Title I Parent Liaison (Pool Posting)

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POSITION SUMMARY:


Assists principal in ensuring that school follows federal guidelines regarding Title I funds. Duties include: facilitating parental involvement programs and coordinating activities related to student achievement. Works to increase and improve parent/family and community involvement within assigned school at Clayton County Public Schools; trains parents and provides information in order to encourage communication with parents/families and the community. Must be able to physically coordinate events and activities; some evenings and weekends required. This position reports to the Principal or designated assignee.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


Works as part of an Action Team with the administrator, parents, instructional staff, and community members to develop, execute, and assess a strategic plan for parental involvement. Assists staff to understand the value of parent involvement and work to build their capacity to establish and maintain positive relationships with parents in order to boost student achievement.

Helps parents understand what their children need to know to be successful learners and offer specific ways for parents to support their children. Informs families about their Rights under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Administers a Parent Survey/listens to parent needs. * Interprets and translates documents for language Minority Parents and to meet the needs of the parents and the needs of the District.


Conducts training and distributes accurate, timely information and supportive materials to parents and staff. Builds bridges between school and home. Helps to build partnerships between families, schools, and the community organizations to reach the hard-to-reach parents.

Meets regularly with stakeholders to discuss progress and obstacles. Proficient with and manages Title I funds for parental involvement.

All other duties as assigned, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:


Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited college or university required.

Minimum of three (3) years of working with parents/families and community members preferred.


Prior experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing with parents, schools, community, and District office personnel. Makes recommendations or decisions which usually affect the entire department/school.

Varied decision making; supervisor is available to review established broad objectives; independent judgment is required.

Requires regular, frequent communication with internal school administrative personnel.

Requires regular, frequent communication with different constituencies: external agencies, parents, community etc.

Excellent classroom management required. May be designated as a lead teacher or trainer.


Applies, recommends and implements technology to improve the effectiveness of school operations.


Normal classroom/school setting.

Light duty - On most occasions sitting at a desk or table; intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying; twenty (20) lbs. or less.

NOTE: This is a grade 22, 190 day position that pays for experience up to a Step 4.