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Newcomers Transition Coordinator

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Newcomers Transition Coordinator CODE: 6516 SQ/OQ: Optimal Qualified
WORKING TITLE: Newcomers Transition Coordinator GRADE: 22 MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction of the director of International Admissions and Enrollment in the Office of Teaching Learning and Schools, Student and Family Support and Engagement (OTLS-SFSE), the coordinator helps create a welcoming environment for students that are newly enrolled through International Admissions and Enrollment (newcomers), by facilitating connections between school staff and community partners with Pre-K through Grade 12 newcomers and their families/sponsors, which will provide them with resources and supports, both in and out of school, to meet essential needs. Coordinates wrap-around services through collaborative efforts with community partners, including Navigation Network for Newcomers. The coordinator works in collaboration with MCPS schools, staff and key teams, including ESOL transition counselors, Students with Limited/Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) Coaches, parent community coordinators and pupil personnel workers to assess and provide needed services and supports for newcomers, including multilingual and culturally sensitive supports, and recommends/monitors appropriate school-level programs and the strategic use of staff. Leads data collection from centrally approved resources and coordinates the maintenance, monitoring and dissemination of information relative to newcomers, as directed by the director and MCPS leadership. Serves as liaison to Montgomery County Government, agencies, and community services organizations. Serves as a resource to centrally based and school level staff, administrators for information related to newcomers, and coordinates professional development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of developmental needs of students, Pre-K through Grade 12, and knowledge of culturally relevant approaches in communication and effective outreach. Knowledge of current immigration issues and effects of trauma and violence on school-aged children; knowledge of challenges experienced by Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLs), English Learners (ELs), and children with limited and/or interrupted formal education. General knowledge of relevant Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and MCPS policies, regulations and procedures as related to school counseling, parent/family outreach and community providers, as well as available resources and supports. Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly. Proficient in the use of computers, standard programs, and software. Ability to speak a second language highly desirable. Knowledge of the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's required. Experience or coursework in counseling, psychology, social work, mental health, community advocacy or related field with experience in cross-cultural engagement or counseling techniques. Experience with crisis intervention techniques and procedures and considerable experience working directly with school-age children from other cultures and families required. Experience as a teacher, parent community coordinator, school counselor, social worker, mental health or related field highly desirable. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Evening or weekend work occasionally, as needed.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Through collaboration with community partners and key teams within MCPS, coordinates efforts to provide wrap-around services to newcomers/families, such as health care, food supports, housing resources, childcare, recreation, medical/behavioral health care, family reunification programs, legal services, gang/trafficking prevention, and other essential services.

Partners with the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Maryland State Department of Education, and related entities that support the families of Newcomers and to assure the implementation of local county and school initiatives.

Assists the director with the coordination of cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams to provide supports for Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLs) and English Learners (ELs) at all levels who may also need access to alternative learning programs or additional supports.

Identifies professional development needs and coordinates activities and training, with a focus on cultural responsiveness and awareness and other key issues impacting newcomers.

Participates in monitoring the effectiveness of mental health services available to newcomers and recommends appropriate measures to improve accessibility and impact.

Collects, maintains and monitors data, prepares reports, and disseminates information as directed by central office staff, including enrollment; school attendance; academic performance; graduation rates, assessment data, classroom data, progress of EMLs and ELs and other relevant information.

Identifies needs and collaborates with central office and school staff regarding parent engagement and access to resources.

Keeps abreast of and informs central office staff of local, state, and federal trends, events, legislation and aid/supports available that may impact newcomers. Recommends actions as necessary.

Recommends strategic placement of staff, supports, and programs in schools based on enrollment trends and newcomers' needs.

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Class Established: 9/2021
Date(s) Revised: 11/2021
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.