Hmong Language and Culture Coordinator

Job Description

Hmong Language and Culture Coordinator
This position will be for the 2024/2025 School Year

HOPE Community Academy is an accredited, public co-educational charter school comprised of primary, intermediate, and middle school levels. The entire school community seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and challenged to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.

The mission of HOPE Community Academy is to educate all students to the highest levels of academic and social standards with a focus on Hmong language and culture.

As a vital part of the total learning community, HOPE Community Academy is called to educate students in an atmosphere enriched by shared Hmong and American values . . . peace, justice, and respect for one another. The school recognizes that a child’s healthy development is dependent upon learning and living out those values.

This Hmong Language and Culture Coordinator role at HOPE Community Academy offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational experience of our students and contribute to a welcoming and inclusive school environment.

Primary duties: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
• Leading the Hmong department and collaborating with other staff members to integrate Hmong culture into the school curriculum
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems; assess student academic and behavioral needs by establishing and enforcing school rules and procedures.
• Creating and implementing a comprehensive Hmong curriculum that aligns with state standards and meets the needs of our diverse student population
• Planning professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their cultural competence and understanding of the Hmong community
• Collaborating with community members and organizations to expand cultural resources and opportunities for students
• Assisting in the recruitment and retention of Hmong-speaking staff and students
• Monitoring student progress in Hmong language and culture classes and providing additional support as needed
• Organizing field trips and guest speaker events to further immerse students in Hmong cultural experiences
• Keeping abreast of current research and best practices in Hmong language education and incorporating them into the curriculum
• Providing coaching and mentorship to Hmong language teachers, including lesson planning, instructional strategies, and classroom management techniques
• Collaborating with teachers to develop professional development plans and growth opportunities tailored to their individual needs and goals
• Conducting regular classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to support the ongoing professional development of Hmong language teachers
• Analyzing data from Hmong language assessments to track student progress, identify areas for improvement, and inform instructional decision-making
• Developing data-informed strategies to address gaps in student understanding and enhance overall learning outcomes in Hmong language classes
• Collaborating with teachers and administrators to implement targeted interventions and support services for students who may be struggling with Hmong language proficiency
• Planning and coordinating events for Hmong New Year and Hmong Day celebrations
• Serving as a resource and advocate for Hmong students and families within the school community
• Participating in school-wide initiatives and committees to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Fill in as a substitute teacher as needed

Professional Accountabilities
• Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings and other professional activities.
• Participates in various school events, staff meetings and extracurricular activities.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.
• Serve as a role model for promoting effective instruction and professionalism

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Hmong Studies, or related field
• Fluency in spoken and written Hmong and English
• Minnesota State Licensure in teaching in appropriate subject area
• Strong desire and commitment to working with diverse students and staff
• Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate with grade level teachers, paraprofessionals, and tutors regarding instructional classroom activities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management
• Ability to plan and implement lesson plans base on school goals, as well as the objectives, and needs of students.
• Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of classroom management and organization

Working Environment
• Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment; school building is a multi-level building that has an elevator and is accessible
• Position requires extensive interaction with children of all ages
• Duties may occasionally be performed on field trips away from school
• Duties may occasionally be performed in outdoor environments, such as athletic fields or playgrounds
• Duties may occasionally be performed in varying weather conditions, such as hot or cold weather.
• Possible exposure to loud and noisy locations (e.g. loud classrooms or cafeterias; children speaking or laughing loudly).

If you are dedicated to preserving and celebrating Hmong language and culture, we look forward to receiving your application.
To apply, or for more information, email us at careers@hope-school.org.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts school’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It does not alter the "at will" employment relationship between the school and the employee.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Hmong Studies, or related field
• Fluency in spoken and written Hmong and English
• Minnesota State Licensure in teaching in appropriate subject area
• Strong desire and commitment to working with diverse students and staff
• Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate with grade level teachers, paraprofessionals, and tutors regarding instructional classroom activities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management
• Ability to plan and implement lesson plans base on school goals, as well as the objectives, and needs of students.
• Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of classroom management and organization

Institution Description

Hmong Language and Culture Coordinator
This position will be for the 2024/2025 School Year

HOPE Community Academy is an accredited, public co-educational charter school comprised of primary, intermediate, and middle school levels. The entire school community seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and challenged to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.

The mission of HOPE Community Academy is to educate all students to the highest levels of academic and social standards with a focus on Hmong language and culture.

As a vital part of the total learning community, HOPE Community Academy is called to educate students in an atmosphere enriched by shared Hmong and American values . . . peace, justice, and respect for one another. The school recognizes that a child’s healthy development is dependent upon learning and living out those values.

This Hmong Language and Culture Coordinator role at HOPE Community Academy offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational experience of our students and contribute to a welcoming and inclusive school environment.

Application Instructions/Comments

Email Resume to Katiekruger@hope-school.org