SALEM CITY SCHOOLS IS SEARCHING FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITION OF FAMILY ENGAEMENT COORDINATOR. 

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:

Performs intermediate paraprofessional work improving communication between the school and the students’ families, while also promoting family engagement in their child’s education; encouraging greater community involvement in the schools; providing support services to teachers, students and families; serves as PTA and community liaison and supports program planning; coordinating family events; providing support to enhance student attendance, academic and behavioral success; does related work as required.  Work is performed under the regular supervision of the building Principal.  This is a non-exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside environmental conditions and noise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

Providing support services to teachers, students and families.  The Family Engagement Coordinator also……

• Facilitates outreach, training, and support to families to enhance the sense of community and belonging;
• Collaborates with stakeholders to foster community involvement in programs, PTA, and parent volunteer programs;
• Researches, develops, and implements a wide range or innovative, relevant, and effective techniques to engage the community;
• Ensures the information/engagement needs of culturally and economically diverse communities are met and works to identify and eliminate barriers to participation;
• Plans and participates in meaningful community events;
• Coordinates with community leaders and organizations to build resources and increase community engagement;
• Serves as liaison between
• Works with school administration and teachers to identify and fulfill the needs of students and facilitate in the referral process if needed;
• Communicates with students, student counselors and parents through conferences and other means;
• Ensures confidentiality with respect to information records concerning families and students;
• May assist in classrooms as assigned;
• Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrate leadership qualities and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders; strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to track details and prioritize timelines; general knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, families, and community partners; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited community college with a degree in an acceptable field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

September 2021

SALEM CITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER