Title Family Engagement Liaison

Support/Hourly - Position - Family Engagement Liaison

The Title I Family Engagement Liaison's purpose is to connect the home and school in a positive, respectful, and welcoming manner. The liaison works to bridge the gap between home and school by helping parents/family members get the information and support they need to ensure their child's academic and social success.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution, required
• Minimum of 20 college credit hours

Experience:

• Two years of related work experience or a combination of college and related work experience

• Energetic and Positive
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to work well with families, children, teachers, and school leadership
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Proficient in using computers, Google and Microsoft Suite, electronic communication platforms
• Ability to speak before a large group of people
• Flexible work hours are required (Some evenings and weekend activities will be required)
• Experience working / volunteering in a school environment
• Ability to speak, read, and write English; second language preferred as determined by campus need
• Ability to organize, prepare and host campus events

• Fostering welcoming environments for ALL families
• Building relationships with all families through personal contact, supporting home visits
• Assisting in the communication process between home and school
• Assisting school leadership, campus staff, and the Family & Community Engagement department by keeping them informed of special needs and concerns of families.
• Assisting campus staff with family-related programs and initiatives to promote a culture of inclusiveness.
• Responsible for developing and serving as co-chair of the Family Engagement Team

II. STUDENT SUPPORT

• Planning and implementing activities according to the campus Family Engagement Policy and Plan.
• Working with campus academic staff to hosting events for families to understand curriculum, assessments, and at-home academic support.
• Hosting opportunities for families to improve their parenting skills through various educational workshops.
• Working with community organizations to support and engage families in their student's education and social-emotional support.

III. CAMPUS FAMILY SUPPORT:

• Engaging families to become full partners with the school.
• Providing appropriate translations as needed for day-to-day communication.
• Maintain family confidentiality.
• Coordinating and promoting family volunteerism; assist with the volunteer application process; serve as a volunteer work coordinator between school staff and volunteers.
• Providing families with community resources; updated district and campus information
• Building relationships with the business and faith-based community for resources and information to support families.
• Supporting school leadership as an ambassador for the campus
• Collaborating with school leadership and other stakeholders to make sure appropriate parent, family, and community stakeholders are involved in family engagement-related decision-making for the school.

IV. TITLE I FAMILY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM COMPLIANCE:

• Maintaining compliance documentation to show evidence of implementation of the requirements as noted in ESSA Section 1116
• Submitting compliance documentation to appropriate electronic collection systems for record- keeping
• Keeping school leadership and district Family & Community Engagement department updated on all Title I compliance issues and concerns to ensure 100% compliance with ESSA, District Family Engagement Policy, and Campus Family Engagement Policy
• Attend Family Engagement Liaison staff meetings and trainings as set by the Family & Community Engagement department to stay abreast of best practices, strategies, and procedures.

V. MISCELLANEOUS:

• Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal, Title I family engagement specialist/family engagement specialist.

VI.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.

VII.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture:
  Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Motion:
  Moderate walking
• Lifting:
  Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment:
  Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
• Mental Demands:
  Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions.