Mason City Schools - Administrative Assistant - Class V - English Language Intake Specialist
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Position Type: Secretarial and Office Personnel/Secretary / Administrative AssistantDate Posted: 11/13/2024Location: Mason City SchoolsDistrict: Mason City School District Administrative Assistant Class V - English Learner Intake SpecialistThe English Learner Intake Specialist is responsible for being a resource to families completing the registration process who may be eligible for English Learner services. The Specialist provides a welcoming, supportive environment for students and families, providing assistance in how to navigate the schooling experience in Mason City Schools as needed. In addition, the Specialist gathers and communicates information to staff about students' previous experiences and educational needs that is necessary to provide successful learning experiences.Qualifications Appreciation for and ability to work with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds Ability to establish good rapport with children and adults Ability to handle a high volume of paperwork in a fast-paced environment Ability to meet deadlines Ability to multitask High attention to detail Must be highly organized and able to prioritize High degree of customer service skills Must be a team-player Ability to demonstrate a record of accountability, acceptance of responsibility, and productivity Ability to keep employee and student matters strictly confidential Must be adaptable and flexible Must be a person who shows initiative Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to edit and proofread a variety of documents and correspondence Ability to work independently in absence of supervision Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Ability to work occasional overtime or other than normal shift to meet work schedule or needs Positive attitude is a mustPerformance Responsibilities Support families and students with the intake and onboarding process for English Learners Assist with the registration process Coordinate interpreter services (when needed) for families for intake purposes and tasks Collect student educational background information Administer English proficiency screener (OELPS) and/or obtain previous test scores Complete reading and math assessments with newly enrolled students when appropriate Organize collected information and communicate with the schools Orient new families to the educational experiences at MCS Introduce families to the technology tools used for communication, transportation, nutrition and academic purposes Facilitate the initial communication between the new family/students and the receiving school Perform other duties as assignedInterested individuals should complete the on-line application, those deemed most qualified will be contacted to interview. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER