Description

The Community and Family Engagement supports the school culture by serving as the bridge between school and parents.

Reports to: Principal

Network Support: Senior Dir. Culture & Community Wellness

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

General School Community and Family Engagement

Educates teachers and staff on how to communicate and work effectively with parents as equal partners
Serves as a school-based intermediary contact for concerns and comments made by parents and community members
Expands opportunities for continued learning, voluntary community service and civic participation
Plan, host, and/or collaborate with staff or partners to facilitate Family University sessions
Develops community collaborations
Promotes sharing of power with parents as decision-makers
Supports student enrollment and recruitment efforts
At least 50 hours documented hours a semester of NPU, board meetings and community engagement events
Loop school staff into key community meetings as needed
Give feedback on external community relations plans as needed

Parent Care and Support

Aid the Parent Teacher Association or PTCA by facilitating its creation, supporting members in their initiatives, bridging the PTCA
Maintains parent resource center
Helps parents understand the educational system so they can become better advocates for their children’s education
Advises and trains parents on how to address issues with the leadership staff in school meetings
Provides referrals to community-based services for families
Communicate with parents in meaningful ways on a regular basis to forge healthy relationships
Conduct check-ins with engaged and involved parents to ensure that the school is maintaining a positive relationship with these parents
Demonstrate appreciation towards parents for their efforts in novel and meaningful ways that show parents that the school cares and values them

Parent Involvement Resources

Provides workshops, classes, and activities for parents at their local school on a regular basis
Recruits volunteers from the community to host various workshops and classes to speak directly with parents
Provides materials such as event calendars, brochures, and educational resources
Creates opportunities for parents who have limited English proficiency, a disability or are underrepresented because of social economics or racial barriers to participate in education initiatives and enrichment workshops
Provides technical assistance relating to parental involvement as needed locally or at the district level

Program Evaluation

Conducts surveys to assess the needs of parents at their local school
Reviews annual reports to evaluate the effectiveness of their parent involvement programs
Develops, analyzes, and distributes the results of parent surveys to the school’s leadership team and/or Title I Director
Compliance
Keeps excellent records of all parent involvement activities, reports, surveys, funding, annual program evaluations, and communications to parents
Ensures compliance of the school or district’s parent involvement program with all state and federal guidelines

Program Coordination and Collaboration

Coordinates and implements research-based strategies for their local school(s) and/or district parent involvement program to engage parents in improving student achievement through the National PTA Family School Partnership Standards
Collaborates with local, regional, and state organizations to create opportunities to help families understand school academic standards, assessments and report cards
Collaborates with parents, teachers, and the school’s leadership team to develop a family-friendly school climate
Collaborates with other parent engagement professionals such as parent mentors and early education school transition coaches or other designees
Promotes parents as partners by involving them in the decision-making process regarding parental involvement activities and school improvement

Professional Development

Takes part in opportunities for professional development at the local, regional, and/or state level with proper authorization
Attends all local meetings and trainings for Parent Involvement Coordinators
Shares ideas and experiences with school or district staff, leadership team, and/or other parent professionals

Requirements

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

Values that align with the Kindezi model and goals
Demonstrated commitment to increasing student achievement and supporting the social-emotional needs of students
Dedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindset
High academic expectations; Believes that all students deserve an equitable education experience no matter their circumstances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United States
Associate degree (Bachelor degree preferred)
Have the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong public speaking and presentation skills
Self-motivated leader who can work independently as well as part of team
Strong interpersonal skills
Knowledge of family engagement research and literature
Strong knowledge of computers and fundamental technology (i.e. IPAD, elearning software, etc.)
Understands and respects the diversity of families’ economic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds and situations
Ability to host parent meetings off school sites and in the local community and/or neighborhoods
Ability to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Experience serving as an advocate for children and parents
Experience with developing collaborative partners and building relationships with constituents in the community
1-2 years administrative experience, preferably in an education setting. Experience working in Title I schools

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

Salary: $50,875.00
Teacher Retirement System (TRS) pension, 403b plan, paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits.

Family and Community Engagement Liaison

The Kindezi Schools