Bilingual Family & School Liaison

Council Bluffs CSD; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Council Bluffs CSD in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Bilingual Community Liaison to support English Language Learners and Spanish-speaking families. This district-wide role is 260 days per year, 8:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., starting at $22 per hour with potential increases based on experience. The position requires at least two years of college or an associate degree in human services or education, plus at least two years' experience with bilingual families.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an accredited institution or an associate degree in human services or education.
• Minimum two years experience working with bilingual families/communities.
• Experience in an educational setting or with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Report to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Welcome new English Language Learner (ELL) students as they arrive at school.
• Assist new ELL students and families in adjusting to US schools, cultures, and lifestyles.
• Assist with planning and facilitating bilingual parent groups and activities at assigned schools.
• Assist and facilitate in-home visits as needed.
• Assist with oral and written communication between families and school staff.
• Provide translation services for school-related matters.
• Provide translation services for the Special Education Department.
• Coordinate translation services for schools/families.
• Serve as a cultural resource for the District.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities as assigned.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding families and students.
• Build and maintain professional and harmonious working relationships with students, staff and the community.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Cross-cultural communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two years of college or associate degree in human services or education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Council Bluffs CSD in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Bilingual Community Liaison to support English Language Learners and Spanish-speaking families. This district-wide role is 260 days per year, 8:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., starting at $22 per hour with potential increases based on experience. The position requires at least two years of college or an associate degree in human services or education, plus at least two years' experience with bilingual families.