School Support and Engagement Liaison

Interested candidates must apply online through the Career Site to Apply: Support and Engagement Liaison (Out-of-School Time Coordinator)

Amherst Pelham and Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools

Status: Full-time
Contract Classification: Committee Action
Posting Period: Open until filled

Position Summary

The School Support and Engagement Liaison coordinates district out-of-school time programming to support student achievement well-being and engagement. Reporting to the Director of Student & Family Engagement the Liaison oversees the Morning Movement before-school program and district after-school programs including program planning staffing daily operations family communication and administrative coordination.

The Liaison also supports academic enrichment social-emotional learning bullying prevention and positive school climate initiatives. Working with educators administrators students families and community partners the Liaison helps reduce barriers to participation and expand equitable access to programs that support students academic social and emotional development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Before- and After-School Program Operations

• Coordinate the Morning Movement before-school program including planning scheduling staffing supervision and daily operations.
• Oversee district after-school programs to ensure safe engaging and accessible programming aligned with district goals.
• Coordinate the recruitment training scheduling and supervision of program staff and volunteers and the participation of community partners.
• Manage enrollment attendance records family communication and program logistics including space materials and transportation coordination.
• Ensure program operations follow district policies established safety procedures and student supervision requirements.
• Address operational concerns and communicate program needs and issues to the Director and appropriate school administrators.

Program Administration and Financial Coordination

• Prepare and submit purchase requisitions and coordinate purchase order processing with the Business Office for Morning Movement and district after-school programs.
• Collect and review program staff timesheets for accuracy and completeness and submit them according to district payroll deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records of program expenditures purchases and supporting documentation.
• Follow district procurement payroll and recordkeeping procedures.
• Monitor program spending and communicate budget needs or concerns to the Director.

Program Development and Student Support

• Develop and implement programming that promotes academic enrichment social-emotional learning student engagement and bullying prevention.
• Collaborate with school administrators and staff to connect out-of-school time programming with students needs and school-day learning.
• Support students experiencing academic behavioral or social challenges in coordination with appropriate school staff.
• Work with students families and school teams to identify barriers coordinate supports and develop strategies that promote participation and positive outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to expand equitable access to enrichment and student support programs.

School Climate and Bullying Prevention

• Coordinate bullying prevention and positive school climate initiatives under the direction of the Director of Student & Family Engagement.
• Plan and facilitate workshops and learning opportunities for students staff and families on belonging bullying prevention diversity equity and inclusion.
• Collaborate with school teams to reinforce positive relationships and inclusive practices within out-of-school time programs.

Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as a liaison among the Director school staff families and community partners to support coordinated program implementation.
• Maintain timely clear and accessible communication about enrollment schedules expectations and program updates.
• Build partnerships that strengthen enrichment opportunities and student and family engagement.

Data Evaluation and Professional Learning

• Track participation attendance and program outcomes to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Gather feedback from students families staff and community partners to inform program planning.
• Prepare reports and presentations for district leadership and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow district procedures for handling student and employee information.
• Stay current on effective practices in out-of-school time programming student development and school climate.
• Provide training and ongoing support to program staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Education Educational Leadership Counseling Social Work or a related field is required; a masters degree is preferred.
• At least three years of experience in education student support or program coordination.
• Experience coordinating or supervising before-school after-school or other out-of-school time programs preferred.
• Knowledge of student development social-emotional learning and bullying prevention strategies.
• Strong communication collaboration organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail in purchasing timesheet review financial documentation and recordkeeping.
• Working knowledge of Tyler Munis PowerSchool Red Rover and Google Workspace preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency preferred particularly in English and Spanish.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students families staff and community partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity inclusion and accessible programming.

Working Conditions

This full-time position requires a varied schedule that includes early mornings for Morning Movement and late afternoons or early evenings for after-school programming. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Work takes place in office settings schools program sites and community locations and includes both administrative responsibilities and on-site program supervision.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health dental and retirement plans subject to applicable eligibility requirements and plan terms.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of required background checks including a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check and a national fingerprint-based background check. Cost is the responsibility of the applicant.

How to Apply

Apply online through the District Career Site .

For questions contact Human Resources at or .

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Amherst Pelham and Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools are equal opportunity employers. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

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