Family Registration Specialist

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); Sur place; USD 30 996 - 33 751; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Family Registration Specialist in New Bedford, Massachusetts, to manage student registrations and assist families with inquiries. This vital role involves working with diverse families and understanding community services related to education.

The ideal candidate has a High School degree, 2+ years of related experience, and strong bilingual skills. The position offers an hourly rate between $22.50 and $24.50, reflecting the important work done for the students and families of New Bedford.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with schools, families, and preschool students.
• Knowledge of Special Education, English Learners, and Early Childhood programs.
• Excellent organization and management skills.

Responsabilités

• Process and complete registration for all students.
• Assist families with questions, concerns, or changes to their child’s information.
• Maintain accurate electronic student records.

Connaissances

Bilingual/multilingual speaking

Community knowledge

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Formation

High School Degree or equivalent

Description du poste

Family Registration Specialist

New Bedford Public Schools, Paul Rodrigues Administration Building – New Bedford, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

JOB GOAL:

• Process and complete registration for all students of New Bedford Public Schools.
• Administer any necessary assessments and screenings upon a student’s registration.
• Assist families with any questions, concerns, or changes to their child’s information.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide information regarding services through various community partners to respond to families’ individual needs.
• Assist the Family Registration Center team with the registration of new students and duties related to recruitment, enrollment, placement of schools, and special programs.
• Answer all incoming calls from parents related to student registration and/or Family Support Line.
• Assist families with supplemental services, address changes, notary services, magnet or school choice applications, caregiver affidavits, referrals, and interpretations.
• Maintain accurate electronic student records.
• Assist students and parents with completion of registration materials and provide brief orientation to new students and families.
• Identify students in Foster Care or in a homeless situation at time of enrollment.
• Identify students that may be in Foster Care or homeless and provide specialized services to all families enrolling in NBPS.
• Attend parent nights associated with the Family Registration Center and other New Bedford Public School sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

1. High School Degree or equivalent required.
2. Bilingual/multilingual speaking (strongly encouraged) with strong ties to the community.
3. Minimum of 2 years of experience working with schools, families, and preschool students is required.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of community agencies and partnerships to assist families and their needs.
5. Knowledge and understanding of Special Education, English Learners (EL), Migrant, McKinney‑Vento, and Early Childhood programs.
6. Basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
7. Excellent organization and management skills.
8. Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and/or Crioulo and/or K’iche’ (read, write, speak) preferred.

Terms of Employment

Position is non‑union. Hourly Rate: $22.50 – $24.50 per hour. Work Year: Calendar year position – Twelve (12) months.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Julie Mador, Registrar
• 455 County Street
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740
• Phone: [phone] x3424
• Email: [e-mail]