POSITION

Job Description

Job Title:Parent LiaisonExempt Status:Exempt

Reports to:Assistant Superintendent of Human ResourcesDate Revised:06/2017

Dept./School:

Primary Purpose:

To be a visible, reliable, approachable resource for parents to encourage and maintain genuine relationships between the home and school for elementary campuses (Primary – Middle).

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree

Texas Teaching Certification (preferred)

Bilingual, Spanish (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Experience:

Three years professional experience, preferably in a public education environment

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

  1. Serve as a liaison between the school and the parent/families of the school
  2. Promote positive parenting throughout the elementary school campuses by providing training opportunities for parents/guardians on strategies to promote student success.
  3. Promote family welfare efforts by establishing contacts with community organizations
  4. Provide timely and relevant information to parents/guardians concerning school and district activities, operations, procedures to improve home/school communication.
  5. Make personal contacts through a variety of modalities (electronic, face-to-face, home visits, etc.) to encourage parental engagement
  6. Research collect, organize and coordinate resource materials and activities to facilitate parental involvement and engagement in their child’s education, under the direction of the campus principal and assistant superintendent
  7. Participate in campus-based outreach activities, such as curriculum nights, special events, PTA meetings, etc.
  8. Maintain accurate records of activities, parent participation, and results of efforts
  9. Develop and execute programs and initiatives to enhance services and strengthen relationships between school and home
  10. Advocate for student/family need

Other

  1. Maintain diplomacy, poise, and professionalism under pressure
  2. Demonstrate an excellent level of cultural acceptance and inclusion
  3. Have a superior understanding of District policy, Student Code of Conduct, and Student Handbook.

Equipment Used:

General office supplies and standard computer-based programs

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, and reaching. Occasional lifting and moving of moderate to heavy objects. Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer. Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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