K-8 and Special Education Home Liaison

Granger School District 204•Granger, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a temporary position expected to end December 31st, 2026. The job goal is to assist with the special education and building contacts as needed to accomplish the goals and requirements of the special education program and building needs. The position involves working with various stakeholders to ensure compliance, facilitate communication, and provide support for special education students and their families.

Requirements

High School graduation or equivalent
Ability to work with all age children, school staff, and parents
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Bilingual required (English/Spanish)
Must successfully pass a background check prior to employment
Hold a valid driver's license and personal car insurance
Complete First Aid Certification through the school district
Complete the Right Response Certification through the school district
Lift and carry 10-50 lbs frequently.
Assist with lifting over 50 lbs.
Provide care to clients in toileting; requires transferring weight skills.
Use restraint techniques with clients when necessary.
Be able to bend, kneel, squat, twist, turn, and extended arm use involving various weights frequently.
Be on feet the majority of the workday
Must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Washington State Interpreter Certification
Associate of Arts/Business
Able to understand and translate special education terminology.

Responsibilities

Work with the special education administrative assistant to obtain required parent forms and interview information.
Work with the special education administrative assistant to complete purchase orders and credit card statements.
Work with the special education administrative assistant to complete reports to support the special education budget.
Assist in scheduling evaluations and IEPs; act as interpreter for evaluations and IEP meetings, as necessary.
Translating for building meetings as needed.
Assist in administering assessment instruments and procedures as needed for appropriate bilingual assessments.
Facilitate the resolution of parent, student, and/or school issues for special education students as requested by the Director of Special Education.
Maintain appropriate records of home visits.
Work with special education families and students to assist in maintaining legal mandates.
Transport students and parents to mental health, medical, or any appropriate related service as directed by the Director of Special Education.
Transportation coordinator for the special education bus.
Provide coverage for absent staff as needed and as directed by the Director of Special Education.
Conduct and input yearly post-secondary survey data for state reporting within a strict timeline.
Participate in scheduling, attending, and supporting district-wide parent involvement meetings.
Conduct home visits to obtain needed documents for special education and/or building needed documentation.