Migrant Education Student Support Specialist/Parent Involvement Specialist

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5•Straban Township, PA

9d•$24

About The Position

The Migrant Education Student Support Specialist/Parent Involvement Specialist is responsible for utilizing the resources of the home, school, and community to maximize the experience of schooling for eligible migrant students' ages 3 through 21 in the attainment of a high school diploma or its equivalent. They will also work with schools and service agencies to advocate and assist all students in developing self-concepts, educational competencies, etc. to become responsible and productive members of the society. This is a grant funded position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalency
Must hold a valid driver's license in the individual's state of residence

Nice To Haves

Bilingual highly desired, Spanish or Creole preferred
Bachelor's degree in education or related field
PA Instructional Certificate
Experience with accessing regional support services
1-3 years of previous experience as a teacher or caseworker or other experience involving the direct services to children and young adults
Working knowledge of the Migrant Education Program and services

Responsibilities

Maintain a working knowledge of guidelines, regulations, and procedures relevant to the Migrant Education Program
Develop and maintain an understanding of educational initiatives, developmentally-appropriate programs, government and social services, parental involvement activities, etc. which are available for migrant students, and multicultural awareness issues, as appropriate
Provide instructional support and intervention for students through their schools, homes, and appropriate service agencies
Maintain a positive working relationship with appropriate stakeholders, funding agents, and IU5 staff
Act as an advocate for the Migrant Education Program and migrant students by explaining the components of the program to parents, schools, government, social service agencies, and other appropriate community agencies
Maintain all required and appropriate records and necessary documentation accurately
Encourage and track migrant children ages 3 through 21 relative to their successful experience with school regarding attendance, class performance, and gains in testing, progress toward graduation or kindergarten readiness
Help plan, conduct, and evaluate the summer school program and summer in home program
Assess the accomplishments and progress of students on a regular basis, provide reports as required, and through collaboration, refer issues and concerns to the appropriate agency(ies)
Maintain effective communication with and provide regular program updates to the Supervisor of School Improvement Services - Federal and State Programs
Involve parents in an organized, ongoing, and timely way with the implementation of the Migrant Education Program through planning, implementation, and evaluation
Coordinate and plan, with local Parent Advisory Council (PAC) officers, a minimum of four parent meetings a year
Meet with the local Parent Advisory Council every other month
Attend state wide Parent Advisory Council meetings one-two times per year
Maintain effective communications with other migrant education parent specialists and the migrant education central office through phone calls, meetings, and mailings
Interpret and translate (oral or written) for parents, staff, and school personnel as a supplemental service as needed
Maintain effective communications with and provide regular program updates to the Supervisor of SIS Federal and State Programs
Perform other duties as assigned
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