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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Becoming a Model School District The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community. Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff. We firmly believe and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting you in your career path. We aim to foster, cultivate, and retain a skilled workforce that supports and mirrors the diversity of our student population. About Our District The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 27,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives. Purpose of the Position The Pashto Bilingual Resource Specialist allocation is designed to serve Pashto-speaking students and families at each individual school site. While BRS are placed at buildings, they are allocated to serve the needs of students and families across the district. When applicable, schedules need to accommodate time for other duties that are assigned to them (report card comment translations, IEP interpretations, etc.), while adhering to their school responsibilities whenever possible. Essential Duties Instructional Supports & Service Delivery Maintain and adhere to a weekly schedule of academic and linguistic support, created in association with school administration and teaching staff based on the needs of English Learners (ELs) in their work sites as indicated on students\' ILP forms Provide students with academic, linguistic, and cultural support in the classroom in collaboration with teaching staff or administrators when appropriate Facilitate and enhance communication, including translation and interpretation Build relationships with English Learners (ELs) and their families Collaborate with school staff, including administrators, teachers, and support staff Participate as an active team member in discussions related to ELs Assist families and students to navigate the school Student Placement Support secretary/office and English as a Second Language (ESL)/Bilingual Resource Teacher (BRT) staff to welcome families into the school district, provide interpretation to ensure all paperwork is completed and share the array of services available to the student to inform parent decisions Assist ESL/BRT with communication to families regarding the Home Language Survey and ESL status and services by providing interpretation Work with the ESL/BRT to ensure EL records are complete and current Help transition newcomers into student life through social, emotional, and academic support in collaboration ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://mmsd.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/5091?c=mmsd