Bilingual Transition Liaison; Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Bilingual Transition Liaison supports bilingual students and their families as they transition into the high school environment. This position plays a vital role in promoting academic success and building strong connections between families and the school community. The liaison will serve as both a cultural and linguistic bridge, ensuring equitable access to school resources, counseling, and support services.

• Supporting Student Success:
  • Assist newly enrolled bilingual students with transitioning into the school environment.
  • Facilitate access to counselors, academic programs, and student services.
  • Support students and families in understanding graduation requirements, academic expectations, and available supports.
  • Help students develop confidence and a sense of belonging within the school community.
• Bridging Communication:
  • Serve as an interpreter during meetings, phone calls, and school events involving non-English-speaking families.
  • Translate key documents and communication to ensure parents are fully informed and engaged.
  • Help foster cultural understanding and sensitivity among school staff.
• Collaborating with School Staff:
  • Partner with teachers, counselors, and administrators to identify and address barriers to student success.
  • Share relevant cultural or linguistic insights that may impact student learning or family engagement.
  • Assist in planning and implementing family engagement events, orientation programs, and workshops.

• Required:
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English with strong oral and written communication skills in both languages.
  • Associate’s degree preferred.
  • Cultural competence and sensitivity to the needs of diverse student populations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, students, and families.
• Preferred:
  • Experience working in a school or educational setting.
  • Familiarity with the high school education system and student support services.
  • Experience with interpretation and translation in an educational context.

• Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
• Schedule: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm (30 minute unpaid lunch)
• Reports to: Director of MLL
• Compensation: $29.00 hourly
• Work is primarily performed in a school setting.
• May require occasional evening or weekend hours for school events or parent meetings.