American Indian Cultural Liaison

Section I: General Information

Position Title:

American Indian Cultural Liaison

Reports To:
American Indian Education Coordinator

Workplace: Lower and Kinder Center

Pay: $5000 Stipend or $27/hour (this amount is for the full school year - will need to be prorated)

Section II: Job Summary

Under the direction of the American Indian Education Coordinator, the American Indian Cultural Liaison supports the success of American Indian students by building meaningful relationships, promoting cultural pride and belonging, and creating strong connections among school, family, and community. This position supports culturally responsive programming, student advocacy, and family engagement to ensure American Indian students have access to opportunities and

supports across the district.

Section III: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility No:

1

Statement of Duty/Responsibility : Student Support and Cultural Integration

Percent of Time:

70%

Tasks involved in fulfilling the above duty/responsibility:

Serve as an advocate for American Indian students to ensure equitable access to district academic programs, activities, services, and supports

Build strong, trusting relationships with students to develop confidence, promote pride in American Indian heritage, support school engagement, and address academic, social, or personal challenges.

Implement culturally enriching, project-based learning activities that increase student knowledge of cultural identity, history, leadership, and community connection.

Support the American Indian Education Coordinator in facilitating student groups, leadership opportunities, and culturally grounded gatherings that support student voice, belonging, and success.

Support curricular and extracurricular opportunities that strengthen student belonging, participation, and achievement.

2

Statement of Duty/Responsibility: Family and Community Engagement

20%

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Increase family and caregiver participation by attending monthly AIPAC meetings and participating in related engagement activities.

Establish and maintain trusting relationships with families, extended families, elders, tribal communities, American Indian organizations, and community partners.

Participate in and support school and community gatherings with students, families, and staff.

Serve as a liaison between school, home, and community to strengthen communication, connection, and access to resources.

3

Statement of Duty/Responsibility: Aid Development and Data Reporting

10%

Collaborate with the American Indian Education Coordinator, American Indian parents, students, elders, and community members to develop the Minnesota American Indian Education Aid Grant

Collect, review, and use program data to evaluate effectiveness, guide continuous improvement, and report outcomes related to aid and district goals

Aid in Annual Grant and Annual Compliance Documentation

Section IV: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of American Indian culture, community, traditional knowledge, history, tribal national, and social/education resources in Minnesota

Demonstrated knowledge of tribal protocol and American Indian practices

Curriculum coordination, support, and consultation

Effective culturally grounded community engagement and connection strategies

Establish trusting relationships with students, families, extended families, and community partners

Participate in and support curricular and extra-curricular gatherings with students, their families, and staff

Demonstrate deep understanding of, and experience with, cultural competence and culturally grounded practices in education

Communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in writing, at all levels

Organize activities, set priorities, deadlines, and follow instructions.

Work independently and collaboratively