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Openings as of 4/14/2025

Part-Time Interpreter Non-Certified English as a Second Language (Farsi/Pashto)

JobID: 4189

Position Type:
  AS-NEEDED


Date Posted:
  8/7/2024


Location:
  Akron Public Schools
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  12/27/2024


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Interpreter Non-Certified- English as a Second Language Farsi/Pashto
 
Position:  Interpreter ESL                               Job Code:  484
                Non Certified – Hourly
 
Time Schedule:  As needed                            Salary Rate or Ratio:   See current "Schedule of Salaries"
 
Reports to:      Building Principal                   Employment Status:    Part-time
 
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt                           Retirement Status:      SERS
 
Position Description: The language interpreter is a part-time employee and will work up to 24 hours a week as and when needed with a daily 30 minute unpaid lunch.  The language interpreter will be assigned to a school location and is responsible for providing oral interpretations/translations and written and/or typed interpretations/translations at the building level and district level to ensure that parents will have information about their child’s education in a language that they are able to understand. The language interpreter will adjust day hours to support after school or evening parent programs as and when needed.
The language interpreter reports to the building principal and will be evaluated by the building principal and Learning Specialist twice a year.
 
Note: The lists below are not ranked in order of importance.
 
Essential Functions:
 
Qualifications:
 
Required:  All of the following must be met at time of application except when noted:
Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
Orally fluent in both the targeted language and English
Fluent in written targeted language and English and able to type in both languages
Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation
 
Desired:
 
Experience working with parents, staff and community in the targeted language and in schools
Familiar with technology
Respected in the community and understands the importance of confidentiality
Fluent in more than two languages
Experience as a language interpreter
Flexible schedule
Effective communication skills
 
Functions:
 
Provide written, typed and oral translations in the targeted language
Collaborate with parents, teachers, principals and students to ensure parents have information in a language that they are able to understand
Provide accurate translations orally and in written form
Adjust day hours to attend evening and after school meetings as and when needed
Have access to a telephone/cellphone as and when needed
Serve as language liaison between staff and families
Ability to effectively communicate and translate for staff, students and families as and when needed
Provide language assistance in the school and classroom as and when needed to ensure a smooth transition for LEP students and families
Regularly attend school and district meetings where language interpreters are needed
Regularly provide support in the targeted language as and when needed in person, via computer or phone
Drive between school buildings, district buildings and across the city to provide translations as and when needed
 
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to listen effectively, actively
Ability to translate orally and in writing (typed)
Ability to problem solve
Ability to navigate technology
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels in English and in the targeted language
 
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands of the job described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear and type; frequently required to walk, sit, drive, stand, kneel or crouch; use hands to type, handle and carry objects; may be required to lift up to 25 pounds in weight.
 
The employee must have the mobility to frequently travel to school sites.

General Expectations:
Responsible for working cooperatively and effectively with members of the public, other employees, related public agency staff, community businesses and service providers
Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping and reports as required
Responsible for driving a motor vehicle with a valid Ohio operator’s license as required by the position
Required to travel both within and outside of the school district
Responsible for attending meetings, in-services and training programs as related to the position held
 
IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SPECIAL SERVICES (SUCH AS INTERPRETER, BRAILLE OR LARGE PRINT, OR WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATIONS) COVERED UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990, PUBLIC LAW 101-336, SECTION 102. PLEASE CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-761-2935.  IF YOU ARE USING A TTY/TTD, PLEASE CALL THE OHIO RELAY SERVICE 1-800-750-0750.
 
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Openings as of 4/14/2025

Part-Time Interpreter Non-Certified English as a Second Language Rohingya

JobID: 4271

Position Type:
  AS-NEEDED


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  Akron Public Schools


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  03/28/2025


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Interpreter - Non Certified English as a Second Language Rohingya

Position:  Interpreter ESL                               Job Code:  484
                Non Certified – Hourly
 
Time Schedule:  As needed                          Salary Rate or Ratio:   See current "Schedule of Salaries"
 
Reports to:      Building Principal                   Employment Status:    Part-time
 
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt                           Retirement Status:      SERS
 
Position Description: The language interpreter is a part-time employee and will work up to 24 hours a week as and when needed with a daily 30 minute unpaid lunch.  The language interpreter will be assigned to a school location and is responsible for providing oral interpretations/translations and written and/or typed interpretations/translations at the building level and district level to ensure that parents will have information about their child’s education in a language that they are able to understand. The language interpreter will adjust day hours to support after school or evening parent programs as and when needed.
The language interpreter reports to the building principal and will be evaluated by the building principal and Learning Specialist twice a year.
 
