K-8 and Special Education Home Liaison

Granger Middle School; Granger (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Granger School District 204 – Granger Middle School, Granger, Washington, is hiring a District K-8 and Special Education Home Liaison. The role requires bilingual English/Spanish communication and supports special education programs across the district.

The position is temporary and ends December 31, 2026, with duties including interpreter support, scheduling evaluations, and parent communication. Starting immediately, the 8-hour workday runs Monday through Friday, with duties that include

Qualifications

• Bilingual required (English/Spanish).
• Must pass a background check prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the special education administrative assistant to obtain required parent forms and interview information.
• Complete purchase orders and credit card statements with the admin assistant.
• Complete reports to support the special education budget.
• Assist in scheduling evaluations and IEPs; act as interpreter for evaluations and IEP meetings as needed.
• Translate for building meetings as needed.
• Assist in administering assessment instruments and procedures for bilingual assessments.
• Facilitate resolution of parent, student, and/or school issues for special education students.
• Maintain records of home visits.
• Understand and translate special education terminology.
• Work with families and students to maintain legal mandates.
• Transport students/parents to related services as directed by the Director of Special Education.
• Coordinate transportation for the special education bus.
• Provide coverage for absent staff as directed.
• Input yearly post-secondary survey data for state reporting.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate of Arts/Business

Washington State Interpreter Certification (preferred)

Job description

K-8 and Special Education Home Liaison

Granger School District 204 - Granger Middle School, Granger, Washington. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5949118

Application Deadline: Oct 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

District K-8 and Special Education Home Liaison

Bilingual Required

JOB TITLE: District K-8 and Special Education Home Liaison

This is a temporary position expected to end December 31st, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduation or equivalent; ability to work with all age children, school staff, and parents; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; bilingual required (English/Spanish); preferred Washington State Interpreter Certification, Associate of Arts/Business. Must successfully pass a background check prior to employment.

REPORTS TO: The Director of Special Education.

JOB GOAL: To assist with the special education and building contacts as needed to accomplish the goals and requirements of the special education program and building needs.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the special education administrative assistant to obtain required parent forms and interview information.
• Work with the special education administrative assistant to complete purchase orders and credit card statements.
• Work with the special education administrative assistant to complete reports to support the special education budget.
• Assist in scheduling evaluations and IEPs; act as interpreter for evaluations and IEP meetings, as necessary.
• Translating for building meetings as needed.
• Assist in administering assessment instruments and procedures as needed for appropriate bilingual assessments.
• Facilitate the resolution of parent, student, and/or school issues for special education students as requested by the Director of Special Education.
• Maintain appropriate records of home visits.
• Able to understand and translate special education terminology.
• Work with special education families and students to assist in maintaining legal mandates.
• Transport students and parents to mental health, medical, or any appropriate related service as directed by the Director of Special Education.
• Transportation coordinator for the special education bus.
• Provide coverage for absent staff as needed and as directed by the Director of Special Education.
• Conduct and input yearly post-secondary survey data for state reporting within a strict timeline.
• Participate in scheduling, attending, and supporting district-wide parent involvement meetings.
• Hold a valid driver's license and personal car insurance.
• Take the annual driver safety course offered by the school district.
• Complete First Aid Certification through the school district.
• Complete the Right Response Certification through the school district.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Conduct home visits to obtain needed documents for special education and/or building needed documentation.
• Be able to perform job tasks as follows:
• Lift and carry 10-50 lbs frequently.
• Assist with lifting over 50 lbs.
• Provide care to clients in toileting; requires transferring weight skills.
• Use restraint techniques with clients when necessary.
• Be able to bend, kneel, squat, twist, turn, and extended arm use involving various weights frequently.
• Be on feet the majority of the workday
• Must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

LIMITS OF AUTHORITY: Reports to Director of Special Education

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Classified schedule.

LENGTH: Temporary position, expected to end in January 2027

SCHEDULE: 8 hours per day, Monday–Friday, generally 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The daily schedule may be adjusted as needed to meet the needs of the department and may be changed by the Director of Special Education.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: As established by the Board of Directors, applicable collective bargaining agreement, state law, and district policy.

EVALUATION: By the Director of Special Education

Position Type: Temporary

Salary: $24.85 to $31.81 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rachel Mejia, Special Education Director
• Granger Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]