Lead Family Engagement Specialist
Clarke County School District, New York, NY, United States
Lead Family Engagement Specialist
Position Summary: The Lead Family Engagement Specialist is crucial in guiding the efforts of school‑based Family Engagement Specialists. This role focuses on strengthening the connections between families, schools, and the broader community to enhance student success. Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive family engagement plan aligned with the district’s strategic goals, ensuring compliance with federal standards under Title IA Section 1116 of ESSA, and supporting specialists in providing parents and community stakeholders with essential resources and information. This position fosters meaningful partnerships that promote educational and social achievement through deep family involvement.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED required
College degree preferred
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Background Clearance
Experience working in low‑income urban communities
Experience developing communication tools across multiple platforms, planning events, and managing multiple projects concurrently
English and Spanish verbal and writing skills are preferred
Willingness to flex hours
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge, Skills, & Ability
Planning and managing projects and programs; overseeing program financial activities; developing effective working relationships; preparing and maintaining accurate records; using assessment results to guide instruction; and administering personnel policies and procedures.
Knowledge of pertinent laws, codes, policies, regulations, personnel and budgeting processes, intervention programming, diversity best practices, and standard business practices. Ability to perform algebra and/or geometry.
Scheduling activities, meetings, and events; gathering, collating, and classifying data; considering factors when using equipment; independence in problem solving; meeting deadlines; setting priorities; maintaining confidentiality; facilitating communication between persons with divergent positions.
Essential Duties
Engages parents and parent organizations to understand, advocate for, and contribute to their children’s right to a high‑quality education.
Engages families and community members around issues that affect the quality of educational experiences and seeks input and suggestions for improving academic achievement.
Convenes and supports meetings of key stakeholders, including faith‑based organizations, youth, and other community groups.
Develops and provides ongoing training to school family engagement specialists to build their capacity to engage families and community members as outlined in Title IA Section 1116 of the ESSA Act.
Represents CCSD at various community events and meetings.
Supports family engagement specialists to cultivate and sustain collaborative community relationships.
Coordinates ongoing professional learning and support for school‑based family engagement specialists.
Provides training and support to school and district groups as needed around best practices in building relationships with families and overall family engagement practices.
Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Physical Abilities and Working Conditions
Job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment are not exhaustive. Clarke County School District encourages persons with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department.
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the Clarke County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, religion, disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Last Updated: 08/2024
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Position Summary: The Lead Family Engagement Specialist is crucial in guiding the efforts of school‑based Family Engagement Specialists. This role focuses on strengthening the connections between families, schools, and the broader community to enhance student success. Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive family engagement plan aligned with the district’s strategic goals, ensuring compliance with federal standards under Title IA Section 1116 of ESSA, and supporting specialists in providing parents and community stakeholders with essential resources and information. This position fosters meaningful partnerships that promote educational and social achievement through deep family involvement.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED required
College degree preferred
Criminal Justice Fingerprint
Background Clearance
Experience working in low‑income urban communities
Experience developing communication tools across multiple platforms, planning events, and managing multiple projects concurrently
English and Spanish verbal and writing skills are preferred
Willingness to flex hours
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge, Skills, & Ability
Planning and managing projects and programs; overseeing program financial activities; developing effective working relationships; preparing and maintaining accurate records; using assessment results to guide instruction; and administering personnel policies and procedures.
Knowledge of pertinent laws, codes, policies, regulations, personnel and budgeting processes, intervention programming, diversity best practices, and standard business practices. Ability to perform algebra and/or geometry.
Scheduling activities, meetings, and events; gathering, collating, and classifying data; considering factors when using equipment; independence in problem solving; meeting deadlines; setting priorities; maintaining confidentiality; facilitating communication between persons with divergent positions.
Essential Duties
Engages parents and parent organizations to understand, advocate for, and contribute to their children’s right to a high‑quality education.
Engages families and community members around issues that affect the quality of educational experiences and seeks input and suggestions for improving academic achievement.
Convenes and supports meetings of key stakeholders, including faith‑based organizations, youth, and other community groups.
Develops and provides ongoing training to school family engagement specialists to build their capacity to engage families and community members as outlined in Title IA Section 1116 of the ESSA Act.
Represents CCSD at various community events and meetings.
Supports family engagement specialists to cultivate and sustain collaborative community relationships.
Coordinates ongoing professional learning and support for school‑based family engagement specialists.
Provides training and support to school and district groups as needed around best practices in building relationships with families and overall family engagement practices.
Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Physical Abilities and Working Conditions
Job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment are not exhaustive. Clarke County School District encourages persons with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department.
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the Clarke County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, religion, disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Last Updated: 08/2024
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