Note: The lists below are not ranked in order of importance.
 
Essential Functions:
 
Qualifications:
 
Required:  All of the following must be met at time of application except when noted:
Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
Orally fluent in both the targeted language and English
Fluent in written targeted language and English and able to type in both languages
Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation
 
Desired:
 
Experience working with parents, staff and community in the targeted language and in schools
Familiar with technology
Respected in the community and understands the importance of confidentiality
Fluent in more than two languages
Experience as a language interpreter
Flexible schedule
Effective communication skills
 
Functions:
 
Provide written, typed and oral translations in the targeted language
Collaborate with parents, teachers, principals and students to ensure parents have information in a language that they are able to understand
Provide accurate translations orally and in written form
Adjust day hours to attend evening and after school meetings as and when needed
Have access to a telephone/cellphone as and when needed
Serve as language liaison between staff and families
Ability to effectively communicate and translate for staff, students and families as and when needed
Provide language assistance in the school and classroom as and when needed to ensure a smooth transition for LEP students and families
Regularly attend school and district meetings where language interpreters are needed
Regularly provide support in the targeted language as and when needed in person, via computer or phone
Drive between school buildings, district buildings and across the city to provide translations as and when needed
 
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to listen effectively, actively
Ability to translate orally and in writing (typed)
Ability to problem solve
Ability to navigate technology
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels in English and in the targeted language
 
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands of the job described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear and type; frequently required to walk, sit, drive, stand, kneel or crouch; use hands to type, handle and carry objects; may be required to lift up to 25 pounds in weight.
 
The employee must have the mobility to frequently travel to school sites.

General Expectations:
Responsible for working cooperatively and effectively with members of the public, other employees, related public agency staff, community businesses and service providers
Responsible for accurate and timely recordkeeping and reports as required
Responsible for driving a motor vehicle with a valid Ohio operator’s license as required by the position
Required to travel both within and outside of the school district
Responsible for attending meetings, in-services and training programs as related to the position held
 
If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair-accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949. If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.

?Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").







 




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Openings as of 4/14/2025

Family Liaison - Part-time

JobID: 4098

Position Type:
  FAMILY LIAISON


Date Posted:
  1/2/2025


Location:
  Akron Public Schools


Closing Date:
  06/27/2025


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Family Liaison - Part-time
Location - TBD
Job Code:  404
FLSA Status:  Non-exempt
Time Schedule:  As needed
Supervisor - Building Principal

Hourly rate:  $13.63

Retirement System:  SERS

If there are questions regarding specific responsibilities of this position, please contact Misty Wheeler, Human Resource Specialist 330-761-2916.
 
Position Description
The Family Liaison will be assigned to a school location and is responsible for building cooperative working relationships between families and school personnel to empower families to partner with the school to become active participants in the education of their children.
 
Note:  The below lists are not ranked in order of importance.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Required:  All of the following must be met at time of application except where noted:
 
• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in working with parents, staff and citizens within the Akron Public Schools community
• Communication skills and Technology skills
• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation
 
 
Desired:
 
• Experience in an elementary/secondary school setting
• Experience in working with volunteer social service agencies or organizations
 
Functions:
 
• Work with principal and staff to organize and implement family activities
• Collaborate with school administrators and staff on family engagement work
• Serve as a liaison between community agencies and families
• Coordinate volunteer activities
• Serve as a resource person for staff and families.
• Work with building leadership to coordinate services available for families
• Develop positive rapport with students, families and school officials.
• Ability to gather information through the use of surveys and collect necessary data
• Work to improve school-to-home communication
• Knowledge of Akron Public Schools’ policies and procedures
• Facilitate family Involvement at school site
• Recruit students and families for participation in programs
• Meets regularly with building staff to stay abreast of school and family concerns
• Serves as liaison to families for the purpose of removing school barriers.
• Participates on various committees
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students and families.
• Regularly attend school and district meetings, forums and conferences regarding family engagement programming
 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
• Ability to listen effectively, actively
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels
 
Physical Demands/Work Environment
 
The physical demands of the job described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear; frequently required to walk, sit and stand; stoop; kneel or crouch; use hands to type, handle and carry objects; may be required to lift up to 25 pounds in weight. 
 
