Bilingual Family Support Professional (Spanish Speaking)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION :

To provide responsible support services to children and families; to act as a liaison with English Language Learners (ELL) parents regarding District programs and services;

and to provide information and resources as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 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. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives, and parameters found in the Board’s strategic plan.
• Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Act as a translator of both oral and written language material in English and Spanish, Arabic or Swahili related under Title III.
• Provides schools with technical assistance relating to ELL parent education and involvement activities.
• Orients ELL parents to their role in the educational process through presentations, written materials, and parent meetings.
• Coordinates local parental involvement workshops, conferences, and advisory meetings.
• Works with the District to increase parental involvement.
• Identifies and provides information about community-based resources related to parenting.
• Develops and maintains resource files of written materials, publicizes community sponsored classes or events.
• Work to increase effective, meaningful and productive communication between ELL parents and school staff.
• Assists ELL parents and school staff with efforts to improve student attendance.
• Conduct home visits to support family needs and goals.
• Work cooperatively with the department Director, ELL parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine appropriate actions to affect solutions to students’ school related issues.

QUALIFICATIONS : High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Proficient language skills in English and Spanish, Arabic or Swahili required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish, Arabic or Swahili.
• Shows cultural competency including the ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with families, teachers, and community stakeholders.

WORK CALENDAR : 10-Months

WORKING CONDITIONS : Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.