School Community Specialist

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Qualifications

This position requires knowledge of minority cultures and heritage, knowledge of the local community and the various services available to the migrant and minority community. It requires the skill to understand and follow oral and written instructions independently; read and write at a sufficient level; effectively communicate orally and in writing; maintain routine records and prepare reports; plan and organize activities according to policies; persuade and motivate individuals and groups; establish and maintain effective work relationships.

The successful applicant must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License. Completion of the twelfth grade is required, preferably supplemented by college-level courses in sociology and school / community relations. Successful experience and first-hand knowledge in working with minority groups is required. A criminal history check and a current copy of a DMV driving record will be required prior to employment.

Duties of Position

Acts as a liaison between migrant programs, minorities, schools, migrant and minority parents, and community services. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision from a school site administrator within a well defined framework of policies and procedures. The position is responsible for providing information and communication links with minority groups, exercising initiative and possessing communication skills in foreign languages. Duties include :

• Assisting in planning, implementing, and evaluating parent community involvement programs.
• Contacting local community service agencies to explain migrant and other programs, analyzing family-school needs, and learning which services are available in school and community.
• Participating in district parent involvement activities and maintaining records of activities, home visits, meetings, and preparing necessary reports.
• Working with minority students to enhance academic performance and extra-curricular participation.
• Participating in District Community Advisor meetings as necessary.

Compensation and Schedule

Starting Salary : $3,726.93 per month

Number of Months : 10.5 (to begin as soon as possible)

Hours : 8 hours per day (7 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m.)

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