Community Engagement Advocate, Flexible Schedule

May 18, 2026

SCHOOL CITY OF EAST CHICAGO

2026-2027 School Year POSITION: Community Engagement Liaison (CEL) LOCATION: George Washington Elementary and Joseph Block Middle DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR: Title 1 District F.A.C.E. Coordinator/Principal

JOB GOAL:

The family plays an important role in the life of our students.Research shows that when parents/families are involved in a child’s life, attitudes, motivation and self-esteem are improved. Research also indicates that parental involvement supports and motivates the school’s staff, resulting in increased teacher and program effectiveness.The prime focus of parental involvement activities will be to establish a strong link between school and the community.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum High School Diploma
• Some college preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Prefer Bi-lingual

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

The Community Engagement Liaison (CEL) will model and facilitate a welcoming school environment for their assigned school in collaboration with building administration and staff. The CEL will be an ambassador of the SCEC Strategic Plan within the sectors of school and community and will be the pivotal link in helping families’ access services to meet their individual and collective needs, in order that barriers that impede the academic and personal success of students and self can be diminished. ·The CEL will serve the families and students in grades Pre-K-12th in all Title schools. The role of the CEL will be to identify, develop and implement a diversity of Title 1 Services through the school-based Family Resource Center (FRC) that reflects the needs of the student/family population served. The CEL will develop and nurture an active Parent Leadership committee, representing ALL grades levels in their designated school of assignment. The CEL will provide critical knowledge or access to knowledge of all SCEC Title 1 Program services both academic and non-academic to families, while promoting the channels for securing desired services. The CEL will participate in district-wide Title 1 student events as assigned, such as BTSR, pre-registration for student programs, fall student enrollment, School Open House, Technology and building student and/or family initiatives. The CEL will work a “flex schedule” to meet the needs of his/her building/student/family needs. The CEL will be an active problem-solver, have the ability to take initiative, while alo take guidance when appropriate. The CEL will be a resource to and facilitate training for parents on topics of child development, behavior acquisition and addressing childhood behavioral concerns, student expectations, and achievement through the Annual Title 1 Meetings and monthly Parent Involvement Workshops. The CEL will develop and facilitate an “Ambassador Welcome Program” for new students and parents in collaboration with the school’s Parent Leadership Committee. The CEL will serve as the resource or resource link for parents whereby English is their second language. The CEL will facilitate volunteer opportunities for designed school building and implement their school’s Parent Involvement Policy. The CEL will work effectively with building and district level administrators within all K-12th Title 1 schools The CEL will be a training resource for parent engagement for building staff. The CEL will engage SCEC educational and support staff to create an effective communication channel in order that school and family connections may be established and sustained for the benefit of student success. The CEL will function as the “Parent Feedback” loop for school improvement. The CEL will collect data as assigned, maintain records and submit data records within the set timeframe. The CEL will support and assist as needed district-wide SCEC marketing campaigns and work collaboratively with the district F.A.C.E. Coordinator. The CEL will report to their supervisor (F.A.C.E. Coordinator), building administrator and Title 1 director to keep them abreast of CEL activities, concern, and seek guidance and needed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·The CEL will handle all assigned duties with professional integrity and a motivation that reflects enthusiasm for her/his role. The CEL will be dependable in meeting their role expectations. The CEL will be culturally sensitive in their interaction with students, families, and staff. The CEL will participate in in-service training and professional development as provided. The CEL will maintain confidentiality with families served; accept for circumstances involving harm to self or others or in case of supervision. The CEL will participate in monthly departmental meetings. ·The CEL will collaborate with service providers that focus on the transitional age of Pre-K and youth/adults in the realm of school to work and areas or the emerging workforce, facilitating linking resources to needs. The CEL will seek out community resources in support of FRC program services. Must possess written communication skills, including the ability to draft, edit, and proofread emails, as well as reading comprehension to respond to those emails. SALARY: Hourly START DATE: Upon Board Approval Application Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Please submit a letter of interest and credentials/resume to: Human Resource Coordinator School City of East Chicago 1401 East 144 th Street East Chicago, IN 46312 View email address on click.appcast.io Must provide THREE professional references Complete application on the School City of East Chicago’s website @ Links: Services/Human Resources/JOB OPPORTUNITIES #J-18808-Ljbffr School City Of East Chicago