Migrant Education Recruiter - Student Support Specialist - Parent Involvement Specialist - Washington

Contracted for up to 10 hours per week, based at Charleroi Elementary Center with required travel. Pay rate: $24.44 per hour.

About the Role

The Migrant Education Recruiter-Student Support Specialist-Parent Involvement Specialist identifies, recruits, and enrolls eligible migrant children and out-of-school youth in accordance with state and local recruitment plans. This role advocates for students, assists in developing self-concepts and educational competencies, and supports parents to meet student needs. This is a grant-funded position.

Responsibilities

• Visit employers, schools, migrant families, and agencies for referrals and follow-ups.
• Maintain working knowledge of Migrant Education Program guidelines, regulations, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain understanding of educational initiatives, developmentally-appropriate programs, government and social services for migrant students, and multicultural awareness issues.
• Provide instructional support and intervention for students through schools, homes, and service agencies.
• Maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, funding agents, and staff.
• Act as an advocate for the Migrant Education Program and migrant students by explaining program components to parents, schools, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Provide or coordinate summer enrichment activities for children.
• Interpret and translate (oral or written) for parents, staff, and school personnel as needed.
• Encourage and track migrant children’s school attendance, performance, testing gains, and progress toward graduation or kindergarten readiness.
• Assess student accomplishments and progress regularly, provide reports, and refer issues to appropriate agencies.
• Maintain effective communication and provide regular program updates to the Supervisor of School Improvement Services.
• Involve parents in the Migrant Education Program through planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate and plan with the local Parent Advisory Council (PAC).
• Facilitate parent meetings four times per year.
• Meet with the local Parent Advisory Council every other month.
• Attend statewide Parent Advisory Council meetings one to two times per year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Creole preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in the individual’s state of residence.

Qualifications (Desired)

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• PA Instructional Certificate.
• Experience accessing regional support services.
• 1-3 years of experience as a teacher, caseworker, or in direct services to children and young adults.
• Working knowledge of the Migrant Education Program and services.

Performance Factors

• Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and guidelines.
• Adapt to change.
• Collect, document, and report data accurately.
• Meet all program responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively.
• Build collaborative relationships.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. The incumbent must be able to sit at a desk or in a vehicle for extended periods and routinely use standard office equipment, primarily computers. Due to travel outside the home office, candidates must have a vehicle and valid driver’s license to attend job-related duties, meetings, seminars, and trainings.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally (<20%)
• Sitting: Frequently (>80%)
• Lifting: 0-20 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); Over 50 lbs. Rarely
• Travel: Frequently (>80%)
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (<20%)
• Manual Keying/Data Entry: Often (30-60%)