Bilingual Liaison (Spanish Speaking) (Rate starts at $22.62 per hour)

Omaha Public Schools • Omaha, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bilingual Liaison serves as a liaison between students, parents, schools, businesses, agencies and the community to ensure a high-quality learning experience that prepares students for the workplace and continued education/training. This position works August through May when students are in session.

Requirements

• Minimum Two (2) years college coursework completed with continued progress toward a Bachelor's Degree required.
• Fluently bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Must be able to express himself/herself orally and in writing in English and Spanish.
• Must be able to serve as a translator (orally and in writing) for Spanish-speaking students, their parents, the community, and school personnel.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Must have own transportation.
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
• Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Exemplary attendance.
• Ability to work the required number of hours.
• Demonstrates a high level of independent and collaborative problem solving ability.
• Demonstrates a high degree of initiative in day to day tasks and projects.
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work within the local community/neighborhood as appropriate.
• Exemplary communication skills, verbal and written.
• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Ability to provide leadership, which facilitates the successful implementation of the Omaha Instructional Process, EXCELS and curriculum content related to English Learners (EL).
• Ability to administer the Language Assessment screener (LAS Links or ELPA21 Screener), as needed.
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate a Family Resource Center with materials to support English Learners.
• Must have a willingness to support all parent involvement activities sponsored by the EL program and assigned schools.
• Must have a willingness to make home visits.
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Limited travel may be required.
• Work in standard office and school building environment.
• Hours will include evening and weekend work on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Conducts/supports conversation between English and individuals who speak a language other than English including but not limited to discipline, class schedules, personal/social issues, translates reports, letters, and other school related communications.
• Assists with the coordination and improvement of parent, school and community communications and the academic achievement of all students.
• Assists with the communication of student attendance concerns.
• Assists families by providing contacts of community resources as required.
• Translates documentation as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding students.
• Works closely with the principal, guidance counselors, administrators, curriculum specialists, teachers, staff and students.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with all students, staff, parents, and community partners.
• Administers current testing method to determine eligibility for the English as a Second Language program.
• Addresses student, parent, and community questions and concerns as appropriate.
• Escalates concerns to the appropriate school professional as required.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.
• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Works under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Works with a diverse population including multiple nationalities and cultures requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Benefits

• The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree