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Elementary Student Advisor of Afghan Students

Employer
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Location
Central, AL
Closing date
Feb 16, 2025
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Specialty
Student & Scholar Services
Position Type
Adviser / Advisor
Hours
Full-time
Employment Type
Permanent
Organization Type
College / University
  • Position Type:
    Student Support Services

  • Date Posted:
    12/20/2024

  • Location:
    Central Office

  • Date Available:
    TBD

  • Closing Date:
    Until Closed


FREDERICKSBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Elementary Student Advisor of Afghan Students (with Dari and Pashto Proficiency)

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for providing direct support and guidance to Afghan students at the elementary schools and contributing to the successful integration of identified Afghan families and their elementary students. This position will focus on building relationships with students/families, helping them interact and engage in school, setting goals for academic success and achievement, monitoring student progress, and developing meaningful connections between school and home. This individual should possess a passion for equity and inclusion for underserved and/or at-risk populations.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of a high school diploma with preferred post-secondary education credentials.
  • Proficient and fluent in reading, writing and speaking in Pashto, Dari and English.
  • Strong interpersonal communication and collaborative skills with children and adults
  • A commitment to equitable education practices, confidentiality and ethical standards.
  • Self-driven, committed work ethic, and takes pride in serving others
  • Previous work experience working with elementary children is preferred.


  • REPORTS TO: Director of Student Programs

    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Student/Family Support
    • Supports Afghan families and their elementary students to answer questions and provide support about FCPS procedures, enrollment, school protocol, school events and student success.
    • Student advisors will help translate and interpret on site, when available to do so, to support the family and student with their needs.
    • Assists parents/students when they navigate school processes and opportunities to engage in school and in their learning community.
    • Will team with colleagues to develop and implement a summer program aimed at serving Afghan families and students with goals related to academic progress, social integration, community engagement and social-emotional development and wellness.

    School and Staff Support
    • Works with school administration, teachers, school counselors, social works and other staff to create a supportive and inclusive environment as we serve our Afghan students.
    • Assists teachers and counselors to provide guidance and support to students regarding academic expectations, learning goals, personal development, social-emotional wellness, interpersonal relationships and challenges they may share.
    • Advisors may provide small or large group meetings and support groups for Afghan students

    EL Services Support
    • Works collaboratively with school staff, administration and the CRC Specialist to review EL student information at the building levels to help ensure that data is accurate and up to date.
    • Will assist Afghan students/families to understand the EL services, models of support and schedules to allow them to engage and ask for help, as needed.
    • Other duties, as assigned by the Director of Student Programs.


    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
    12-month contract/260 days- this position is dependent on Grant funding that is expected for the 2024-25 school year some time in January 2025. (Specifics can be defined further by Human Resources, if needed)

    EVALUATION:
    Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of instructional personnel.

    POINT OF CONTACT:
    Rebekah Wardlow, Administrative Assistant to HR, rwardlow@cityschools.com, 540-372-1130 (ext. 2601)

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