Campbell Union High School District
Community Liaison at Leigh High School
Campbell Union High School District, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Community Liaison – Leigh High School
Campbell Union High School District
General Description Under general supervision, serve as liaison between site personnel, students, parents, public agencies, community agencies and groups; perform a variety of tasks to assist non‑English speaking students and their families, focusing on the Latino community, in accessing school and community services and improving home/school communication. This classification requires extensive student, parent, and public interaction, and familiarity with community residents and resources. Incumbents must possess oral and written fluency in Spanish.
Principal Responsibilities
Acts as liaison to the Latino community.
Assists the ELA/ELD Department Chair and the English Learner Content Specialist in data collection and monitoring student progress.
Supports the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC).
Assists underrepresented parent groups in gaining skills needed to participate in and support the educational process; recruits parent volunteers as appropriate.
Assists with assessments, cumulative file audits, reclassifications, financial aid, and other applications (e.g., Free and Reduced‑Meal forms) and orientations for new students.
Attends IEPs and provides translation services and other written communications to parents.
Communicates with EL parents, the Latino community, and provides translation for community members.
Establishes and maintains lines of communication among students, parents, school, and the community; advises parents of school resources and policies.
May respond to crisis or emergency situations as directed by supervisor.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required by the position.
Represents the district and assigned schools to the community; attends community meetings to gain an understanding of activities that impact students.
Works with principal and ELA/ELD Department Chairs to provide translations of school and district documents and other written communications to assigned school(s) parent community.
Works with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and EL Content Specialist to facilitate EL Parent Organizations/Clubs and EL parent meetings.
Attends evening meetings and workshops.
Performs other duties related to the job description as assigned by an administrator.
Qualifications
Knowledge of community and school resources and services available to students and families.
Knowledge of cultural norms, customs, and challenges associated with Spanish‑speaking students/families in the community.
Knowledge of group facilitation techniques.
Knowledge of school district policies and processes.
Knowledge of effective oral and written communication strategies.
Knowledge of technology as an effective communication tool and report generator (email, word processing, student information systems, Schoolloop, etc.).
Ability to work effectively with students and adults in individual and group settings.
Ability to develop and maintain rapport with students.
Ability to work cooperatively with school district officials and community agencies.
Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in appropriate foreign language.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to prepare concise oral and written reports.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and work effectively under pressure.
Ability to learn school district policies and procedures.
Ability to learn State regulations governing student attendance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties.
Ability to take notes and write reports.
Ability to work flexible schedule as needed to attend evening events.
High school diploma and/or equivalent.
One year working with students, parents, and social service agencies, or in positions requiring frequent interaction with the public is desirable.
Bilingual – Spanish language required.
Calendar and Compensation
Salary: $43,114.31 – $60,666.95 annually (CSEA Range 4.1)
Days: 211 days, 8 hours per day
Bilingual (Spanish) signing incentive up to $2,000.00 (one‑time)
Bilingual (Spanish) stipend $100.00 monthly
Generous health benefit options, including several that require no employee contribution for full family coverage.
Benefits
Health benefits with no employee contribution for full family coverage in several plans.
Paid and unpaid leave in accordance with district policy.
Professional development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Campbell Union High School District is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to racial equity and social justice. The district makes a particular effort to recruit people who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color to apply for open positions. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics under Education Code 200 or 220, Penal Code 422.55, or Government Code 11135.
Working Conditions
Environment: Office environment.
Physical demands: Lift, carry, push or pull items up to 20 pounds; hear and speak in audible tones to exchange information in person or on the telephone; have mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for extended periods; have flexibility and strength to reach with hands and arms, reach above shoulder level as necessary; have manual dexterity to appropriately control and manipulate objects, materials, and equipment used on the job, including telephone and computer; ability to drive to all district facilities and necessary meetings and conferences; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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General Description Under general supervision, serve as liaison between site personnel, students, parents, public agencies, community agencies and groups; perform a variety of tasks to assist non‑English speaking students and their families, focusing on the Latino community, in accessing school and community services and improving home/school communication. This classification requires extensive student, parent, and public interaction, and familiarity with community residents and resources. Incumbents must possess oral and written fluency in Spanish.
Principal Responsibilities
Acts as liaison to the Latino community.
Assists the ELA/ELD Department Chair and the English Learner Content Specialist in data collection and monitoring student progress.
Supports the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC).
Assists underrepresented parent groups in gaining skills needed to participate in and support the educational process; recruits parent volunteers as appropriate.
Assists with assessments, cumulative file audits, reclassifications, financial aid, and other applications (e.g., Free and Reduced‑Meal forms) and orientations for new students.
Attends IEPs and provides translation services and other written communications to parents.
Communicates with EL parents, the Latino community, and provides translation for community members.
Establishes and maintains lines of communication among students, parents, school, and the community; advises parents of school resources and policies.
May respond to crisis or emergency situations as directed by supervisor.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required by the position.
Represents the district and assigned schools to the community; attends community meetings to gain an understanding of activities that impact students.
Works with principal and ELA/ELD Department Chairs to provide translations of school and district documents and other written communications to assigned school(s) parent community.
Works with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction and EL Content Specialist to facilitate EL Parent Organizations/Clubs and EL parent meetings.
Attends evening meetings and workshops.
Performs other duties related to the job description as assigned by an administrator.
Qualifications
Knowledge of community and school resources and services available to students and families.
Knowledge of cultural norms, customs, and challenges associated with Spanish‑speaking students/families in the community.
Knowledge of group facilitation techniques.
Knowledge of school district policies and processes.
Knowledge of effective oral and written communication strategies.
Knowledge of technology as an effective communication tool and report generator (email, word processing, student information systems, Schoolloop, etc.).
Ability to work effectively with students and adults in individual and group settings.
Ability to develop and maintain rapport with students.
Ability to work cooperatively with school district officials and community agencies.
Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in appropriate foreign language.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to prepare concise oral and written reports.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and work effectively under pressure.
Ability to learn school district policies and procedures.
Ability to learn State regulations governing student attendance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties.
Ability to take notes and write reports.
Ability to work flexible schedule as needed to attend evening events.
High school diploma and/or equivalent.
One year working with students, parents, and social service agencies, or in positions requiring frequent interaction with the public is desirable.
Bilingual – Spanish language required.
Calendar and Compensation
Salary: $43,114.31 – $60,666.95 annually (CSEA Range 4.1)
Days: 211 days, 8 hours per day
Bilingual (Spanish) signing incentive up to $2,000.00 (one‑time)
Bilingual (Spanish) stipend $100.00 monthly
Generous health benefit options, including several that require no employee contribution for full family coverage.
Benefits
Health benefits with no employee contribution for full family coverage in several plans.
Paid and unpaid leave in accordance with district policy.
Professional development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Campbell Union High School District is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to racial equity and social justice. The district makes a particular effort to recruit people who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color to apply for open positions. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived characteristics under Education Code 200 or 220, Penal Code 422.55, or Government Code 11135.
Working Conditions
Environment: Office environment.
Physical demands: Lift, carry, push or pull items up to 20 pounds; hear and speak in audible tones to exchange information in person or on the telephone; have mobility sufficient to move about, stand, and/or sit for extended periods; have flexibility and strength to reach with hands and arms, reach above shoulder level as necessary; have manual dexterity to appropriately control and manipulate objects, materials, and equipment used on the job, including telephone and computer; ability to drive to all district facilities and necessary meetings and conferences; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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