Multilingual Learner (Ml) Data Specialist, Office & Spanish Language Support

ALAMANCE-BURLINGTON SCHOOL SYSTEM
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE
Multilingual Learner (ML) Data Specialist, Office & Spanish Language Support
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
ML/ESL Services
SALARY
Salary Grade 62
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO
Director of Multilingual Learners
SUPERVISES
None
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday
WORK HOURS
40
NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR
12
POSITION PURPOSE:
The general purpose of the position is to provide data, office, and Spanish Language Support for the Multilingual Learners (ML) Department at Central Services.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge

• Excel and/or Google Sheets, and other Google applications

Skills

• Data management (ongoing)
• Access PowerSchool student information system
• Time management
• Collaboration
• Organization
• Strong Communication and Customer Service

Abilities

• Learn and use PowerSchool student information system
• Learn and use the Ellevation software as a third-party student information system for our ML student group across the school district.
• Carry out office clerical duties for ML Director to support ML Department
• Carry out Spanish Language Support as needed for phone calls and families visiting Central Services.
• Prioritize multiple tasks towards completion with minimal supervision
• Maintain confidentiality
• Increase efficiency with district-and school-based processes

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced oral Bilingual language skills with intermediate or higher biliterate language skills in both English and Spanish.
• Minimum High school diploma or above educational level. Preferred (but not required) Associate's certificates and/or diploma or Bachelor's coursework/degree.
• Experience in a dynamic office team environment with collaboration and communication is preferred (but not required).
• Highly organized, strong time management skills, and with meticulous attention to detail.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Managing student records for 6000+ students (including 3000+ Current Multilingual Learners (MLs) and 500+ Monitored students) in Powerschool and Ellevation student information systems.
2. Participating in ACCESS testing support through the WIDA-AMS student information system.

1. Completing the annual EL (ML) Student Headcount for the Department of Public Instruction.

1. Completing the annual Immigrant Headcount for the Department of Public Instruction.

1. Fulfilling ML data requests from Director and other key personnel.

1. Supporting, managing, and organizing office clerical duties, budget requests, and support for ML Director as assigned.

1. Providing additional Spanish Language Support for ML Center phone calls and visits from families to Central Services whereby bilingual/biliterate support is needed.

1. Performing other duties as assigned to support Director of MLs.

WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Employees in this position are required to work mostly indoor and some outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with ABSS staff, students and the public.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HC review and approval, any time.