Summary Provides support to District schools with a high ESOL student population by implementing policies and coordinating programs to build capacity for ESOL parental involvement; the role of the parent liaison is part of a comprehensive effort to build and ensure responsiveness, problem solving, and the helpfulness to all parents Essential Duties • Interacts with parents and ensures opportunity for their involvement in our schools • Assists staff in implementing and facilitating the NCLB guidelines for ESOL services • Provides an annual orientation for ESOL parents about school, accessing the school, and ESOL program • Increases ESOL parental involvement and helps parents navigate the educational system • Offers services/information to ESOL parents and their families regarding: Health, Child Development, Parent Rights and Responsibilities, and School Improvement • Assists in the coordination of services for children and families through multiple partnerships with public and private agencies by linking family members to opportunities and services in the community • Provides opportunities for ESOL parents to enhance their knowledge of their child’s development • Conducts meetings with parents and faculty to discuss relevant information • Plans and implements parent workshops and direct parents to job skills training and job interviews opportunities • Conducts written and oral surveys of ESOL parent/student needs • Documents and maintains accurate records for all requirement state and federal reporting • Develops partnerships with other social agencies • Attends selected Fulton County Parent Liaison collaboration meetings and trainings • Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator Required Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent Certification/Licensure Bilingual/Biliterate in English and a minimum of one (1) other language Experience Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an educational or social services environment Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • Ability to plan, organize, manage, and implement successful programs • Must display strong interpersonal and public relation skills • Ability to relate/interact with various cultures and social groups • Ability to solicit resources for District needs • Must exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive student and parent information • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office • Excellent organizational and leadership skills • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Working Conditions • Normal office environment Physical Demands • Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment