Bilingual Family Engagement & Outreach Liaison

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Multilingual Family Outreach and Engagement Liaison on a part-time, grant-funded basis to support English Learners and their families in Westfield, MA. The role involves coordinating with the EL Supervisor, connecting with caretakers, and connecting families with community resources to improve student engagement and progress.

Responsibilities include assisting families to create a stable home study environment, helping students meet course requirements, and

Qualifications

• Desire to work with multilingual students and their families to support a student’s academic growth and personal well-being; familiarity with Westfield’s social services and understanding of family dynamics.
• Language proficiency of families preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Connect with the caretaker periodically or as requested by school/district staff to determine any support needed for the family
• Work with EL Supervisor to seek community resources as is possible
• Support families to provide stable home environment for students to complete homework and come to school prepared to learn
• Support families as they acclimate with their children to schooling, especially those who’ve had interrupted or no prior schooling.
• Communicate with students, families, and school staff to identify barriers that may be preventing learning
• In small groups or one-on-one, provide enrichment and assistance to the students to meet school expectations
• Communicate with school staff about family and student progress and needs, as is necessary
• Perform any additional duties that may be assigned by the Superintendent or designee

Skills

Language proficiency

Community engagement

Job description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Multilingual Family Outreach and Engagement Liaison on a part-time, grant-funded basis to support English Learners and their families in Westfield, MA. The role involves coordinating with the EL Supervisor, connecting with caretakers, and connecting families with community resources to improve student engagement and progress.

Responsibilities include assisting families to create a stable home study environment, helping students meet course requirements, and