Hispanic Achievement Liaison Candidate Pool
Howard County Public School System
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Job summary
Howard County Public School System is seeking a Hispanic Achievement Program Liaison to support acceleration and enrichment for Hispanic/Latino students. The role works under supervision of the Hispanic Achievement Program Supervisor and collaborates with students, families, and staff to close achievement gaps.
The position emphasizes equity, data-informed decision making, and partnerships with community organizations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience working with Hispanic school-aged children and their families in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with school staff to implement the school system vision and mission by serving as a communication link between school staff, Hispanic students, and their families.
- Monitor the academic progress of all Hispanic students to ensure appropriate placement in academic program, as well as growth and acceleration of academic achievement.
- Monitor the behavioral data of all Hispanic students to increase positive learning behaviors that set a foundation for student achievement.
- Serve as a communication link between school staff and Hispanic/Latino students and their families.
- Engage and facilitate the involvement of Hispanic/Latino families in the educational process.
Skills
Education
Job description
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
The Student Access and Achievement Program supports various school-based acceleration and enrichment programs offered during the school day, after school hours, and beyond the school year. The goal of Student Access and Achievement is to provide support for our school system’s efforts to accelerate the academic achievement of all students, especially Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, and multilingual learners.
The Hispanic Achievement Program Liaison is employed through the Howard County Public School System and is assigned to one or more specific schools. Working under the supervision of the Hispanic Achievement Program Supervisor and the direction of the school principal, this position collaborates with students, staff, families, and community members to accelerate the academic achievement of all Hispanic/Latino students.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience: Experience working with Hispanic school-aged children and their families in the United States.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience: Experience in a PreK-12 public school system
- Experience: Experience analyzing data related to educational outcomes
- Experience: Experience working on equity, advocacy, or related projects.
- Experience: Experience working with community organizations or government agencies.
- Collaborate with school staff to implement the school system vision and mission by serving as a communication link between school staff, Hispanic students, and their families.
- Monitor the academic progress of all Hispanic students to ensure appropriate placement in academic program, as well as growth and acceleration of academic achievement.
- Monitor the behavioral data of all Hispanic students to increase positive learning behaviors that set a foundation for student achievement.
- Serve as a communication link between school staff and Hispanic/Latino students and their families.
- Engage and facilitate the involvement of Hispanic/Latino families in the educational process.
- Establish relationships with administrators, colleagues, students, and parents that reflect recognition and respect for every individual.
- Collaborate with non-profits and government agencies to support Hispanic/Latino students and their families.
- Participate in curricular program meetings (such as Gifted and Talented Education, Special Education, and other Student Services) to provide information, support, and feedback to families.
- Educational Equity & Culturally Responsive Practices: Understanding of systemic educational equity, culturally responsive pedagogy, and research-based strategies designed to accelerate academic achievement and support the social-emotional well-being of Hispanic/Latino students.
- Data Analysis: Understanding of data-driven decision-making frameworks and data reporting to measure intervention efficacy and student progress.
- Community & Family Engagement: Knowledge of best practices for authentically engaging Hispanic/Latino families, community stakeholders, and grassroots organizations in the educational process.
- Strategic & Operational Planning: Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple complex initiatives simultaneously (e.g., Individual case management)
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional relationship-building skills to collaborate effectively with students, teachers, families, internal district offices, school-based administrators, and external community partners.
- Event Planning & Coordination: Skill in organizing, coordinating, and executing small to medium-scale community recognition events and student achievement celebrations.
- Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Technology: Proficiency with web-based productivity and collaboration tools (Google Suite preferred or Microsoft Office Suite).
- Equity-Driven Advocacy: Ability to champion educational equity and serve as a strategic voice for Hispanic/Latino students and families within a school building.
- Cultural Humility & Relationship Building: Ability to establish trust, rapport, and meaningful partnerships with families, community members, and personnel from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Ability to navigate complex institutional structures, resolve conflicts, and pivot program strategies to meet the evolving needs of students and the school community.
The duty day for this position is 8.0 hours including a 60-minute duty-free lunch.
This is a 10-month per year position in the Howard County Education Association, Educational Support Professionals (HCEA-ESP) employee unit. The current salary range for this position is Grade 23 on the HCEA-ESP 10-month Technical Central Office and School Based salary scale. Step placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA-ESP Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. Retirement Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.
HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.
Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors. All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing. Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email humanresources@hcpss.org. HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email humanresources@hcpss.org.
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
For questions regarding this posting, please contact: Denise_Lee@hcpss.org
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