Family and Community Engagement Coordinator

Family and Community Engagement Coordinator Location: Central Office and Training Center Position Type: Full-Time Terms of Employment: 261 Days Title: Family and Community Engagement Coordinator Starting Date: Immediately Job Overview The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban district serving approximately 22,000 students. This role serves as a resource and systems leader for families, community members, district, and school staff. The Coordinator will work to build the capacity and support school–based Family and Community Engagement Specialists based on the NAFSCE 8 core competency framework for effective family–school partnerships. Job Goal Advance KCKPS’s strategic priority to “Empower KCKPS Families and Community in Student Success,” inclusive of all campuses. Essential Functions Family Engagement Leadership Collaborate with district and school leadership in building a sustainable family engagement framework and infrastructure. Assist the Director in coordinating and facilitating Family Engagement work groups designed to engage diverse stakeholders. Plan and implement school–specific and district–wide family engagement events to strengthen relationships with families and the community. Collaborate with district and school leadership to develop and provide learning opportunities for principals and teachers focused on family engagement, building skills around the implementation of evidence‑based practices and strategies. Develop and support school–based FACE staff with professional development, resources, and coaching. Participate in the collection and input of evaluation data used to measure program effectiveness. Communication Collaborate with FACE staff to conduct ongoing outreach and listening tours with families to ensure their voice and engagement in the continuous improvement of schools and the district. Assist in creating a district‑wide infrastructure, processes, and protocols that support two‑way communication and a continuous feedback loop between families, schools, and district leadership. Prepare reports for the Family and Community Engagement Director, Executive Director of Student Services and Family Support, Deputy Superintendent, and/or Superintendent. Produce and disseminate the monthly Family Engagement Newsletter. Work with District Language Support to assess the efficacy of school communication with families and ensure that messaging is responsive to language preferences and communication style. Direct Family Support Build relationships with local service providers and community agencies to expand the network of support offered to families. Develop and maintain a directory of community supports and resources. Perform follow‑up communication with new students and families through a case‑management approach. Support families to navigate the school system and connect with community resources. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Welcome Center and Family Engagement or the Executive Director of Student Services and Family Support. Qualifications Meet the employment qualifications set forth by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education and the Kansas State Department of Education. Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Education or a related field. Master’s Degree preferred. 3 to 5 years of experience working in education, family engagement, youth development, and/or family services. Demonstrated success in working with students and families of diverse backgrounds. Capacity to “hit the ground running” at the start of employment. Energetic, positive, and passionate about listening to and engaging with families, students, school staff, and community partners. Working knowledge of the K‑12 landscape. Commitment to and experience with advancing equity. Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to work collaboratively within KCKPS and the community. Ability to think creatively, initiate and manage projects, and follow through on plans. Exceptionally detail‑oriented, organized, and deadline‑driven. Bilingual experience preferred. Effective oral and written communication skills. Additional Information Communication / Organization: Maintains communication with school personnel, parents/guardians, and uses technology effectively. Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and interprets varied instructions. Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional documents; writes reports and correspondence; presents information to stakeholders. Physical Demands: Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking, hearing, occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs, and occasional visits to children’s homes. Work Environment: Generally loud; responsible for student safety and well‑being. Other Skills and Abilities: Applies current research to instructional programs; plans and implements lessons; establishes effective relationships; communicates clearly. Salary: Equal Opportunity Employer Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. Title IX Contact District Compliance Coordinator 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, KS 66104 View phone number on click.appcast.io Title View email address on click.appcast.io Job Requirements Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Please do NOT contact this employer regarding job postings that have closed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools