Parent Revitalization Ambassador

Reports To

Director of Pupil Services and Building Administrator

As Assigned

East Cleveland City School District seeks parents or legal guardians who have a child or children in one of the district schools to share important information about our schools with the community. Parents or guardians who are involved with the school, excited about the growth of the District, connected to the community, and looking to establish and build relationships are our ideal candidates.

The Parent Ambassador program helps increase the district's capacity to build a community of leaders who support outreach to parents and families.

• Must be a current East Cleveland City School District parent or legal guardian, not a current staff member.
• Attend mandatory training.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and have basic computer skills.
• Must commit to one semester.
• Ability to plan and collaborate with staff, families, and community members.
• Community-oriented with a commitment to providing service to others.
• The ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience.
• Active listening and empathy with others when issues are highlighted.
• Maintains high standards of confidentiality and ability to model positive behavior.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass BCI/FBI background check.

• Provide welcome and connection for new families.
• Interact with other parents, families, and the community through a variety of methods (in person, via phone, email, and social media).
• Assist families and community members with questions and refer to the correct source within the school district.
• Work with Parent Empowerment Center staff, and/or Family/Parent Liaisons to create programming and resources.
• Provide outreach to families to participate in family engagement programs and activities.
• Promote East Cleveland City School District to new families.
• Work with district administrators to arrange virtual or in-person tours to schools.
• Support and attend family programs and activities.
• Attend community fairs and activities with East Cleveland staff, possible weekend events, volunteer at school events and functions if needed.
• Share parent engagement experiences, including successes and recommendations for improvements.
• Can be hybrid in person and virtual.

• Expected moving, bending, walking, and standing consistent with an office environment and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, hand, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to talk and/or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Exposure to a normal office environment.
• Local travel may be required for training/meetings.

School Year, Part-time.

Hourly Rate: $25 (10-20 hours per week).