cultures.
• Ability to travel between district sites and community locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a PELSB Tier 3 American Indian Language, History, and Culture License, or eligibility to obtain one, is preferred.

Additional Information

Flexibility in scheduling may be required to participate in occasional evening or weekend community meetings, cultural events, and engagement opportunities.

Hours & Compensation:
1.0 FTE, 185 Days Flex

Salary: $64,000.00

Bargaining Unit: Non-Affiliated Group 50
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