**Experienced Bilingual Student/Family Support Assistant – Community Outreach and Educational Support Specialist**
About Us
Aberdeen School District No. 5 is a dynamic and inclusive educational institution serving the community of Aberdeen, Washington. Our district is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that fosters academic excellence, social growth, and emotional well-being for all students. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students, families, and staff.Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Bilingual Student/Family Support Assistant to join our team at AJ West Elementary. This is a part-time position that requires a high level of communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. As a Bilingual Student/Family Support Assistant, you will act as a liaison between the school and parents/students, providing support and connecting families to community resources. You will also assist in the implementation of instructional and non-instructional programs, perform routine clerical and office tasks, and provide support to teachers and other district staff.Key Responsibilities
- Assist parents in using available community resources for social, educational, and health needs.
- Collaborate with staff and parents to develop and implement activities for families with children.
- Participate in planning meetings with building staff to coordinate services.
- Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled.
- Assist in organizing and facilitating student/family conferences.
- Act as a translator during conferences/meetings.
- Assist teacher in the daily management, organization, monitoring, and safety of children.
- Supervise recess and lunch periods, field trips, locker rooms, study and detention rooms, and student arrival/departure activities.
- Supervise and conduct individuals and small groups in educational, creative, and structured play activities.
- Assist with classwork and assignments, tutor, and monitor student activities in the classroom and special sessions.
- Communicate with teacher concerning individual student needs and progress.
- Monitor student behavior and progress, and share observations with teacher and other professional staff.
- Assist teachers in preparation of student work contracts and program.
- Administer discipline as authorized.
- May be required to provide basic first aid care to ill and injured students.
- Act as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behavior to students.
- May operate a computer using educational software to provide student instruction and assistance.
- Process and distribute forms, correspondence, worksheets, tests, and schedules by using office machines such as a computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment.
- Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
- May enter data into computer and maintain various databases, such as Skyward and attendance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- AA degree, 72 college credits, or pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment.
- Post high school training in child development and related training desired.
- Spanish/English speaking/translation.
- Type II driver's license may be required.
- CPR/First Aid may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage.
- Good communication skills.
- Training/experience in social work, education, or counseling desired.
- Must be able to translate English to Spanish in oral and written form.
- Desired effective characteristics include flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to develop relationships and willingness to learn new skills.
- Experience working with families with low socio-economic status.
- General knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment, and ability to operate standard office equipment such as computer and photocopier.
- Physical ability to perform required duties which may include lifting and positioning students in and out of a vehicle, wheelchair, therapy equipment, etc.
- Ability to handle students with behavioral and physical handicapping conditions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the general public.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and be flexible to meet deadlines.
- Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.