Family Engagement Specialist

Family Engagement Specialist - Harrisburg S D J o b D e s c r i p t i o n JOB INFORMATION Title: Family Engagement Specialist - Harrisburg S D FLSA: Exempt X Non-Exempt

Employee Group: Support Shift: Both LastEditedOn: 10/7/19 LastApprovedOn: Locations: X Building Central Office

ORGANIZATION County: Dauphin Entity: Harrisburg S D Department: Administration Reports To: Federal Programs Administrator JOB SUMMARY To provide educational and support services as part of the network of assistance for students, parent involvement, family, and community engagement in Title I schools. Essential Functions Essential Functions % TIME Provides orientation to parents in the philosophy, policies and practices of parent involvement, especially with Title I programs. Provides services as liaison between student, home, parent, school, and community resources such as family services agencies. 25% Supports and works with parents, Social Workers, Counselors, and community agencies that can contribute resources to assist families as needed to enhance the school's climate and student achievement. 25% Organizes communication and activities in assigned Title I school among the teachers, parents, community and school administrators. Assists with the dissemination of information regarding parent involvement including books, tutorial services to reinforce skills and educational games/materials for the entire family. 20% Makes home visits as needed and works with parents regarding ways in which they can help their children improve their academic achievement. Coordinates parent and staff training initiatives days, evenings and weekends and provides technical assistance to teachers and home visitors. 15% Collaborates with administrators to implement parent engagement programs according to state and federal guidelines and District policy and procedures. Provides parents of children with disabilities with information on state and federal disability laws and facilitates their interaction with the appropriate staff to address concerns about their student's needs. 5% Participates in on-going professional development by attending workshops to enhance job performance as directed or approved by the supervisor. 5% Works in Title I Schools and Early Childhood Centers to ensure homeless children and their families' needs are identified and steps are taken to meet those needs through school resources and community agencies. 5% Performs other duties as assigned. Performs in accordance with school policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws. QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Education Level Education Details Req Pref High School X Work Experience Experience Experience Details Req Pref 1-2 years in related field X The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard ADA Settings Standard ADA Selection X Office Classroom Other(to include Physically Demanding Positions)

This factor measures the strength and stamina required in areas such as lifting, standing, and the frequency of doing these as necessary to perform the particular duties of the job. Physical Demands The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Demand Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Weight Sitting X Standing X Walking X Talking: On the phone; person-to- person, and in groups X Hearing: On the phone; person-to- person, and in groups X Vision: Near, midrange, far, peripheral, depth and color X Driving Requirements (personal vehicle, and/or company vehicle):

Machines or tools used: Computer: X Machines or tools used: Telephone X Pushing/Pulling/Lifting(Enter Weight)

The school recognizes that reasonable accommodations must be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Working Environment Working Condition Typical Office Environment Subject to inside environmental conditions Subject to outside environmental conditions

May be exposed to hazardous materials, body fluids, or disease Typical classroom environment