Migrant Recruiter

Amarillo ISD

EDUCATION

SUPPORT CENTER

- Amarillo, Texas This job is also posted in Amarillo Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID:

5914805

Application Deadline:

Sep 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Identify and enroll eligible children of migratory agricultural workers into the Migrant Education Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Certification:

HS Diploma or equivalent - required

Two years of study at an institution of higher learning or Associate's degree- preferred

Valid Driver's License

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Fluent in Spanish and English

Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate with staff, parents, students and community

Ability to conduct home visits and communicate effectively with parents and children

Understand and follow procedures and policies

Ability to work with diverse community populations

Knowledge of various local social service agencies

Work Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer

Posture:

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions including prolonged keyboarding & use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

Occasional lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds)

Environment:

May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent interruptions; Must maintain professional demeanor under stress; Must have problem solving skills.; Access to transportation during work hours for frequent district-wide travel

Regular attendance is an essential function.

Minimum Experience:

Two years of successful experience as an instructional assistant or prior experience in a migrant education program preferred.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Actively identify and recruit eligible migrant children within the school district by establishing communication networks, conducting area surveys, reviewing family surveys, and following up with phone calls to assess eligibility for the Migrant Education program.

Conduct home visits, when needed and in coordination with a colleague, for the purpose of identifying and recruiting eligible migrant students including preschool age children.

Inform parents of available school and social service programs based on individual family needs.

Provide classroom support to students by assisting with their learning needs as necessary.

Participate in required recruitment training sessions and all other training related to the job responsibilities.

Determine and certify student eligibility for MEP participation in accordance with program guidelines.

Accurately complete and submit Certificates of Eligibility (COEs).

Collaborate with campus personnel by providing and requesting information as it pertains to the Identification & Recruitment of migrant students and families.

Collect and compile relevant data to prepare required federal, state, and local reports.

Support the maintenance of the NGS database by providing accurate and up to date information.

Identify opportunities for recruiting migrant families on campuses and within the community.

Maintain confidentiality of information.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers including the Texas Educator Code of Ethics

Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$15.37 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required