McKinney-Vento Berkeley County Schools Liaison

Berkeley County School District; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Berkeley County Schools is seeking a dedicated McKinney-Vento Liaison to support homeless students and families within the Martinsburg, WV area. This part-time, grant-funded position reports to the Director of Attendance and focuses on ensuring access to educational opportunities and resources.

The role involves collaboration with school personnel, community agencies, and service providers to coordinate services, advocate for rights, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or a related field.
• Experience with homeless populations in a school setting preferred.
• Knowledge of the McKinney-Vento Act and related regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify homeless students and families within the district.
• Provide support and resources to ensure educational stability and success.
• Coordinate with school staff, community agencies, and service providers.
• Ensure compliance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Compassionate approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or related field

Job description

McKinney-Vento Berkeley County Schools Liaison

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Job Details

Job ID: 5710624

Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: McKinney-Vento Berkeley County Schools Liaison

Employment Term: Part-Time. This is a grant funded position.

Reports to The Director of Attendance

Job Description: Berkeley County Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate McKinney-Vento Liaison to join our team. The McKinney-Vento Liaison will be responsible for working with school personnel to support homeless students and their families, ensuring they have access to educational opportunities and resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help schools identify homeless students and their families within the school district.
• Provide support and resources to homeless students to ensure their educational stability and success.
• Collaborate with school staff, community agencies, and service providers to coordinate services for homeless students.
• Ensure compliance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of homeless students and their families.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of services provided.
• Conduct training and awareness programs for school staff and the community on issues related to homelessness and education.
• Ensure that unaccompanied youth are enrolled in school, have opportunities to meet the same challenging academic standards as other children and youth, and are informed of their status as independent students for the FAFSA, receiving verification of that status.
• Additional job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or a related field.
• Experience working with homeless populations in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and related regulations.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable populations.
• West Virginia Board of Social Work Licensure preferred

Salary: According to Berkeley County Schools’ Teacher Salary Scale with verified years of experience and degree level based on 140 days of employment.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Student Services > Pupil Personnel Worker

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lee-Dorah Wokpara , Coordinator of Recruitment
• Berkeley County Schools
• Martinsburg, West Virginia 25405
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]