Homeless & Foster Care Liaison - Paraeducator

Centralia School District; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-Time Schedule

Job summary

Sylvania at Futurus High School seeks a liaison to assist students experiencing homelessness and in foster care with enrollment, attendance, and access to services. You will coordinate with families, schools, child welfare, and community partners while protecting confidentiality and helping ensure district compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, outreach, and timely support across district programs and services to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and active listening with diverse families.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow district procedures.
• Adaptability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to interpret policies and guidance related to foster care and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support eligible students through outreach and coordination with schools and partners.
• Help students enroll promptly, obtain records, attend regularly, and participate in instruction and support programs.
• Coordinate school selection, placement, transportation, and eligibility processes.
• Monitor attendance, progress, and access to services; address barriers as needed.
• Provide staff consultation and training on identification, rights, and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Empathy

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Postsecondary study (education or human services)

Job description

Sylvania at Futurus High School seeks a liaison to assist students experiencing homelessness and in foster care with enrollment, attendance, and access to services. You will coordinate with families, schools, child welfare, and community partners while protecting confidentiality and helping ensure district compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, outreach, and timely support across district programs and services to promote student success.