Marietta PAL Specialized Support Staff; part-time

Position: Marietta PAL Specialized Support Staff (part-time)

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour (based on experience). No health benefits.

Application: Send resume to dbadio with subject line “Specialized Support Staff – ELL/Disabilities”.

Marietta PAL seeks compassionate and experienced Specialized Support Staff to assist English Language Learners (ELL), parents, and students with disabilities in academic and enrichment settings. You will collaborate with teachers, tutors, and program coordinators to promote access, engagement, and success for all students. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, mission‑driven environment and make a direct impact on youth leadership, growth, and confidence.

• Provide academic and social support to English Language Learners and students with disabilities during after school and summer camp.
• Reinforce literacy, math, and language skills using developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive strategies.
• Modify or adapt materials and activities as needed to meet individual learning needs.
• Assist with written and verbal translation in Spanish and Portuguese to support effective communication with students and families.
• Serve as a liaison for Spanish and Portuguese‑speaking parents, bridging communication between families, teachers, and program staff.
• Collaborate with certified teachers, tutors, and parents to monitor progress and identify additional supports.
• Encourage participation and positive behavior through patience, motivation, and relationship‑building.
• Maintain accurate attendance and progress notes as required by program guidelines.

• Experience working with English Language Learners and/or students with disabilities (required).
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, both written and spoken (required).
• Ability to serve as a liaison for Spanish/Portuguese‑speaking parents to ensure clear, supportive communication and engagement.
• Background in education, special education, ESOL, youth development, or related field (preferred).
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and youth empowerment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented, community‑based environment.

• After school Support:
  Monday–Friday, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Summer Camp Support:
  Monday–Friday, 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Hugh L. Grogan Jr. Community Center, 510 Lawrence St., Marietta, GA 30060