McKinney-Vento Assistant

Syracuse City School District • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The McKinney Vento assistant is a part time position to assist the McKinney Vento Liaison with completing and submitting McKinney Vento paperwork into the school information system to ensure students who are experiencing temporary housing are identified for services. The McKinney Vento assistant will ensure that all information on required federal and state paperwork is correct and will communicate necessary revisions and update to appropriate stakeholders Due to the necessity of working with families and community based agencies to provide and/or coordinate McKinney Vento services for students and families, the McKinney Vento assistant will need to have proficient computer skills and professional communication and organizational skills to assist the families and supporting services.

Requirements

• Preferably NYS State certified and experienced Social Worker.
• Previous experience with homeless population and various supporting agencies preferred.
• New York State teacher certification (or eligibility by start date); out-of-state licensed teachers may qualify through reciprocity.
• Strong record of reliability and professionalism.
• Demonstrate cultural competencies and understanding of challenges that impact homelessness.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and community partners.
• Strong communication skills and adaptability to meet diverse student needs.
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprint-based background check (per NYS requirements).
• City residents are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Assist the McKinney Vento Liaison with required paperwork and data entry into the student information system.
• Communicate with staff and families as needed for the purpose of ensuring accurate information.
• Collaborate with community partners that support the students and families in temporary housing.
• Provide technical assistance to ensure accurate information sharing and reporting
• Provide assistance to families to complete paperwork needed for school, agencies, etc.
• Support school staff to understand the needs of McKinney-Vento students.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees