Reports to: Director of Adult Education

General Summary: The bilingual student / parent liaison position facilitates communication and interaction between language minority parents and the school community.  

Essential Functions:

• Facilitates the communication of language minority students and parents with Adult Education personnel by interpreting for them when they visit the program and/or schedule appointments. 
• Assists Director and other appropriate program personnel by interpreting for limited English proficient students and parents with concerns regarding program needs.
• Promotes students and their families to attend open house activities, aids in registration and communicates needs for potential students.
• Provides workshops and/or trainings to help parents help parents understand the academic programs, vocational opportunities and community services.
• Refers needs of students and parents to the Adult Education Staff as appropriate.
• Reports to IVY Tech for night classes.
• Keeps accurate logs of family visits, phone calls and time spent with language minority families
• Participates in staff development activities as recommended by the Adult Education Director.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s) 

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Fluently bilingual in spoken and written Spanish and English
• Ability to work in a multi-task oriented environment.
• Excellent phone skills and communication.
• Excellent literacy skills.
• Experience with working on computer systems and Microsoft office products.
• Experienced in and able to function successfully in cross-cultural settings.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize and organize responsibilities.

Length of Contract: 185 days 

Hours: 10 Hours a week

Position Type: Non-Exempt

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a parent liaison.