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Anticipated SY26-27 MYP Coordinator

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago, IL

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SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Behavioral Health, Calendar Management, Campaigns, Communication Skills, Community Programs, Community Relations, Contact Management, Database Administration, Financial Planning, Health Plan, Insurance, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Persuasion Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Retirement Plan, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, Volunteer Experience, Volunteer Management
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
17 days ago

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POSITION SUMMARY

serve as a key liaison by working with schools, parents, community members, faith based organizations and sister agencies to cultivate a culture of communication that links home/school/community while representing CPS in a positive manner.

Principal Accountabilities

I. Develop partnerships and establish communication with appropriate sister agencies (CAPS, CPD, CYFS and CHA. etc.)

  1. Introduce Community qnd Faith Based Organizations to their local schools; encourage CBOs and FBO to support their local school

  2. Provide timely, credible and accurate responses to community stakeholders; reinforce the CPS message that the School is the Center of the community; maintain regular contact with CBOs and, FBOs through site visits, written correspondence, technical assistance and telephohe contact

  3. Schedule meetings with sister agencies to brief each other on new initiatives

  4. Identify opportunities to partner with sister agencies on initiatives that will benefit CPS

  5. Listen and pro-actively qddress community concerns that affect the Chicago Public School system

  6. Identify within each community, after-school, weekend program gaps

  7. Work with schools to help provide a friendly and welcoming environment where parents and community members feel they are wanted and welcomed

  8. Assist schools with creating/establishing a parent room that can be utilized by all parents

  9. Assist with increasing parental participation in local schools and district wide activities

  10. Identify opportunities for parents to benefit from Community Based Organizations and Faith Based Organizations initiatives

  11. Assist schools at the loco! level with effective programs to increase parental

involvement

  1. Assist with coordination:of activities associated with CPS special projects

  2. Attend and support CPS press events

  3. Assist with Back-to-Sch(jol Campaign

  4. Assist with recruitment of Local School Council (LSC) candidates

  5. Assist with school opening and closing projects

  6. Assist with special initiatives from other central office departments

  7. Maintain a database of CBOs and FBOs

  8. Other duties as assigned by the Unit Director

Type of Education Required: BA

Qualifications for Job: Skills:

  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with CPS parents, CPS employees,

community organizations, faith-based organizations, appointed and elected officials; ability to work in a team environment and independently; strong communication skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written; ability to make persuasive public presentations; ability to listen and respond to internal and external customers on a number of issues.
  • Ability to accomplish goals using sound analytical and decision-making skills, and to creatively problem-solve complex issues.
  • Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools, community and faith based organizations

Experience and Number of Years:

  • Experience managing volunteer initiatives and developing strategies related to, volunteerism, community leadership and community relations programs; knowledge of public relations and public involvement techniques and strategies.
  • Experience in working with community and faith based organizations to support their involvement with Chicago Public Schools.
  • Active participation with community organizations.

'',''!*!

POSITION SUMMARY

serve as a key liaison by working with schools, parents, community members, faith based organizations and sister agencies to cultivate a culture of communication that links home/school/community while representing CPS in a positive manner.

Principal Accountabilities

I. Develop partnerships and establish communication with appropriate sister agencies (CAPS, CPD, CYFS and CHA. etc.)

  1. Introduce Community qnd Faith Based Organizations to their local schools; encourage CBOs and FBO to support their local school

  2. Provide timely, credible and accurate responses to community stakeholders; reinforce the CPS message that the School is the Center of the community; maintain regular contact with CBOs and, FBOs through site visits, written correspondence, technical assistance and telephohe contact

  3. Schedule meetings with sister agencies to brief each other on new initiatives

  4. Identify opportunities to partner with sister agencies on initiatives that will benefit CPS

  5. Listen and pro-actively qddress community concerns that affect the Chicago Public School system

  6. Identify within each community, after-school, weekend program gaps

  7. Work with schools to help provide a friendly and welcoming environment where parents and community members feel they are wanted and welcomed

  8. Assist schools with creating/establishing a parent room that can be utilized by all parents

  9. Assist with increasing parental participation in local schools and district wide activities

  10. Identify opportunities for parents to benefit from Community Based Organizations and Faith Based Organizations initiatives

  11. Assist schools at the loco! level with effective programs to increase parental

involvement

  1. Assist with coordination:of activities associated with CPS special projects

  2. Attend and support CPS press events

  3. Assist with Back-to-Sch(jol Campaign

  4. Assist with recruitment of Local School Council (LSC) candidates

  5. Assist with school opening and closing projects

  6. Assist with special initiatives from other central office departments

  7. Maintain a database of CBOs and FBOs

  8. Other duties as assigned by the Unit Director

Type of Education Required: BA

Qualifications for Job: Skills:

  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with CPS parents, CPS employees,

community organizations, faith-based organizations, appointed and elected officials; ability to work in a team environment and independently; strong communication skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written; ability to make persuasive public presentations; ability to listen and respond to internal and external customers on a number of issues.
  • Ability to accomplish goals using sound analytical and decision-making skills, and to creatively problem-solve complex issues.
  • Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools, community and faith based organizations

Experience and Number of Years:

  • Experience managing volunteer initiatives and developing strategies related to, volunteerism, community leadership and community relations programs; knowledge of public relations and public involvement techniques and strategies.
  • Experience in working with community and faith based organizations to support their involvement with Chicago Public Schools.
  • Active participation with community organizations.

'',''!*!

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You''ll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

  • Medical Plan Options
  • Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Behavioral Health & EAP
  • Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Pension Plans
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Days
  • Parental Leaves
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Religious Holidays
  • Leaves

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

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