Parent Liaison- ESOL Bi-Lingual

Summary Provides support to District schools with a high ESOL student population by implementing policies and coordinating programs to build capacity for ESOL parental involvement; the role of the parent liaison is part of a comprehensive effort to build and ensure responsiveness, problem solving, and the helpfulness to all parentsEssential Duties Interacts with parents and ensures opportunity for their involvement in our schools Assists staff in implementing and facilitating the NCLB guidelines for ESOL services Provides an annual orientation for ESOL parents about school, accessing the school, and ESOL program Increases ESOL parental involvement and helps parents navigate the educational system Offers services/information to ESOL parents and their families regarding: Health, Child Development, Parent Rights and Responsibilities, and School Improvement Assists in the coordination of services for children and families through multiple partnerships with public and private agencies by linking family members to opportunities and services in the community Provides opportunities for ESOL parents to enhance their knowledge of their child’s development Conducts meetings with parents and faculty to discuss relevant information Plans and implements parent workshops and direct parents to job skills training and job interviews opportunities Conducts written and oral surveys of ESOL parent/student needs Documents and maintains accurate records for all requirement state and federal reporting Develops partnerships with other social agencies Attends selected Fulton County Parent Liaison collaboration meetings and trainings Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator Required Education High School Diploma or GED equivalentCertification/Licensure Bilingual/Biliterate in English and a minimum of one (1) other languageExperience Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an educational or social services environmentKnowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to plan, organize, manage, and implement successful programs Must display strong interpersonal and public relation skills Ability to relate/interact with various cultures and social groups Ability to solicit resources for District needs Must exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive student and parent information Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Excellent organizational and leadership skills Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Demands Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment