Family & Community Liaison; Bilingual Spanish; South

Family & Community Liaison (Bilingual Spanish) )

Under general supervision, acts as a liaison between the schools, families, and communities; coordinates volunteer and family programs.

Coordinates and maintains resource and volunteer programs for families and community members as an integral part of the school program. Provides recruitment, orientation, training, placement, supervision, support and evaluation of volunteers at the school site. Provides potential connection to resources for families as needed, including being a linkage between the school and neighborhood services, civic services, senior citizen groups, church groups, day care centers, and businesses.

Assists in promoting the school or program by providing information to parents, visitors, and volunteers. Assists the administration and school leadership council in coordinating and maintaining communication with families and the community, including preparing documents, reports, and written materials. Communicates with families on a regular basis to establish a positive relationship with the school staff and culture. Assists with involvement of families to attend school functions, including conferences and Parent Academy (CPEO).

Works with small groups of families to address specific needs. Supports families to visit school during the day; assists with transportation needs, one-on-one supports, and encouraging positive family/staff relationships.