Position Type:
Temporary
Date Posted:
7/17/2023
Location:
District
Closing Date:
Ongoing
CULTURAL LIAISON - WEST FARGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
West Fargo Public Schools is looking for Cultural Liaisons to join our team for the 2023-2024 school year!
POSITION: Cultural Liaisons - West Fargo Public Schools
TERM: Approximately 1-10 hours per week, will follow the West Fargo Public Schools calendar
SUMMARY: The Cultural Liaison facilitates communication between students whose first language isn’t English, their families and West Fargo Public Schools. The Cultural Liaison encourages and empowers all learners to become active participants in the education activities and programs of their children. The goal of this position is to ensure successful education for all learners.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Interact with multilingual learners and families at risk to enhance and support the learner's educational experience.
- Facilitate and improves communication between schools and learners/families at risk.
- Assist with enrollment of new learners in the district and connecting families to community resources.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bilingual in two or more languages representative of a given culture.
- Knowledge school district policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Knowledge of cultural issues, concerns, and community resources within the school district and its community.
- Strong Oral and written communication skills.
- Translation skills for both oral and written language.
SALARY: Depending on experience, starting pay will follow the 2023-2024 Classifed Salary Schedule (B235)
DEADLINE: Open until filled
TO APPLY: https://www.applitrack.com/westfargo/onlineapp/
The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law. External applicants are eligible for ND Veteran’s Preference: North Dakota veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a form DD214, and if claiming disabled veteran's status, a current letter of disability. West Fargo Public Schools is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all hiring and employment practices. Applicants who incorporate a holistic perspective and a commitment to inclusion are encouraged to apply.
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