Migrant Education Student Support SpecialistPart time - Northumberland, Snyder and Union CountiesThe Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit (CSIU) migrant education program is seeking a qualified candidate for a part time position as Migrant Education Student Support Specialist. This position requires travel within Northumberland, Snyder and Union Counties (Lewisburg, Milton, Northumberland, Selinsgrove and Sunbury) areas. In addition, this is a home-based position requiring that the employee establishes their home as the base office.The Migrant Education Student Support Specialist is responsible for working with schools and service agencies to advocate for and assist all students in developing positive self-concepts, educational competencies and in all areas that will enable the student to become a responsible and productive member of society and for providing summer instruction to migrant students.Hourly wage: $16.93 18.98 depending on education and qualifications. This a part time position following a schedule of 29 hours a week over 260 days per annual program.Education and experience required:
A Bachelor's degree in education, social work or social service, communications or other related area; Or will consider a High School Diploma/equivalent General Education Diploma and a minimum two (2) years' work experience with migrant, refugee or English-As-Second Language (ESL) students as the minimum requirement.
Previous experience as a teacher or caseworker or other experience involving the direct services to children or young adults; previous experience with regional service agencies is helpful.
Must have knowledge of educational issues and trends or teaching experience.
Knowledge of appropriate support services and agencies required.
Ability to assist parents/families in promoting educational achievement and health/support services access.
Bilingual in Spanish or Nepali preferred, depending on the students to be served.
Able to travel to various locations within the program region.
Ability to operate a computer and basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail required.
Adept at using virtual meeting platforms such as Skype, Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
Must have ability to communicate and work effectively with colleagues, co-workers, community agency personnel, and students/trainees.
Requires the ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships using tact and diplomacy and to remain calm in unpredictable situations.
Please apply online at www.csiu.org/jobs and follow the application requirements. In addition, please upload a current resume, cover letter and copies of college transcript(s) with application materials. EOE.