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We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world. Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential. The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes ... * In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students. * All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging. * All learners have the right to a quality education. * All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment. * All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society. Must meet students where they are, assess their growth, and keep the student at the center of all decisions and practices. Position Overview: Hispanic Family Liaison - 194 days per year, 8 hours/day Bargaining Unit: Individual contract Salary Range: Individual contract, $46,000 - $53,000 per year Job Summary: The Hispanic Liaison serves as a vital bridge between Hispanic families and the school district by facilitating culturally responsive communication, supporting student success, and fostering strong community relationships. This role promotes active family involvement in the educational process, collaborates with school staff and support teams, and connects families with relevant resources to ensure equitable access to education and opportunities for Hispanic students.This position reports directly to the Equity and Family Engagement Coordinator with dotted reporting to administration. The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties. Key Responsibilities: * Serve as the primary communication liaison between Hispanic families and school personnel to foster understanding and engagement. * Promote and encourage family participation in school events, parent-teacher conferences, and academic support meetings. * Provide cultural and language support during student and family meetings to ensure inclusive and effective communication. * Collaborate with student support teams and educators to implement strategies that promote positive learning behaviors and academic success. * Assist families in accessing school and community resources, including educational, health, and social services. * Support students&#8217; social-emotional well-being by participating in re-entry meetings following absences, disciplinary actions, or transitions. * Develop and maintain strong relationships with community organizations to create opportunities for post-secondary pathways, service learning, and student enrichment. * Facilitate student engagement groups and assist in organizing school and family engagement activities in partnership with school principals and building teams. * Act as a liaison across district schools (elementary and secondary) to align services and ensure continuity of support for students and families. * Report in a dotted-line structure to building administrators to maintain alignment with site-specific goals and student needs. * Partner with other district divisions and colleagues to ensure effective processes and procedures are in place to execute services and supports. * Provide, create, and/or assist with training and capacity-building opportunities for staff and families, as needed. * Work collaboratively with district leadership, school staff, and external stakeholders to advocate for and support the needs of Hispanic students and their families. * Must be able to be flexible with scheduling and attendance within the community and other events on evenings and weekends. * Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * B.A. or B.S. in education, behavioral sciences or related field * Experience with various cultural family systems * Experience working with students and families in an equity / cultural role * Ability to inspire and motivate students * Effective communication skills * Ability to influence staff in areas of educational equity, inclusion and relevance * Ability to maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities, situations, and stress * Ability to utilize technology in learning opportunities * Ability to keep information confidential PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Bi-lingual speaker Additional Information: * Must be willing to and able to Assist in the following conditions: busy, noisy, with interruptions from staff, students, administrators and/or supervisor. * Ability to perform the following actions occasionally: sitting, using hands dexterously, talking, hearing, lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, reaching, stooping, walking, standing, bending, crouching Professional Skill Sets * Bilingual Fluency (Spanish/English): Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English to effectively engage with students, families, and staff. * Cultural Competency: Deep understanding of and sensitivity to the cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds of Hispanic students and families. * Interpersonal Communication: Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders, including students, families, school staff, and community partners. * Collaboration & Teamwork: Skilled in working across departments, schools, and community organizations to provide cohesive and student-centered support. * Family & Community Engagement: Expertise in promoting active family involvement and building strong connections between home, school, and community. * Problem-Solving & Resource Coordination: Ability to assess needs and connect families with appropriate internal and external resources. * Training & Facilitation: Experience in developing and delivering training sessions or workshops for staff, students, or families. * Student Advocacy: Strong commitment to equity and the ability to advocate for the academic, social, and emotional needs of Hispanic students. * Organizational Skills: Capable of managing multiple responsibilities, maintaining accurate records, and supporting event planning or coordination. * Adaptability & Initiative: Proactive and flexible in responding to changing needs, student circumstances, and evolving district priorities. * Knowledge of Educational Systems: Familiarity with school district operations, student support processes, and policies impacting underserved populations. Working Conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employed is regularly required to talk, hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach for objects, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and use hands to grasp and feel. The employed must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally being required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Diversity: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 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