Hornet Central Assistant - Part-Time (9-Month)

Edina Public Schools; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PERA pension program

403(b) retirement plan with district 1

Paid time off

Job summary

Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, seeks a Hornet Central Assistant to support logistics and daily implementation of the Hornet Central early arrival program at each middle school, assisting the Coordinator and Supervisors with best practices in healthy youth development.

Fluent in Spanish or Somali is required; First Aid/CPR training can be provided. The wage ranges from 17.48 to 24.04 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package and ISD 273 Board approval.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to relate well to students and adults.
• Desire to work in a team setting and build a school culture of belonging.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and taking effective actions.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Coordinator and Supervisors in logistics of Hornet Central program.
• Supports daily implementation at each middle school.
• Uses best practices in healthy youth development to support participants.

Skills

Spanish or Somali

Teamwork

Problem solving

Relate to students and adults

Job description

Hornet Central Assistant - Part-Time (9-Month) JobID: 9433

• Position Type: Community Education & Strategic Partnerships
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Valley View Middle School
• Date Available: 09/14/2026

Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, is a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. Through academics, activities, and opportunities, we encourage creativity, foster curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills. We support every student's educational journey by creating a caring and inclusive school culture that supports the whole student. Our vision is for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive. More than 8,500 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional education experience throughout the district's early learning center, six elementary schools (K- Grade 5) including both French and Spanish Immersion programs, two middle schools (Grades 6-8), a high school (9-12), and the Edina Virtual Pathway online program.

Hornet Central Assistant

Position Summary

Assists the Coordinator and Supervisors in the logistics and daily implementation of the Hornet Central early arrival program at each middle school, and utilizes best practices in healthy youth development to support students participating in these programs.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Proven ability to relate well to students and adults
• Desire to work in a team setting and build a school culture of belonging and curiosity.
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and taking effective actions in complex situations.
• Fluent in Spanish or Somali
• First Aid/CPR (training can be provided)

Salary Range

The wage for this position ranges from $17.48 to $24.04 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. New hires will typically start at the entry-level rate within the wage range, while candidates with relevant experience may be placed at a higher starting rate. These decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis, in consideration of the individual's experience and the school district's budget.

Benefits

Edina Public Schools provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as flexible spending plans. All employees participate in the state's largest pension program, the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). In addition, employees can participate in the 403(b) retirement program, with eligibility for a district match based on the terms and conditions outlined in the employee work agreement. Eligible employees also receive paid time off in accordance with the provisions outlined in the employee work agreement.

All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer