Community Engagement Specialist

The mission ofMichigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA)is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. The position works with all student support roles including learning coach programming and serves in various groups to provide critical training,facilitateacademic engagement, and promote effective communication practices between parents,teachersand support staff.

Job Description

Residency Requirements:MustresideinMichigan.

The Community Engagement Specialistprovidesa range of school-wide services to new and returning students and their families to help set the right tone for their academic success in the virtual school program. The position works with all student support roles including learning coach programming and serves in various groups to provide critical training,facilitateacademic engagement, and promote effective communication practices between parents,teachersand support staff.

This position offers a base salary of $45,000.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education forANY ONE. Weprovidefamiliesan online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school,Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA) We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission ofMichigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy (MGLVA)is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data,parentand student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

Essential Functions:Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performtheessential duties.

• Lead and coordinate schoolwide community engagement initiatives for students and families.
  
• Develop a consistent calendar of in-person outings, virtual events, family activities, and other opportunities for connection throughout the school year.
  
• Identify new and creative ways to increase student and family participation in the MGLVA community.
  
• Collaborate across grade bands and departments to ensure engagement opportunities are accessible and relevant to families throughout the school.
  
• Serve as a visible and welcoming point of connection for students and families at school-sponsored events and activities.
  
• Build relationships with families and gather feedback to better understand their interests, needs, and barriers to participation.
  
• Support efforts to strengthen family belonging, connection, satisfaction, and long-term engagement with MGLVA.
  
• Help promote upcoming events and engagement opportunities through appropriate school communication channels.
  
• Support and help maintain MGLVA's presence on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LC Community, and other approved communication channels.
  
• Capture and share positive stories, activities, celebrations, and experiences that highlight the MGLVA school community.
  
• Partner with school leadership and appropriate teams to support marketing and school visibility initiatives that naturally align with community engagement.
  
• Encourage staff participation in identifying and sharing stories that showcase student success, family engagement, and the MGLVA experience.
  
• Track participation and engagement trends to help evaluate the effectiveness of events and initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
  
• Serve as a champion for school culture, helping ensure that students and families experience MGLVA as a connected community rather than simply an online academic program.
  

MINIMUMREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in education, Counseling,HumanServicesor related field of study AND
  

• Two (2) years of experience work with families in a similar capacity, developing parent mentors/Learning Coaches, and/orfacilitatingcommunity involvement OR
  

• Equivalent combination of education and experience
  

• Ability to clear required background check.
  

OTHER REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with online learningenvironment;
  

• Strong organizations and time managementskills;
  

• Strong written and verbal communicationskills;
  

• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visit, etc.); Webproficiency;
  

• Ability to travel 20% of thetime
  

• Three (3) years of experience working with families in a similar capacity, developing parent mentors/parent training, and/orfacilitatingcommunityinvolvement
  

Compensation and benefitsStride, Inc. considers a personB