What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student and Family Advocate (District - Spanish) position at Iowa City Community School District?
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, education or related field preferred
- 3-5 years of experience working in a K-12 education system and/or providing direct service in the social service field preferred
- Fluent Spanish speaker able to communicate in conversation and writing
- Ability to translate preferred
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable
Reports To:
- Manager of Learning Supports
Supervises: NA
Job Goal(s):
Performs the full range of professional duties required to support the district, including the performance of complex and/or sensitive activities; may manage large-scale, long-term projects; and performs related duties as required or assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
- Serves as a connection point between the school, families and community resources
- Provides expertise within specific functions and responsibilities of the department
- Serves as a resource for school-based administration and staff
- May be asked to represent the district in meetings, planning sessions, or formal presentations
- Oversees specific job responsibilities listed below
Job Specific Responsibilities
- Support targeted students and families who speak Spanish
- Provides individual student support, promotes family engagement and acts as a liaison between school, families and community resources
- Assist with enrollment, orientation, and connection to educational services for students and families, including McKinney-Vento, Fostering Connections and Migrant Education Program eligibility determinations
- Assist in publicizing and communicating with families about educational services, opportunities, and events to increase involvement and participation
- Foster time and attention on school-family engagement
- Provide referrals to and assist in navigating school and community resources
- Document, monitor and report required information on students served and services provided
- Participate in building and/or district level team meetings and professional development opportunities
- Develop and lead professional learning opportunities for stakeholders focused on deepening an understanding of educational and cultural norms that impact our students and their families
- Collaborate closely with District/school staff to identify and support families
