Migrant Education Recruiter - Gettysburg

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5; Gettysburg (Adams County); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 49 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical benefits ($75 premium)

PTO 20 days

Sick days 13

Personal days 5

Mental Health days 2

Résumé du poste

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5 in the United States is seeking a Migrant Education Recruiter to identify, recruit, and enroll eligible migrant children and out-of-school youth under the Migrant Education grant plan. The recruiter collaborates with schools and service agencies to advocate for students and help develop self-concepts and educational competencies.

This 260-day, 35-hour-per-week position includes benefits and a prorated salary; requires a high school diploma and a valid

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency is required.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related area is desirable.
• Must hold a valid driver's license in the state of residence.
• Bilingual in Spanish or Creole preferred.

Responsabilités

• Maintain knowledge of Migrant Education Program guidelines and procedures.
• Develop understanding of educational initiatives and services for migrant students and related communities.
• Provide instructional support and intervention for students through schools, homes, and service agencies (10% or less of duties).
• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, funding agents, and IU5 staff.
• Advocate for the Migrant Education Program to parents, schools, government and service agencies.
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation accurately.
• Interpret and translate for parents, staff, and school personnel as needed.
• Attend required trainings and meetings; provide regular program updates to the Supervisor Migrant Education and Recruitment Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Bachelor's degree in education, or related area

Description du poste

Position Summary:

The Migrant Education Recruiter is responsible for the identification, recruitment, enrollment of eligible migrant children and out of school youth in accordance with the Migrant Education state and local site recruitment plan. They will also work with schools and service agencies to advocate and assist all students in developing self-concepts, educational competencies, etc. to become responsible and productive members of the society. This is a grant funded position.

Benefit Details (July 1st - June 30th)

Salary: $44,365 to be prorated for the remainder of the 26-27 school year (not negotiable)

260 Day position

Hours per week: 35

PTO: 20 vacation days, 13 sick days, 5 personal days, 2 Mental Health days - prorated for remainder of the 26-27 school year

Medical benefits are available your first date of employment with a monthly premium share of only $75

Requires a minimum contribution of 8% by the employee to the PSERS retirement system

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Must hold a valid driver's license in the individual's state of residence

Qualifications Desired:

• Bachelor's degree in education, or related area
• Experience with accessing regional support services
• Bilingual, in Spanish or Creole preferred
• 1-3 years of previous experience as a teacher or caseworker or other experience involving the direct services to children and young adults
• Working knowledge of Migrant Education Program and services

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a working knowledge of guidelines, regulations, and procedures relevant to the Migrant Education Program
• Develop and maintain an understanding of educational initiatives, developmentally-appropriate programs, government, and social services which are available for migrant students, and multicultural awareness issues, as appropriate
• Provide instructional support and intervention for students through their schools, homes, and appropriate service agencies and Out of School Youth (10% or less of job responsibilities)
• Maintain a positive working relationship with appropriate stakeholders, funding agents, and IU5 staff
• Act as an advocate for the Migrant Education Program and migrant students by explaining the components of the program to parents, schools, government, social service agencies, and other appropriate community agencies
• Maintain all required and appropriate records and necessary documentation accurately
• Interpret and translate (oral or written) for parents, staff, and school personnel as a supplemental service as needed
• Attend required state and local trainings and meetings
• Maintain effective communications with and provide regular program updates to the Supervisor Migrant Education and Recruitment Coordinator of School Improvement Services - Federal and State Programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Performance Factors/Job Competencies:

• Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and guidelines
• Adapt to change
• Collect, document, and report data accurately
• Meet all program responsibilities
• Communicate effectively
• Build collaborative relationships

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. Incumbent must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. This role routinely uses standard office equipment with a vast majority of the time utilizing computers to complete daily tasks. Due to travel outside of the home office, candidates are required to have a vehicle and valid driver's license to attend job related duties, meetings, seminars, and trainings.

Physical Demands: (% of time)

• Standing: Occasionally (<20%)
• Sitting: Frequently (>80%)
• Lifting: 0-20lbs. Occasionally (<20%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); Over 50 lbs. Rarely
• Travel: Frequently (<80%)
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (<20%)
• Manual Keying/Data Entry: Often (30-60%)

Note: Position will remain open for applications until it has been filled.