Family Education Specialist

Position Number 5132 Posting Number S2770 State Role Title Education Support Specialist II Position Type Wage Position Status Part Time FLSA Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime College/Division College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Department 540743 - Migrant Ed 20-21: Supplement Pay Band 3 Pay Rate Maximum Starting Specify Range or Amount $20 per hour Is this a JMU Only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? Yes. This is a grant funded position and is contingent upon continued funding. Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No Position Summary Information

General Information The Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program (SVMEP) at the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS) at James Madison University is a year round program serving children from migrant families who come into the Shenandoah Valley to do qualifying work, which includes processing poultry, picking apples, weeding and watering seedlings and milking dairy cows. The SVMEP offers year-round supplemental instructional services for preschool and school-aged eligible students as well as young adults under the age of twenty-two, targeting the students who are most at risk due to their high mobility and/or limited proficiency in English (identified as priority for service). The primary goal of the Migrant Education Program (MEP) is to ensure that all migrant students reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma or complete a GED that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning and productive employment.

Furthermore, The Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services is an anti-racist and anti-discrimination organization which is against all forms of violence and is committed to identifying and dismantling systems of oppression, racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes to build healthier and safer communities where all individuals can thrive.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Support JMU’s and IIHHS’ mission and vision to provide outreach programs to the community and provide quality experiential learning opportunities to JMU students.
• Implement the Shenandoah Valley Migrant Education Program (SVMEP) in Harrisonburg, Rockingham, Shenandoah, Winchester, Frederick, Fauquier, Prince William and Clark for qualifying children.
• Understand all federal regulations pertaining to the Migrant Education program.
• Oversee a caseload of program participants who qualify for services, this includes:
  • supporting the student’s academic goals
  • providing transportation and interpretation when needed
  • connecting participants with health care and social services
  • connecting participants to nutritional resources and food pantries
  • provide mentorship for high school aged participants and older clients
  • communicate with school teachers, administration and home school liaisons to support the academic achievement of the student

• Collaborate with the SVMEP team to support Parent Advisory Council meetings twice yearly.
• Collaborate with the Migrant Education team to support summer enrichment program in June, July and August each year.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English required (oral and written). Final candidate will be required to demonstrate fluency in both.
• Knowledge of available local services is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with children, youth, adults, agency professionals, school staff and community members.
• Knowledge of the public school systems is preferred.
• A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Condition(s) of Employment This is a part-time wage position and is not eligible for benefits. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 07/28/2022
Beginning Review Date 08/05/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Proposed Starting Date 08/22/2022
EEO Statement

James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

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