POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
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One position supporting Spanish speaking families
WORK SCHEDULE: 20 hours per week
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September - May; Hours will be primarily worked during the student school year
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June - August; Additional hours may be requested during the summer months
SALARY: $25 per hour (non-negotiable)
Hiring Managers: Miguel Benjamin, Coordinator of Interpretation Services
If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4253 or email [email protected].
Job Description: The Cultural Liaison serves as a bridge between RPS and families by supporting communication, strengthening relationships, and ensuring culturally responsive engagement.
Job Responsibilities:
- Coordinate parent/caregiver language-group meetings as needed
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Plan meeting agendas and topics
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Facilitate discussions and gather feedback
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Coordinate meals, childcare, and transportation as needed
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Build strong connections with district and school partners, including the Newcomer Family Navigator, Family Engagement Liaisons, Interpreters, and other support staff
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Build connections with community partners supporting students and families
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Organize mentorship opportunities
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Develop and maintain a distribution list of parent and caregiver contact information
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Communicate regularly with families using TalkingPoints, email, and other family-preferred communication methods
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Track connections with families and initiative outreach and support when needs arise
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Keep necessary records to meet funding requirements and generate corresponding reports
Qualifications:
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Strong familiarity with associated cultural practices, norms, and community networks
Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement
Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
District information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit http://www.rochesterschools.org
