Education Advocate — Immigrant Students’ Rights Project

Job overview

The Education Advocate role is hybrid in New York, NY, with a salary range of $63,702–$69,323 per year. Advocates for Children of New York works to secure high-quality education for students facing barriers to academic success; this position supports the Immigrant Students’ Rights Project. The advocate assists immigrant families of children with disabilities and English Language Learners with education-related issues, connects families to resources, and supports individual and policy advocacy. The role helps families understand and exercise their rights in New York City public schools.

What you'll do

• Assist families with special education, school enrollment, bilingual programs, and bullying issues
• conduct client intakes
• participate in school meetings and visits
• provide know-your-rights trainings and staff information fairs
• connect families with community resources
• draft and update informational materials for immigrant parents
• support policy advocacy as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

education advocate

immigrant students’ rights

new york ny

advocates for children of new york

hybrid

$63,702–$69,323

spanish fluency

special education

english language learners

family advocacy

know-your-rights training

school enrollment

community resources

policy advocacy

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical and dental insurance, including a plan option covering full medical premiums for staff and qualified dependents
• 10 federal holidays
• office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• 15 vacation days and 15 paid time-off days in the first year
• 403(b) employer match
• life and disability insurance.

Why this role

Requires Spanish fluency and a bachelor’s degree. The position is expected to work at least two days per week in the office and remotely on the remaining days; occasional evenings, weekends, and travel within the five boroughs are stated.

About the employer

Advocates for Children of New York is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.