Family Engagement Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Family Engagement Specialist

DIVISION: Assigned Location

GRADE: 6

DEPARTMENT: Assigned Location

WORK DAY: 190

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

JOB CLASS: 4085

GROUP: Classified

POSITION SUMMARY


The Family Engagement Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting the school community by connecting families with necessary services and monitoring student attendance to understand the reasons behind absences. This role bridges the learning environments between home and school, helps families set and track educational and developmental goals, and guides them towards achieving these goals through coordinated services. The Family Engagement Specialist ensures effective communication with parents and school staff and provides language support by translating documents and interpreting during school meetings and appointments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree in education, social work, sociology, psychology or related field preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Valid Georgia Driver's License
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint
• Background Clearance

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bilingual and bi-literate in English and Spanish preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES


Skills-based Competencies


Required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and planning and managing projects.


Knowledge-based Competencies


Required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: child and adult learning principles; and best social work practices.


Ability-based Competencies


Required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; networking and facilitating communications; motivating others; and developing and implementing effective conflict resolution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Generally ranges from 5-10 bullet points)

• Serves as the liaison between the school and parents, relaying the academic needs of one to the other.
• Supports families for the purpose of becoming partners in their children's education at home and with teachers by aiding in the understanding of school academic standards, core curriculum, and assessments.
• Coordinates a variety of meetings and activities (parent training, program events, parent committee meetings, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Develops a variety of reports (daily, monthly, quarterly, and annually, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring services provided for children and families.
• Engages families to participate in various available programs for the purpose of making positive gains in child development, family self-sufficiency, and accomplishment of family goals.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records (child and family records, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference while complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Monitors child and family case management for the purpose of ensuring documentation of child and family case management meets program and governmental requirements.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars (staffing meetings, staff development, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of materials (reports, letters, memos, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Responds to inquiries (parents, staff, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, facilitating communication among parties, and/or providing information or directions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS


The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment which may be required of positions in this class. Clarke County School District encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.


Vision:

Hearing:

Speech:

Upper Body Mobility:

Strength: Some lifting

Environmental requirements:

Mental Requirements:

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing.

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. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Last Updated: 08/2024