Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Evening/Flex Part-Time

Woodland and Wilkes K-5; Reports To: SUN Community School Site Manager

Classification: Part-time, Non-Exempt

up to 15 hrs/week (part-time, non-exempt); Latino Network’s mission is: Leading with love, we cultivate our staff and community as a powerful force for radical social change. We do this through Latino community-driven programs, advocacy, and service. Our work springs from the core belief in Latino community self-determination, that is, the ability of community members to participate meaningfully in the decisions that affect their lives and the lives of their families. We actively partner across a variety of city, county, state, and community organizations to deliver training and support, a wide range of services, as well as influence policy.

Latino Network seeks a bilingual, bi‑cultural mission‑driven professional with proven non‑profit and community experience to provide SUN Community School support. This is a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves position with the capacity to impact the lives of Latino youth and their families. If you are caring, resourceful, outcome‑oriented and able to build strong relationships, then Latino Network is the place for you.

The School Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) program seeks to improve the lives of youth, their families, and the community through partnering with local school communities to extend the school day to improve children’s educational success and family stability. Latino Network manages eight SUN Community Schools where we offer extended day services for students, families, and the school community.

Assist SUN Community Site Manager with daily program operation when needed

Teach extended‑day enrichment and academic classes at least 2‑3 times a week

Assist with any food pantry distribution as needed

Take daily attendance and insert into data system regularly

Assist in creating classes in Grouptrail database system between programming

Assist with outreach on days there are no classes to teach: phone calls home, flyers, enrollment packets

Provide a safe and secure environment for participants by aligning with Reynolds School District, Portland Public School District, and Latino Network policy

Work with students needing behavioral support

Training and a minimum of two years’ experience in the field of education, social services or related human service industry

Ability to communicate directly and effectively both orally and in writing, in both English and Spanish

Cultural connections to and lived experience within communities of color

Lived experience that reflects that of the students and families to be served in the school community

Has the ability to engage a broad spectrum of community members in Latino Network programs and activities

Well‑versed in Google Docs and Microsoft Suite, especially Google Sheets and Excel for data tracking

Ability and willingness to work as a team member and support the mission and goals of Latino Network.

Additional Administrative and Physical Requirements

Regularly work in the school and in the community as needed.

Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Work hours are flexible to accommodate program implementation; Must have reliable transportation to the school site and for tasks needed for its programs.

May require heavy lifting and walking during events and outreach activities.

All staff are required to undergo and pass a criminal background check including fingerprinting and obtain a school district badge before starting work.

outdoor weather conditions; This position requires frequent computer use. If you, or anyone you know, are interested in joining us in supporting our mission to positively transform the lives of Latino Youth families and communities, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter at Careers.

Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Latino Network is an equal opportunity employer. We value and support diversity and inclusion to create a culture of dignity and respect.

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