Ethnic Studies K-12 Integration Specialist - Education Consultant 3

Working Title: Ethnics Studies Specialist - Education Consultant 3

Job Class: Education Consultant 3

Agency: Education Department

• Job ID : 96805

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to bidders and all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 10/06/2026

• Date Posted : 09/29/2026

• Closing Date : 10/20/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / AcadStndrs&InstrnlEffectivII

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $39.22 - $58.35 / hourly; $81,891 - $121,834 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above AND you must email [email protected] with your intent to bid.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

As the Ethnic Studies Specialist, you will lead collaborative statewide initiatives that strengthen the capacity of Minnesota schools to provide high quality Ethnic Studies education so that all students achieve state academic standards and are prepared with knowledge and skills for postsecondary and career success. Duties will include:

• Develop and maintain a statewide system of training and support that helps districts fully implement the Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards, specifically those related to Ethnic Studies through aligned instruction, curriculum, assessment and professional development.

• Support districts interested in scaling up Ethnic Studies education with conducting needs assessments, providing support for district coordinators, and other resources for successfully implementing ethnic studies.

• Provide guidance on standards, graduation requirements, and related state policies, especially those related to ethnic studies.

• Gather, analyze, and report date to inform policies and practices related to standards-based education, especially those related to ethnic studies.

• Facilitate communications processes, planning activities and fiscal agreements that further the mission and goals of the division and department.

Telework:

This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location. Existing employees who were approved to telework from a bordering state and more than 50 miles from their work location before June 1, 2025, may retain this arrangement unless they move farther away.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Five (5) years of experience as a grades K-12 classroom educator with a demonstrated professional learning or coursework in ethnic studies pedagogy.

A Doctorate degree may substitute for two years of experience; A Master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; A Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience; and an Associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience.

Experience must include experience leading professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than five (5) years of experience as a grades K-12 classroom educator with a demonstrated professional learning or coursework in ethnic studies pedagogy.

• Minnesota teaching license.

• Experience teaching ethnic studies and/or social studies in grades 6-12.

• Experience developing and facilitating professional development for educators around academic standards and assessments.

• Experience with organizing and synthesizing large sets of data and information in spreadsheets and databases.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Driver's License Check

• Criminal Background Check

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.