Limited Term Migrant Education Program Advocate I at San Diego County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Migrant Education is a federally funded program authorized through the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 designed to provide supplementary educational and support services to identified migrant students. The Migrant Education Program Region IX is administered through the San Diego County Office of Education and serves students in Orange and San Diego Counties. Migrant Education, Region IX, is a supplemental educational program that provides support services through collaborating with school districts and other community agencies to maximize the potential of migrant students. Working closely with parents, each district designs its own plan of services to provide the most effective program possible for students to ensure equitable opportunities and increase graduation rates.
Requirements / Qualifications
The San Diego County Office of Education is currently looking to add to the limited-term pool for the classification of Migrant Education Program Advocate I.
Under general direction, the Migrant Education Program Advocate I provides supplemental instructional, health, and social services to migrant children and their families; and serves as a link between program, home, school, and community agencies; assists in the identification of eligible migrant students (preschool through age 22).
This classification requires:
- Oral competency and literacy in Spanish and English, and the ability to translate orally and in writing from English to Spanish and Spanish to English.
- One (1) year of experience working with children, families, community groups, and public agencies.
- A valid California driver’s license and availability of reliable private transportation to and from field assignments are also required.
Additionally, candidates must demonstrate the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA, previously referred to as the NCLB Act) compliance. In order to satisfy the paraprofessional requirements of the ESSA, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
- Completed at least 48-semester units at an accredited college or university; OR,
- Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; OR,
- Successful completion of the SDCOE Paraprofessional ESSA exam, administered by the San Diego County Office of Education, in basic reading, writing, mathematics skills, and the ability to assist with instruction.
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:
- Resume, detailing education and experience
- Proof of ESSA completion -- copies of transcript(s) or degree(s) to be considered-- see above
Requirements / Qualifications
The San Diego County Office of Education is currently looking to add to the limited-term pool for the classification of Migrant Education Program Advocate I.
Under general direction, the Migrant Education Program Advocate I provides supplemental instructional, health, and social services to migrant children and their families; and serves as a link between program, home, school, and community agencies; assists in the identification of eligible migrant students (preschool through age 22).
This classification requires:
- Oral competency and literacy in Spanish and English, and the ability to translate orally and in writing from English to Spanish and Spanish to English.
- One (1) year of experience working with children, families, community groups, and public agencies.
- A valid California driver’s license and availability of reliable private transportation to and from field assignments are also required.
Additionally, candidates must demonstrate the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA, previously referred to as the NCLB Act) compliance. In order to satisfy the paraprofessional requirements of the ESSA, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
- Completed at least 48-semester units at an accredited college or university; OR,
- Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; OR,
- Successful completion of the SDCOE Paraprofessional ESSA exam, administered by the San Diego County Office of Education, in basic reading, writing, mathematics skills, and the ability to assist with instruction.
To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:
- Resume, detailing education and experience
- Proof of ESSA completion -- copies of transcript(s) or degree(s) to be considered-- see above
Comments and Other Information
It is important to note to become a substitute/limited-term employee, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $77 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost that must be paid in the form of a money order or cashier’s check). In addition, if you apply and are selected for a permanent position at any point there would be an additional $77 cost (currently) for fingerprinting as a permanent employee (taken out of your first regular paycheck).
Please note that your completed online application must include all of the required supplemental documentation. Emailed or Faxed supplemental documents will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with the San Diego County Office of Education is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check. The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Comments and Other Information
It is important to note to become a substitute/limited-term employee, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $77 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost that must be paid in the form of a money order or cashier’s check). In addition, if you apply and are selected for a permanent position at any point there would be an additional $77 cost (currently) for fingerprinting as a permanent employee (taken out of your first regular paycheck).
Please note that your completed online application must include all of the required supplemental documentation. Emailed or Faxed supplemental documents will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with the San Diego County Office of Education is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check. The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
10/12/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
3
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Support Grade 40: $23.70 per hour
Length of Work Year
As Needed
Employment Type
Part Time
Location
San Diego County