Parent Liaison (ESOL Bi-Lingual) Parent Liaison (ESOL Bi-Lingual)

Fulton Schools•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides support to District schools with a high ESOL student population by implementing policies and coordinating programs to build capacity for ESOL parental involvement. The role of the parent liaison is part of a comprehensive effort to build and ensure responsiveness, problem solving, and helpfulness to all parents.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Bilingual/Biliterate in English and a minimum of one (1) other language
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an educational or social services environment
Ability to plan, organize, manage, and implement successful programs
Must display strong interpersonal and public relation skills
Ability to relate/interact with various cultures and social groups
Ability to solicit resources for District needs
Must exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive student and parent information
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Responsibilities

Interacts with parents and ensures opportunity for their involvement in our schools
Assists staff in implementing and facilitating the NCLB guidelines for ESOL services
Provides an annual orientation for ESOL parents about school, accessing the school, and ESOL program
Increases ESOL parental involvement and helps parents navigate the educational system
Offers services/information to ESOL parents and their families regarding: Health, Child Development, Parent Rights and Responsibilities, and School Improvement
Assists in the coordination of services for children and families through multiple partnerships with public and private agencies by linking family members to opportunities and services in the community
Provides opportunities for ESOL parents to enhance their knowledge of their child’s development
Conducts meetings with parents and faculty to discuss relevant information
Plans and implements parent workshops and direct parents to job skills training and job interview opportunities
Conducts written and oral surveys of ESOL parent/student needs
Documents and maintains accurate records for all requirement state and federal reporting
Develops partnerships with other social agencies
Attends selected Fulton County Parent Liaison collaboration meetings and trainings
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator