Academic Support Specialist-Migrant Focus, Bilingual

Academic Support Specialist – Migrant Focus, Bilingual Preferred

Location:

Harrison Middle School, Sunnyside, Washington.

Job  | Posted:
Jun 25, 2026 | Final date to receive applications:
Until filled | Starting date:
Aug 17, 2026.

Position type:
Full‑time | Salary: $29.91 per year.

• Work with attendance personnel to monitor daily attendance of identified at‑risk students.
• Collect teacher referrals for failing students, screen the referrals, and recommend placement in interventions.
• Assist in the management of school and after‑school academic intervention systems.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to identify and track students with at‑risk factors.
• Collaborate with intervention systems and support.
• Motivate and promote student success by working with students and teachers to ensure identified at‑risk students pass all classes.
• Assist in the continued development of a positive school culture and climate.
• Confer with parents, teachers, counselors, support service personnel, and students on matters of academic and attendance intervention.
• Make appropriate referrals to psychologists, social workers, and other support personnel.
• Collaborate with math and literacy coaches to support highly capable students, focusing on preparation for higher education.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and information.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

• B.A. in Education preferred.
• Experience working with high school or middle school students.
• Bi‑literate in English and Spanish preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

Other Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must upload a copy of a college diploma or transcript.
• Valid photo identification.
• Social Security Card.
• WSP/FBI fingerprint/background clearance.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate interpersonal skills to work with students of diverse academic and behavioral needs.
• Demonstrate experience, interest, and willingness to work with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Sensitivity to cultural and language differences.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to produce accurate documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and computer software.

Evaluation by Principal or Assistant Principal.