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

South Bend Community School Corp

South Bend, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
BSD (Berkeley Software Distribution) Unix Operating System, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Editing, Education Regulations, English Language, Interpersonal Skills, Multilingual, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Development, Safety/Work Safety, Secondary School, Spanish Language, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Translation Services, Writing Skills
LOCATION
South Bend, IN
POSTED
30+ days ago

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

Migrant Summer School - Special Project, Migrant Education Specialist/

Night Counselor

FTE - Temporary - One Position

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 13, 2026 - July 16, 2026

11:30 pm to 8:00 am

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, 2026 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 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.

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South Bend Community School Corp