Migrant Education Recruiter

Position Details: We are looking for a Migrant Education Recruiter to work up to 20 hours per week in the Charleroi PA area. Candidate will need to have flexible availability as the schedule will be based on the needs of the students and families that we serve. This will include weekend and evening hours. Hourly rate for this position is $22.57.

Position Summary:
The Migrant Education Recruiter is responsible for the identification recruitment enrollment of eligible migrant children and out of school youth in accordance with the Migrant Education state and local site recruitment plan. They will also work with schools and service agencies to advocate and assist all students in developing self-concepts educational competencies etc. to become responsible and productive members of the society. This is a grant funded position.

Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalency
- Bilingual in Spanish or Creole preferred
- Must hold a valid drivers license in the individuals state of residence

Qualifications Desired:
- Bachelors degree in education or related area
- Experience with accessing regional support services
- 1-3 years of previous experience as a teacher or caseworker or other experience involving the direct services to children and young adults
- Working knowledge of Migrant Education Program and services

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Maintain a working knowledge of guidelines regulations and procedures relevant to the Migrant Education Program
- Develop and maintain an understanding of educational initiatives developmentally-appropriate programs government and social services which are available for migrant students and multicultural awareness issues as appropriate
- Provide instructional support and intervention for students through their schools homes and appropriate service agencies and Out of School Youth (10% or less of job responsibilities)
- Maintain a positive working relationship with appropriate stakeholders funding agents and IU5 staff
- Act as an advocate for the Migrant Education Program and migrant students by explaining the components of the program to parents schools government social service agencies and other appropriate community agencies
- Maintain all required and appropriate records and necessary documentation accurately
- Interpret and translate (oral or written) for parents staff and school personnel as a supplemental service as needed
- Attend required state and local trainings and meetings
- Maintain effective communications with and provide regular program updates to the Supervisor Migrant Education and Recruitment Coordinator of School Improvement Services - Federal and State Programs
- Perform other duties as assigned

Performance Factors/Job Competencies:
- Comply with all federal state and local laws and guidelines
- Adapt to change
- Collect document and report data accurately
- Meet all program responsibilities
- Communicate effectively
- Build collaborative relationships

Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. Incumbent must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. This role routinely uses standard office equipment with a vast majority of the time utilizing computers to complete daily tasks. Due to travel outside of the home office candidates are required to have a vehicle and valid drivers license to attend job related duties meetings seminars and trainings.

Physical Demands: (% of time)
Standing: Occasionally (<20%)
Sitting: Frequently (>80%)
Lifting: 0-20lbs. Occasionally (<20%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); Over 50 lbs. Rarely
Travel: Frequently (<80%)
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (<20%)
Manual Keying/Data Entry: Often (30-60%)

Note: Position will remain open for applications until it has been filled.