The employee must have the mobility to frequently travel to school sites.
 
General Expectations:
 
• Responsible to work cooperatively and effectively with members of the public, other employees, related public agency staff, community businesses, and service providers.
• Responsible for accurate and timely record-keeping and reports as required.
• Responsible to drive a motor vehicle with a valid Ohio operator’s license as required by the position
• Required to travel, both within the school district and outside of the school district.
• Responsible to attend meetings, in-services, and training programs as related to the position held.
 
If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair-accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949.  If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.   
 
Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").
 
 

 




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Openings as of 4/14/2025

Part-Time Bus Assistant

JobID: 2295

Position Type:
  TRANSPORTATION/Bus Assistant


Date Posted:
  7/14/2023


Location:
  Akron Public Schools


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  05/30/2025


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Bus Assistant Posting - 
 
The Akron Board of Education announces openings for Bus Assistant

Educational Assistants
• Job Code: 401
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Time Schedule: As Needed
• Hourly Rate:  Please refer to current salary schedule
POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school and all school-related events.  Responsible for assisting students on/off bus and ensuring the student's safety at all times.  Assists assigned driver with loading/unloading wheelchair bound students in bus designed for handicap student transportation.  Position is required to monitor student behavior while on the bus and document any incidents of policy violations, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
Functions:
Essential Functions:
• Identifies eligible riders
• Seats riders
• Interprets bus rules
• Maintains order and discipline
• Assists the driver in evacuation of bus during an emergency
• Assists a sub driver in route and stop locations
• For busses that carry Multiple Handicapped or Orthopedic Handicapped students, the assistant must do the following:
.. Position children in their seat
.. Secure latch connection on seat belts or harnesses
.. Check wheel chair tie downs to be sure they are secure
.. Turn off electric wheel chairs for transport
.. Observe condition of child while on bus
.. Keep students from interacting in a non-positive manner
.. Continually monitors condition of students for health emergency
.. Continually monitors students to be sure they are secure in their seat or wheel chair
.. Assists sub driver in identifying possible emergency situations for a child
.. After training-may assist driver in tying down wheel chairs and in lift operation
• For busses that carry Severe Behavior (SBH)/Emotionally Disturbed (ED) Students, the assistant must do the following:
.. Determine what section of the bus the monitor is responsible for
.. Travel main aisle of bus to monitor behavior of students
.. Continually monitor student behavior and require them to remain seated
.. De-escalate a potentially volatile behavior situation
.. May be required to fill out a Bus Incident Report for submission to the school
• Promotes good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Maintains respect for confidential information
• Promotes good safety practices and procedures
• Performs related work as required
Requirement:
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to cope with stressful situations as related to preschool and special needs children
• Ability to accurately complete bus incident reports and other required documentation
• Ability to promotes good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Ability to maintains respect for confidential information
• Ability to promotes good safety practices and procedures
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations
Description:
Equipment Operated:
• After training--may be required to assist driver with wheelchair tie downs and lifts
• Seat belt latches
• Electric wheelchair on and off mechanism
• Bus safety door
• Orthopedic equipment used while student is entering, exiting, or on bus
Additional Working Conditions:
• Frequently required to lift students in and out of equipment
• Frequent exposure to body fluids
• Occasionally required to restrain students
• Occasional interaction among unruly children
• Occasional exposure to blood and tissue
• Frequent and regular requirement to lift, stand, walk, talk, hear, see
• Occasionally required to fill out reports
This position works on an as-needed basis with no regularly assigned schedule and/or guarantee of a minimum number of scheduled hours per week.

If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair-accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949.  If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.   

Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").

Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

 




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