Bilingual Education Rights Advocate

Long Island Advocacy Center; Town of North Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package after probation

403(b) Plan

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a part-time Education Advocate to assist at-risk youth and their families in navigating the educational system. The role requires interviewing families, reviewing their school records, and providing direct advocacy for students needing Special Education services. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, advocacy or education experience, and strong bilingual skills in Spanish. The position offers a salary range of $26,000-$28,500 along with a benefits package after a probation period.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Prior experience in advocacy, education, legal, or social work is preferred.
• Strong interest in advocating for student rights.

Responsibilities

• Interview youth and families regarding educational experiences.
• Review school records to inform parents of legal rights.
• Provide advocacy to families regarding Special Education services.
• Attend school meetings to advocate for children's needs.
• Participate in educational conferences and workshops.
• Maintain reporting statistics for grant requirements.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Professional communication skills

Advocacy experience

Education or social work experience

Knowledge of Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

A nonprofit organization is seeking a part-time Education Advocate to assist at-risk youth and their families in navigating the educational system. The role requires interviewing families, reviewing their school records, and providing direct advocacy for students needing Special Education services. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, advocacy or education experience, and strong bilingual skills in Spanish. The position offers a salary range of $26,000-$28,500 along with a benefits package after a probation period.