Austin Public Schools seeks a Karenni (Kayah) Speaking Success Coach (Districtwide)

This position is 40 hours per week Monday - Friday during the school year. Summer hours are available to assist with additional programs, and summer work time is compensated through timesheets. Candidates must be comfortable and able to work with a wide variety of young students and families in the school and home and know or be able to learn technical academic and special education terminology.

Description:
School Success Coaches will meet with students and families to assess individual school needs and provide educational skills and support services. The coaches will also provide linkages to community resources for the student and the family and coordinate service delivery with other agencies. Coaches will work with students as mentors to improve school engagement, motivation, broadening outlooks for the future, and address barriers to success. Additionally, coaches will work within the school system and the community to promote cultural understanding. Coaches will provide on-site interpreting services.

Job Summary:
The School Success Coach is a stand-alone classification. Incumbents are responsible for working with target populations of students in the assigned school(s) to help ensure school success and eventual graduation. He/she will work with the staff in the building to identify areas of concern and work with families to help address these areas. This may involve home visits at times that are convenient for the family. The success coach may also work with outside agencies to provide needed support. He/she may work to help the student participate in extra-curricular activities that interest the student. For older students, the success coach will also help the student and family help plan for life after graduation, including potential post-secondary education.

Qualifications:
Bilingual in Karenni (Kayah) and English. Proficiency in additional languages is beneficial, especially Burmese and/or Karen. High School Diploma, or G.E.D. required. Experience in interpreting and translating information, school experience is preferred; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Working Conditions:
Inside working in an office and classroom environment.

Salary/Benefits: Salary and benefits will be negotiated based on qualifications and experience. Also includes a competitive benefits package of paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, etc.,

Salary: The salary range for the position is outlined on page 8 of the employee handbook:
EmploymentGuidelineforNon-AffiliatedNon-ExemptEmployeesNurseSuccessCoachStudentSupport.pdf

Benefits: Benefits information is outlined on pages 4-7 of the employee handbook:
EmploymentGuidelineforNon-AffiliatedNon-ExemptEmployeesNurseSuccessCoachStudentSupport.pdf

Commitment to Equity:
Austin Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of Austin Public Schools are expected to support the strategic plan. Our mission at Austin Public Schools is to Inspire, Empower, and Accelerate. Our vision is to prepare all learners to make a difference in the world. All employees are to model and promote an environment that is respectful for all and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees. The strategic plan can be found on our website at https://www.austin.k12.mn.us/district-offices/school-board/strategic-plan.

Application Procedure: Apply online at Employment - Austin Public Schools | Inspire. Empower. Accelerate.

Selection Procedure:
Applicants will be screened for qualifications. Those selected for interviews will interview with the program coordinator and others to assess the candidate's qualifications for meeting the demands of the position. The most qualified candidate will be offered the position.

As Equal Opportunity Employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. The school district strongly encourages anyone interested to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.