Parent Education Specialist- Santa Rosa

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Parent Education Specialist- Santa Rosa

Bilingual/Biliterate in Spanish Required

WORK YEAR: Full-Time/ 12 Months/ 218 Days (prorated based on date of hire) /

7 hours per day

START DATE: As soon as possible after interviews

SALARY: Salary Schedule 5, Range 31, $26.03 - $38.46 per hour. Placement

dependent on experience.

BENEFITS: Generous benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and

Vision for employee and dependents. Sick and vacation leave

accrued. This position qualifies for CalPERS retirement.

AREA OF Migrant Education

ASSIGNMENT: Santa Rosa, CA

DEADLINE: This position is open until filled; to receive full consideration,

please apply by Friday, September 20, 2019 at 4:00 PM

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision of the Senior Director or designee, the Parent Education Specialist designs and

coordinates services related to the Parent and Family Engagement focus area as outlined in the State

Service Delivery Plan, and provides technical assistance and training to Region 2 Migrant Education Staff

and District Migrant Education Staff to support staff in implementing the services.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

1. Assist Area and Associate Directors in the development, implementation and evaluation of services

within the Regional Application that are associated with Parent and Family Engagement

2. Identify and develop parent education curriculum and materials

3. Design and facilitate relevant and engaging training to MEP staff who implement Parent and Family Engagement services including but not limited to Family Biliteracy; Parent Institutes; and Parent Advisory Councils

4. Deliver migrant parent trainings at Regional PAC meetings, Parent Leadership Institutes and other programs as outlined in the Regional Application

5. Assist MEP staff in the implementation of Parent and Family Engagement services at the Area level

6. Prepare accountability, services rendered, and other reports related to services addressing the Parent and Family Engagement focus area

7. Provide technical assistance to district(s) in the implementation of district level Parent and Family

Engagement services for migrant parents

8. Collaborate with community agencies within Region 2 that provide services appropriate for migrant parents and families

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

1. Parent education curriculum

2. Educational systems in California

3. Federal and state reform initiatives and legislation

Ability to:

1. Utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills

2. Develop and effectively deliver presentations

3. Work flexible schedule, including evenings

4. Work with adults in an educational setting

5. Utilize effective advocacy skills

6. Organize and manage various tasks and activities

7. Work in diverse cultural settings

8. Establish and develop home school linkages

9. Access community resources serving migrant parents

10. Ability to travel throughout the Region 2 area as program delivery requires

Education and Experience:

1. Two (2) years experience providing parent education/support services

2. Bilingual/Biliterate in the language of the target population(s)

3. Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree

TO APPLY:

Online applications only; no paper copies will be accepted. All online

applications must be accompanied by the following attachments; (incomplete

applications will not be accepted):

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Three letters of recommendation required, current letters

preferred

• Copy of Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree or Transcripts