Newcomer Student and Family Liaison

Position Type:

Support Staff

Date Posted:

5/28/2026

Location:

District Office

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Purpose:

Provide educational and outreach services for students and families experiencing marginalization through refugee or newcomer status, race, poverty, language barriers, homelessness and/or other marginalizing qualifiers.

Hours:

4 hrs/day

FTE: .5

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Contract Status:
Regular/Probationary

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt (Classified)

Start Date:

2026/2027 School Year

Calendar: 181 Work Days

Rate:$30.22 with benefits

Retirement Contribution:
Corvallis School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. Upon eligibility, the district contributes 6% of an employee's salary to their Individual Account Program (IAP). Eligibility is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

Notes:

* Open until filled with earliest review June 5th, 2026

* Applicant must be able to attend New Hire Education Welcome on August 24th, 2026.

* Bilingual Spanish required.

* Bicultural preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Establishes and maintains strong relationships with historically marginalized students and families, especially newcomer families from other countries.

* Assists students and families in enrolling students in school and after school activities, and language testing (if applicable).

* Working with school and district staff, identifies students who qualify for McKinney-Vento or migrant status, then completes the appropriate paperwork and makes contact with the appropriate liaisons, including transportation arrangements.

* Assesses families' needs and identifies areas for support related to educational opportunities, community connections, and basic needs. Works independently, and in collaboration with the district McKinney-Vento liaison and school staff, to help families access support to meet those needs.

* Serves as a liaison to the schools regarding the cultural norms of the family and how to provide a more welcoming environment.

* Serves as a bridge between newcomer families from other countries, the school district, and community resources.

* Helps newcomer families from other countries receive Operation School Bell and additional school resources.

* Ensures that historically marginalized families are provided meaningful opportunities to participate in their children's education, including outreach to families regarding school events, parent conferences, etc.

* Works closely with school staff to address barriers to attendance in a trauma- informed and culturally responsive manner.

* Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with community partners, particularly those serving newcomer populations from other countries, and collaborates with relevant agencies to address families' needs.

* Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with school personnel; works collaboratively as a team member.

* Participates in district-wide Family Support Team meetings, and Student Support Team and Language Specialist meetings as needed.

* When appropriate, works closely with the counselors, language specialists, and/or health navigators to support students' academic and/or health needs.

* Occasionally translates and interprets for families on their caseload as needed, to ensure that parents can participate fully in their children's education.

* Provides other related services as assigned

GENERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

* Perform duties in a courteous and efficient manner that builds the confidence of staff, students, and the public in the Corvallis School District and enhances learning.

* Observe laws, district policies and procedures, and professional standards for the position.

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel, parents, students and the public; work collaboratively as a team member.

* Maintain regular attendance at work and work activities and is punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedule.

* Carry out work responsibilities with strong organizational skills effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions.

* Respect confidential information and the privacy of students, staff, and parents.

* Support students and staff in the district's career-related learning standards to encourage the development of independent work skills through career exploration and community involvement.

* Develop job skills necessary to meet changes in the position.

* Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position as defined by the district.

* Meet applicable district physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below…