POSITION TITLE:                   Migrant Education Program – Migrant Regional Service                                                         Center - Region I

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

 

                                               FTE - Temporary - Two Positions 

 

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 14, 2025 - July 17, 2025

                                  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, 2025 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.

• 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.