Spanish ECE Pathways Student Liaison (Part-Time)

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW:

Northern Essex Community College:

THE COLLEGE: Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves about 5000 credit students each semester on two campuses located in the beautiful historic Merrimack Valley region of northeast Massachusetts. Our suburban Haverhill campus sits on 106 acres near Kenoza Lake and features a Technology Center and an award-winning Student One-Stop Center. Our urban campus in Lawrence occupies a number of buildings in the heart of downtown. Most recently we have constructed a new 44000 square foot health technologies facility the Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center. Both campuses are a short drive to Boston and to the beaches and state parks along the coast.

The College has been building an organizational culture that values initiative and innovation and seeks to identify and develop the strengths in students faculty staff and programs in order to grow and improve. NECC is also committed to using evidence to guide planning and decision-making. These values are reflected in the use of Appreciative Inquiry for strategic planning and accreditation; in our investment in strengths-based institution-wide professional development; and in our ten-year involvement as a Leader College in Achieving the Dream a national network of community colleges dedicated to using data to close student achievement gaps.

We are also committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. With over 40% Hispanic students NECC was the first federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in New England.

We seek leaders who are committed to the community college mission actively engaged in promoting diversity and prepared to use their unique strengths and innovation with the goal of student success.

Job Description:

POSITION: Part-Time Spanish ECE Pathways Student Liaison (Special Programs Coordinator): Department of Early Childhood Education; Haverhill and Lawrence (45 Franklin Street) Campuses; MCCC/MTA Unit Professional Position; 18.75 hours/week Monday through Friday 10:00am - 1:45pm Hours may be adjusted in alignment with contractual guidelines with prior notification per the MCCC contract. This is a contract-funded position and employment is contingent upon renewal of contract.

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Dean of Business and Professional Studies the Bilingual Student Liaison will assist the Spanish ECE Career Pathways Manager in coordinating and managing all Spanish ECE Pathways contract activities. Tasks will include student intake data collection tracking and monitoring student progress. The Student Liaison will also provide coaching for bilingual students as they complete college coursework to complete the Foundational Certificate in Spanish. The position will also include conducting site visits at student practicum sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific duties for this position include:

• Provides individualized coaching guidance and support to bilingual students as they navigate college coursework and program requirements.
• Conducts student intake including onboarding orientation and initial needs assessments for participating bilingual students.
• Serves as a liaison between students faculty and program staff to support student success and address challenges.
• Maintains regular communication with students to encourage retention engagement and program completion.
• Communicate fluently in Spanish (written and verbal) to effectively support and engage with students.
• Assists the Spanish ECE Career Pathways Manager in coordinating and implementing activities related to the contract.
• Collects maintains and updates student records and program data to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with contract requirements.
• Tracks and monitors student academic progress toward completion.
• Conducts site visits at student practicum placements to monitor progress and provide support as needed.
• Assists in preparing reports documentation and updates related to student participation and outcomes.
• Supports outreach recruitment and informational sessions for prospective program participants.
• Participates in team meetings and contributes to the continuous improvement of program services.
• The Classification Specification is available at: Programs Coordinator - HB

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Education Counseling Psychology Business Administration Mathematics Computer Science or other field related to area of assignment; with three (3) years experience and/or training involving area of assignment which may include college registration academic advisement career development career experience training curriculum development audio/visual or graphic production grant administration budget development program/project management event planning administrative work in an academic environment or personal computer operations; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Background in early childhood education (ECE) and experience with ECE credentialing through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends periodically to meet the needs of working students.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in public administration education nonprofit management social work or a related field.
• Background in early childhood education (ECE) and experience with ECE credentialing through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood classrooms.
• Knowledge of barriers that exist for higher education access and success
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:

SALARY: Anticipated salary is $35636.25 ($36.55/hour) annually with complete fringe benefit package. Complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance free dental insurance basic life insurance long-term disability insurance paid sick vacation and personal leave educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents and excellent retirement benefits. Actual salary calculated in compliance with MCCC/MTA classification system. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: May 1 2026

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the Apply Now button you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

• Cover Letter describing your qualifications and/or how you may be best suited for the role
• Resume/CV

Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.

**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)

DEADLINE: Open until filled

Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion age veteran or military status genetic information gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination harassment retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the Colleges Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources B-219/ ) the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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