Multilingual Learner (MLL) Family Liason

East Providence School Department • East Providence, RI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The East Providence School District is seeking a full-time MLL Family Liaison to serve as a bridge between MLL and newcomer families, schools, and community partners. This role ensures families can access educational services, understand district systems, and feel supported, informed, and connected, while managing student data to support MLL program operations and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate is culturally responsive, community-oriented, and committed to advocacy, equity, and inclusion for multilingual learners. The candidate must have flexibility to work some evenings for family/community events.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
• Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds, including immigrant families
• Experience developing and implementing programs or projects
• Experience with networking and outreach
• Experience leading or facilitating group presentations
• Proficiency in Google Apps, including Gmail and Google Calendar
• Ability to collect, organize, and maintain data and information for reporting purposes
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for MLL families, responding to questions about school programs, activities, events, and other district services.
• Provide individualized guidance, referrals, and follow-ups, connecting families with wraparound services, community organizations, and other supports.
• Support MLL families with registration and enrollment, navigating district programs and operations, and understanding their rights and responsibilities under federal and state laws.
• Lead workshops and presentations to educate MLL families on school programs, MLL services, new arrival supports, and ways to engage in their students’ education.
• Build and sustain partnerships with community organizations, service agencies, and advocacy groups to strengthen supports for multilingual learners and their families.
• Assist with identification and placement of multilingual learners by reviewing home language surveys, administering assessments, collecting records, and conducting family interviews.
• Maintain accurate MLL student records across data systems to support program operations and assist with state and federal reporting
• Other responsibilities as directed by the MLL Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level