Bilingual Parent/Community Liasion

School District #6 is located in the famous Rogue River Valley of Southern Oregon, nestled between the Cascade and Siskiyou Mountain ranges. The area abounds with opportunities - natural, theatrical, musical, educational and athletic. The entire school district is being restructured with an eye toward further improving our already excellent program. Our goal is to add innovative and energetic teachers who are committed equally to kids and to educational improvement and who want to be part of creative decision making.

POSITION: Bilingual Parent/Community Liasion, 8.0 hours per day
CALENDAR: 215 days per year
BUILDING: TBD
PAY RANGE: $18.36 - $23.35, depending upon previous accepted experience
POSITION START DATE: August, 2022

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:

• $18.36 - $23.35, depending upon approved accepted experience
• Longevity pay after completion of 6 years of employment
• Annual COLA pay increase (as negotiated with Oregon School Employees Association)
• Annual step pay increase awarded to eligible employees
• 8 paid holidays annually
• 10 paid sick leave days per year
• 2 paid personal leave days per year
• 5 paid bereavement leave days per year, per occurrence
• Up to $1,825. per month district-paid contribution toward full-family medical, dental and vision insurance (for full-time employees)
• $450. per month opt-out stipend for employees who demonstrate other health insurance coverage under a qualifying employer sponsored group medical plan (for full-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 6% district-paid contribution towards Oregon Public Employees Retirement System
• $55. per month employer match into a tax sheltered annuity when employee contributes $35. per month

BILINGUAL PARENT LIAISON

Purpose: The Bilingual Parent Liaison facilitates contact between Spanish-speaking students, families and school staff to enhance the success of linguistically and culturally diverse students.

Reports to: District Title Director and Building Principal

Nature of Work: The Bilingual Parent Liaison works independently following standardized routines under general supervision. The nature of the work requires adherence to Board policies and standard procedures.

Supervision Exercised: No direct supervision exercised.

Interface: Primarily interfaces with students, families, teachers, school staff and outside community agencies.

Essential Job Functions:
The statements contained above reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may at times perform other duties as assigned which could include work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Required Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
The Bilingual Parent Liaison works primarily indoors, either in a school setting or at various locations within the community. The position requires daily travel within the community, including during periods of rain and snow. The incumbent will be required to operate standard office equipment and to sit for extended periods of time. The work environment may include exposure to loud noise, communicable diseases, and slippery surfaces. Though most of the work will be performed during regular business hours, some nights and weekend work may be required when performing community outreach.

Work Year: Approximately 183 Days
Bargaining Unit: OSEA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Date Approved: tbd
Date Revised: February 15, 2018

The Central Point School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of the Central Point School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans’ status, genetic information or disability in any educational programs

• Serves as liaison between Spanish-speaking families, school staff, and relevant communal agencies.
• Builds relationships with families through telephone calls, home visits and school meetings.
• Helps to identify family and student needs and provide information and assistance to address them.
• Facilitates communication between families and schools to ensure equality of access to District programs. Consults with District personnel and families as needed to address issues of concern as they arise.
• Coordinates all District interpreters for registration, parent teacher conferences, and other school events.
• Provides outreach and guidance to help resolve academic, behavioral and health issues.Interfaces and interprets, when necessary, among families, students, and staff.
• Advocates for families by educating them about their rights and assisting them in their dealings with District personnel and outside agencies.
• Refers students and families to available school or community resources as needed.
• Advises students and families on post-high school academic and employment opportunities.
• Develops cultural understanding among District personnel to improve the quality of engagement with Spanish-speaking families.
• Maintains working partnerships with community agencies to facilitate the provision of support services to students and families.
• Provides translation services for documents and written correspondence as well as simultaneous interpretation.
• Maintains effective and respectful working relationships with staff and students.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have fluency in both English and Spanish and must be able to read and write at a professional level in both languages.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and follow multi-step written and verbal instructions in English and Spanish.
• Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.36 - $23.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Multiple Locations