McKinney Vento Advisor - Contractual

Job Description

McKinney Vento Advisors assist students experiencing homelessness with obtaining access to resources and supports as well as navigating the process for college and career readiness.

Responsibilities

Examples of Duties:

• Assist unaccompanied and homeless high school students in applying to college or trade schools.
• Inform unaccompanied and homeless high school students of their rights according to FAFSA.
• Assist unaccompanied and homeless high school students in completing their FAFSA applications.
• Provide information and resources to unaccompanied and homeless high school students regarding college applications, FAFSA applications, academic requirements, and any other college/career related questions.
• Organize, plan, and lead college visits for unaccompanied and homeless high school students.
• Assist, provide guidance, and practice essay writing for college applications for unaccompanied and homeless high school students.
• Organize, plan, and lead family engagement nights for unaccompanied and homeless high school students around topics associated with college/career opportunities including scholarships.
• Maintain all required records and documentation. Provides required documents to the Homeless Education Office.
• Attend all required professional development and meetings.
• Offer continuum of care homeless referrals as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a bachelors degree (retirees are welcomed to apply). Part time and full time options are available.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Technology competency.
• Knowledge of spelling, grammar, and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, Microsoft Office 365, and related applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to properly maintain confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to follow rules and regulations.
  
  

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work in this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move within the school and classroom setting.

Conditions Of Employment

Employment in this position is contingent upon successfully passing a background, DSS, and criminal history check. Employees must have submitted an application for employment to the Office of Temporary Services.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Hourly Rate: $37.42

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Benefits: BCPS offers limited benefits for temporary employees that may include 403(b)/457 plans, paid sick and safe leave accruals, and access to credit union benefits.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
  
  

Contact Information

Kelly Hammond, HR Analyst

Email: khammond@bcps.org

Office of Temporary & Support Services

Phone: 443-809-8952