Migrant Educator (36189) Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Working Position Title Migrant Educator (36189) Classification Title Instructor Position Number 00036189 Posting Date 05/23/2025 Closing Date Priority Review Date 06/13/2025 Business Unit Description Faculty Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time

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Position Status Temporary FLSA Exempt Job Code 2070 Union Representation Non-Union Union Code UPI - Univ Prof of Illinois, #4100 Unit/Department P-20 Center College/Unit P20 Initiatives Network Division Outreach Engagemt Regl Dev Dv Location LH 307 Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/p20/index.shtml Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications Overview Our Illinois Migrant Educational Services program delivers non-credit instruction and supplemental supports to parents and children of migratory farmworkers in Illinois. Our

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project delivers STEAM -forward curriculum and instruction. Duties of this Educator will include providing instruction to eligible students between the ages of 2 and 22 in math, reading, life skills and social emotional learning. Additional assignments will be within

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to ensure that their programming is culturally relevant. Preferred that the educator is Bilingual in Spanish, both speaking and writing. Position Summary This position will be primarily focused on tasks which support and supplement educational needs of migratory farmworkers and their children. The skill most-valued in the Educator is in building trusting relationships with families that lead to tutoring, summer school, field trips and other family educational gatherings and more. The Educator must have reliable transportation (travel reimbursed) and must be willing to drive within 1-2 hours if needed to deliver educational supports to eligible students. Educators will also help with communication with school districts, ensuring that children are enrolled and receiving their rightful services from school districts. All work is focused on equity and academic and supplemental supports, including out of school youth (up to age 22). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Curriculum Development, Instructional Delivery, Recruiter for Migrant Children across Illinois, Assessment & Evaluation, Other tasks that impact instructional improvement or innovation Minimum Required Qualifications Education and Experience Required A. Minimum educational requirements.

• Bachelors Degree in social service or educational field required
• Preferred, Illinois educator licensure
• Preferred, experience/endorsement in English as a Second Language
• Preferred, bilingual in reading and speaking Spanish B. Minimum experience requirements. Specify both type and length of experience required.
• Two years' experience as an educator in a private or public setting
• Experience with Latinx programming
• Preferred residence in Champaign county (or surrounding east-central IL counties) Additional Requirements . Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Critical to Performance of this Position
• Flexible schedule with will include weeknights and weekends
• Dependable transportation (travel expenses will be reimbursed)
• Ability to develop and implement informal educational curriculum (outside of traditional educational systems) targeting in school, secondary and out-of-school youth
• Demonstrated proficiency in organizational and presentation skills
• Ability to work successfully as a team member and a team leader
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage a number diverse tasks simultaneously
• Active and successful network of partners and contacts in K-12 education and/or informal educational fields
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and presentation technologies
• Commitment to advancement of engagement in higher education Preferred Qualifications
• Preferred, Illinois educator licensure
• Preferred, experience/endorsement in English as a Second Language
• Preferred, bilingual in reading and speaking Spanish
• Preferred residence in Champaign county (or surrounding east-central IL counties) Physical Demands Summary General office, travel Appointment and Compensation Details Appointment and Compensation Details Anticipated Appointment Start Date 7/1/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/30/2026 Percent of Staff Year 1.

00 Standard Hours Per Week 37.50 Salary $55,000 - $65,000 commensurate with credentials; NIU offers a robust benefits package. Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range See above. Earn Type Salary Application Procedure Application Procedure Application Procedure For fullest consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/82801 to create an application profile or login to an existing one and submit the following materials by June 13, 2025 : Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover letter articulating how you meet the requirements and qualifications of the position List of three professional references Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) Screening interviews may occur before June 13, 2025, but a decision will not be made until after all applications received by that date have been considered. Applications received after this date are welcomed but will be considered as needed. For additional questions, please contact Jessica Williams ( jarteaga1@niu.edu ) Special Instructions Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/82801 Is Background Check Required Yes EEO Statement Summary In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator Health Services Building Room 230 TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu 815-753-5560 Visa Policy In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. ADA Accommodation NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu . Safety Information NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety. Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report . Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire) List of at least 3 Professional References Optional Documents Other #2 Certifications/Licensure #1 Other Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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