Spanish ECE Pathways Student Liaison (Part-Time)

POSITION: Part-Time Spanish ECE Pathways Student Liaison (Special Programs Coordinator): Department of Early Childhood Education; Haverhill and Lawrence (45 Franklin Street) Campuses; MCCC/MTA Unit Professional Position; 18.75 hours/week, Monday through Friday 10:00am - 1:45pm, Hours may be adjusted, in alignment with contractual guidelines, with prior notification per the MCCC contract. This is a contract-funded position and employment is contingent upon renewal of contract.

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Dean of Business and Professional Studies, the Bilingual Student Liaison will assist the Spanish ECE Career Pathways Manager in coordinating and managing all Spanish ECE Pathways contract activities. Tasks will include student intake, data collection, tracking, and monitoring student progress. The Student Liaison will also provide coaching for bilingual students as they complete college coursework to complete the Foundational Certificate in Spanish. The position will also include conducting site visits at student practicum sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific duties for this position include:

• Provides individualized coaching, guidance, and support to bilingual students as they navigate college coursework and program requirements.
• Conducts student intake, including onboarding, orientation, and initial needs assessments for participating bilingual students.
• Serves as a liaison between students, faculty, and program staff to support student success and address challenges.
• Maintains regular communication with students to encourage retention, engagement, and program completion.
• Communicate fluently in Spanish (written and verbal) to effectively support and engage with students.
• Assists the Spanish ECE Career Pathways Manager in coordinating and implementing activities related to the contract.
• Collects, maintains, and updates student records and program data to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with contract requirements.
• Tracks and monitors student academic progress toward completion.
• Conducts site visits at student practicum placements to monitor progress and provide support as needed.
• Assists in preparing reports, documentation, and updates related to student participation and outcomes.
• Supports outreach, recruitment, and informational sessions for prospective program participants.
• Participates in team meetings and contributes to the continuous improvement of program services.
• The Classification Specification is available at: https://www.mass.edu/shared/classificationspecs/specsmccc/Special Programs Coordinator - HB 1112.doc

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other field related to area of assignment; with three (3) years experience and/or training involving area of assignment, which may include college registration, academic advisement, career development, career experience, training, curriculum development, audio/visual or graphic production, grant administration, budget development, program/project management, event planning, administrative work in an academic environment, or personal computer operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Background in early childhood education (ECE) and experience with ECE credentialing through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends periodically to meet the needs of working students.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in public administration, education, nonprofit management, social work, or a related field.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood classrooms.
• Knowledge of barriers that exist for higher education access and success
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

SALARY: Anticipated salary is $35,636.25 ($36.55/hour) annually with complete fringe benefit package. Complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, free dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits. Actual salary calculated in compliance with MCCC/MTA classification system. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: May 1, 2026