MIGRANT FAMILY SERVICE ADVOCATE                                                                              

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Under the supervision of the Migrant Education Program Manager, provides supplemental instructional services to Migrant students including but not limited to literacy strategies; assist County or Region in the identification and recruitment of eligible Migrant children; performs home visits to assist with student instruction and support, performs record keeping, and identification and recruitment functions connected with student data enrollment process.; provides statistical, health and parent involvement assistance

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Program Manager

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the instruction and supervision of eligible Migrant students under the guidance of the Migrant Resource Teacher, Migrant Program Manager and/or regular classroom teacher

Provide supplemental instruction to students in each area of the student’s program, including (as applicable): academic subjects, communication skills, social skills, self-help skills, motor skills and recreational skills

Provide instructional support in the student’s primary language when necessary

Demonstrate, to students the manner in which tasks are performed

Modify activities to retain student interest and attention

Assist, monitor and reinforce student learning

Assist teacher with planning and with the preparation of activities, equipment and materials prior to arrival of students

Assist in monitoring and evaluating student progress by completing related student records and documents (i.e. documenting of instructional time with students, etc.)

May assist in supervising students as requested by the Migrant Resource Teacher and/or Migrant Program Administrator

Identify and recruit eligible Migrant families. Determine program enrollment by verifying eligibility factors based on established federal and/or state regulations and guidelines, and record pertinent information on the Certificate of Eligibility

Expedite completion of pre-enrollment requirements by assisting families to obtain the necessary documentation and by completing all required forms and health records accurately and in a timely manner

Review completed student enrollment verification forms for accuracy, student eligibility, and possible audit exceptions

Complete related paperwork to enroll, disenroll and update Migrant student status records of prospective enrollees with student’s family members, and current or previous schools

Prepare reports on identification and recruitment activities; collect enrollment and activity reports and compile into monthly reports for submission to the Regional Office

Research and maintain data and records for assigned program, county, state and federal reports including data of services provided, referrals and follow–up on students and families served

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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (continued)

Works closely with school office and regional staff to contact families regarding attendance, application and enrollment status, discrepancies, and incomplete information, and returns applicable documents in a timely fashion for verification of information

Processes termination records upon the withdrawal of children or the determination of a family’s ineligibility to receive program services

Performs record keeping pertinent to student data enrollment process and researches and maintains data and records for assigned program, or county, state and federal reports including data of services provided, referrals and follow–up on students and families served

Communicates purpose of the assigned program to prospective enrollees and their families

Informs and encourages parent/guardian participation in school activities and events, and community associations and agencies

Explains, interprets, and clarifies program regulations and guidelines, agency resources, procedures, rights and responsibilities

Assists in developing and presenting in-service training on relevant subjects to parents, staff, students, and community groups/agencies at various meetings

Serves as a resource person to schools and school staffs

Attends trainings at the county, state and federal level as required by program

Provides supplementary health education to eligible Migrant families and makes referrals to appropriate agencies to meet covered needs including emergency dental, health, educational programs, social services and clothing

Assists with parent education programs and facilitates parent participation in parent advisory committee

Serves as health services liaison between the Migrant student and the appropriate agencies

Serves as an advocate for students and parents

Helps develop positive and supportive attitudes among parents of Migrant children toward school attendance and the educational progress of their children

Provides crisis and/or emergency intervention

Provides for translation when necessary

Makes home and public contacts as needed (i.e. home visits)

Establishes and maintains ongoing channels of communication between home and school

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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (continued)

Arranges for transportation of students and their parents for medical or emergency purposes

Performs a wide variety of tasks helping Migrant children and families

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

Strong English and Spanish verbal and written communication skills including spelling, grammar and punctuation and math; modern office methods and practices; proper phone etiquette and record keeping; First Aid principles and practices

Ability to:

Communicate effectively in English and Spanish language both orally and in writing; understand and follow oral and written instructions in an independent manner; demonstrate understanding, patience, a positive attitude and genuine interest in working with students; ability to multi-task, provide leadership and be organized; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; analyze situations accurately and adapt as appropriate, effective course of action; be flexible with a positive attitude and possess excellent interpersonal skills; work with Migrant families in a home setting; prepare and deliver group presentations; learn and implement laws and regulations governing program; physically participate in activities outside the classroom such as: recreational activities and field trips; handle information in a discreet and confidential manner; plan, formulate and execute clerical procedures and directives in accordance with assigned duties; work occasionally evenings/weekends, if necessary; work cooperatively with Migrant parents, District, Region and State personnel; maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; perform appropriate CPR and First Aid when necessary and operate a variety of office machines and type at a level to complete required tasks accurately and efficiently

Experience:

Working with children

Education:

Education as required by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001:  High school diploma AND two years of higher education study (48 semester units) OR possession of an Associate’s or higher degree OR met a rigorous standard of quality and able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge and/or the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics

License(s)/Certificate(s):

First Aid Certification within six (6) months of employment;  CPR Certification within six (6) months of employment; Valid California driver’s license and evidence of insurability

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform a job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed in the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working with children in an educational/Migrant education setting

Experience working in a community with demographics similar to Salinas

Experience working with community service agencies

One (1) year experience working with Migrant Education Program or in related health or social service setting

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PHYSICAL EFFORT/WORK ENVIRONMENT:  Good physical condition; Sit for long period of time or work in confined spaces; Perceive the nature of sound; Must have visual acuity for the purposes of reading computer screens, manuals, labels and other printed matter.  New employees must pass District physical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening.