Refugee Education Support Specialist (Hybrid)

Hiiraan Online Inc.; Abilene (TX); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Abilene, TX is hiring a full-time Student Support Specialist to work with refugee students, families, AISD staff, and volunteers. The role focuses on educational integration, academic coaching, and coordinating with partners to promote student success.

You will train mentors, organize group activities, monitor attendance, and ensure safeguarding and documentation compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, or Social Work preferred.
• Experience with at-risk youth in educational or social programs.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken English; bilingual ability desired.

Responsibilities

• Educational case management and coaching for refugee students and families.
• Coordinate with AISD and coordinators to promote academic success.
• Refer students to IRC services or external partners as needed for medical and social support.
• Provide training to volunteers and organize group programming and events.
• Maintain accurate program data and contribute to reporting.

Skills

Educational case management

Refugee/immigrant populations

English proficiency

Bilingual ability

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, or Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Abilene, TX is hiring a full-time Student Support Specialist to work with refugee students, families, AISD staff, and volunteers. The role focuses on educational integration, academic coaching, and coordinating with partners to promote student success.

You will train mentors, organize group activities, monitor attendance, and ensure safeguarding and documentation compliance.