Migrant Summer School - Special Project, Migrant Education Specialist​/Evening Counselor

Migrant Education Program – Migrant Regional Service Center
- Region I

Migrant Summer School
- Special Project, Migrant Education Specialist/Evening Counselor (2 positions)

FTE
- Temporary

RECRUITED BY:
Director, Bilingual Services Department/MRSC-Region I

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Director, Bilingual Services Department/MRSC-Region I

SALARY RANGE:
Hourly Rate Based on Experience

CONTRACT LENGTH:
July 13, 2026 - July 16, 2026

3:30 pm to midnight

LOCATION:

St. Mary's College

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide a variety of support services for migrant students and their families who are enrolled in the Migrant Education Program, 2026 Migrant Summer School
- Special Project. Candidate must be able to work with a linguistically and culturally diverse group of students and parents.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

Bachelor's Degree preferred, must have several years of experience working with middle school and high school students and their families

Teaching experience preferred

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Candidate must be able to work closely with a team

Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with parents, students, teachers and all SBCSC/MRSC/Region I staff

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to assist with translations and interpretations (English/Spanish)

Excellent oral and written communication skills – editing, spelling, and use of proper grammar

Excellent technology skills preferred – complete knowledge of Google Suite

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to carry out SBCSC and Migrant Education Program policies and procedures

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times

Ability to work independently, take initiative, and work as a team

Ability to exercise tact and discretion when dealing with students, parents, and staff

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding staff and student information

Must be able to handle and help move boxes of supplies as needed

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carry out the policies and procedures of the South Bend Community School Corporation and the Migrant Education Program/Migrant Regional Service Center – Region I

Provide translation/interpretation services for Site Administrator, summer program teachers, students and support staff

Work with MRSC and St. Mary's staff to maintain a safe environment

Work with MRSC Family Outreach Specialist to access student/family information and assist with student/family requests as needed

Collaborate with Region I staff and Director in monitoring all program activities for Summer School.

Migrant Education Specialist
- Special Project 2025

SBCSC Bilingual Services Department Job Description

Migrant Summer School Program
- Special Project

Assist in registration for the Migrant Summer School (when applicable)

Help direct students and parents to the appropriate Migrant Family Outreach Specialist to access support services

Develop positive and supportive relationships with migrant students

Attend all MRSC staff meetings and/or meetings held by Site Administrator

Participate in professional development activities as determined by Director

Manage development of projects as assigned and complete other duties as assigned

WORK-RELATED CHARACTERISTICS:

Is sensitive to the needs of migrant students, and their families

Maintains confidentiality about student and family information

Has consistent daily attendance and follows procedures for reporting absences

Reports for work on time

Uses time constructively

Works cooperatively with other MRSC/BSD and building staff

Displays a positive attitude and is a team player

Adapts to changes in work assignments

Accepts direction and constructive criticism in a positive manner

Displays appropriate initiative and self-direction with minimal supervision

Contributes with innovative ideas and changes

Recognizes situations where staff response is necessary and reacts appropriately

Supports Migrant Services program initiatives and fosters a positive work environment

SPECIAL NOTATION:

The position requires that staff must be present throughout the duration of the entire Summer Migrant Program
- Special Project. The position also requires flexible scheduling of work responsibilities.

Migrant Education Specialist
- Special Project 2025