Open Positions for Hopkins Public School District

Openings as of 3/31/2025

Digital Literacy Specialist: Computer Science Expertise

JobID: 6490

Position Type:
  Support Staff/District Support


Date Posted:
  3/25/2025


Location:
  Education Services Center


  Purpose Statement:
Hopkins Public Schools is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Digital Literacy Specialists (DLS) team. This position requires a visionary educator who can seamlessly blend the traditional role of a Library Media Specialist with expertise in computer science to lead Hopkins into the future of education. We are seeking a qualified individual with specialized expertise in computer science to join our team and contribute to the development of our E-12+ computer science programming. Strong candidates prioritize making the curriculum and learning experiences in our media centers inclusive, equitable, representative, and accessible to all learners. The ideal candidate demonstrates an expertise and depth of experiences in computer science, coding and AI combined with successful program development experience.  
 
Our ideal candidate will be both a technology visionary and an action-oriented, student-centered operator. As we grow our team, Hopkins Public Schools' vision is to hire and retain a community of staff who are representative of our student demographics. We are committed to developing pathways for individuals with diverse life experiences, identities and linguistic backgrounds to enter, feel connected and supported in, and thrive as integral members of our education team. Individuals with diverse life experiences, identities and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
 
Our Digital Literacy Specialists are at the forefront of helping our school communities access, understand, and use information and media resources. They will integrate the principles, practices, and ethics of library and information science with a deep understanding of the people who use information systems in their work and communities.
 
Key Responsibilities:
• E-12+ Computer Science (CS) Programming Development and Implementation: Develop and implement a computer science scope and sequence informed by the Minnesota Department of Education’s Computer Science State Strategic Plan. Write curriculum, manage materials, provide professional learning opportunities and ensure CS  programming implementation fidelity.
• Media Coordination: Support management of media center operations, programming, and resources at designated school sites in collaboration with Digital Literacy Specialist(s). Ensure the media center space is inviting and welcoming to all learners. Oversee day-to-day operations, preserving essential functions and services such as supporting reading, media check-out, and instilling a love of reading in students.
• Learning Facilitator: Conduct classroom push-in sessions at designated school sites focusing on (1) digital literacy topics, (2) computer science, computational thinking, coding, AI, cybersecurity, (3) digital citizenship, media and digital literacies, and (4) research skills and strategies.
 
Qualifications:
• Required: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in education or a closely related field 
  • Required Minnesota teaching licensure: CTE - Communications Technology Careers - OR - Technology  (Computer Science Focus)
  • Driver’s license - travel required to locations throughout the District.
• Desired: 
  • Teaching experience integrating technology
  • Teaching experience around computer science, coding and AI
  • Desire and skillset to become a resident expert in computer science, coding, and AI 
  • Ability to collaboratively develop an E-12+ computer science scope and sequence, write curriculum, manage materials, and build system capacity to facilitate change management and programming implementation with fidelity
  • Experience facilitating adult teams and/or teacher leadership experience 
  • Project management experience  
If you are a leader and advocate on critical information issues affecting our students and communities, and if you are passionate about shaping the future of education through literacy, technology and computer science to empower equity-actioned communities, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join us in empowering our scholars and community members to thrive in an information-rich world.
Essential Functions:
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. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. 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.
E-12+ Computer Science Programming Development and Implementation
 
• Co-develop and implement districtwide E-12+ Opportunities for Computer Science, Coding and AI Experiences
• Design E-12+ opportunities for computer science, coding, and AI experiences
• Develop E-12+ computer science scope and sequence ensuring alignment with future forward educational standards and best practices
• Write E-12+ computer science curriculum
• Manage E-12+ computer science materials
• Build E-12+ computer science capacity 
• Ensure computer science programming implementation fidelity
• Co-manage Computer Science for All project charter and strategic planning
 
Digital Literacies:
• Design and implement learning experiences
• Model effective media and digital literacy practices
• Conduct classroom push-in sessions on digital literacy topics
• Advocate for and actively advance inclusive media use and equitable access
• Spearhead integration of media and technology in partnership with Technology Integration Specialists and Instructional Coaches
• Guide students and staff in ethical use of information
• Promote reading and digital literacies
 
Media Coordination:
• Support coordination and management of Media Center operations, programming, and resources
• Provide oversight, support and supervision for Media Paraprofessionals
• Support procurement, vetting, and curate high-quality, culturally-affirming books and media
• Research and implement forward-focused media and technology practices
• Align digital and physical media tools and practices
• Support classroom teachers and school sites in literacy efforts
• Provide professional learning opportunities for staff
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging learning experiences
 
Hopkins Public Schools:
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Perform assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.
• Advance the District’s mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of learning, environment, and resources.
• Contribute effectively to the accomplishment of system, team and/or project work goals objectives and activities.
• Collaborate with various teams and departments (e.g. Information Services, IDL, TIS, Media Paraprofessionals, HILT, BILT, Content Leads, Restorative Culture Specialists, Counselors/Social Workers, SAT, MTSS, SWE, etc.) in service to system wide strategic projects, workstreams, professional learning and the overall mission of our Hopkins Learning Framework, Student Success Metrics, E-12+ Hopkins System Goals, the Equity Audit findings and our Vision 2031.
 
Digital Literacy Specialists’ Mission:
In Hopkins, we are creating a better world by inspiring each student to reach their full potential. Our core values - authentic inclusivity, intentionally adventurous, optimistic innovation, humility of heart, vigilant equity, and love - ensure that students are at the center of their learning experience. We believe that how we utilize and support the resources, software, technologies, and digital pedagogies used in our learning spaces matters in service to Hopkins Learning Framework, Student Success Metrics, E-12+ Hopkins System Goals, the Equity Audit findings, and our Vision 2031. By 2031, all Hopkins graduates will be prepared to compete in an increasingly competitive marketplace and sought out by colleges, universities, and employers. The Digital Literacy Specialist team supports both school site teams and district teams in reimagining school from the ground up. We prioritize literacy development and supplement it with computer science and coding education, continuing to support reading and instill a love for it in our students. This team will lead the work of ensuring literacy development, media, technology, and computer science is fully integrated into all Hopkins students’ learning experiences and ensuring our technology investment works in service to our student learning and community goals.
 
 
Hours & Compensation:
185 Days – 1.0 FTE
HEA Union Contract
Range: BA: $45,627- $65,024
             MA: $50,702 - $82,203
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are loc




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