Parent Involvement Assistant - High School

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Design, schedule, promote, implement and monitor programs intended to enhance the support and participation of parents at home, in the community, and at the campus that directly and positively affect the academic success of student; serve as a resource to site administrators and teachers regarding parent involvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

Two years of study at an institution of higher learning OR

Associates Degree of higher OR

Meet the rigorous standard of quality required by the district

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Work effectively and harmoniously with students, parents and school personnel

Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment

Effective verbal and written communications skills

Manual dexterity and physical capabilities to perform all job requirements

Work well with children and effectively manage large and small groups

Initiative to implement parent training programs

Physical/Mental abilities:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; copy machine

Posture: Prolonged standing; moderate walking; occasional sitting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Some repetitive hand motions including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (up to 40 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; work flexible hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

Experience working with students and parents is preferred. This experience may be work in church-related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day-care or similar experiences

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Serve as a liaison between the school and the parent/families of the school.
• Promote positive parenting throughout the campus by providing training opportunities for parents/guardians on strategies to promote student success.
• Work cooperatively with administrators in implementing the parent involvement program according to state and federal guidelines.
• Develop and execute programs and initiatives to enhance services and strengthen relationships between school and home.
• Promote family welfare efforts by establishing contacts with community organizations.
• Provide timely and relevant information to parents/guardians concerning school and district activities, operations, procedures to improve home/school communication.
• Make personal contacts through a variety of modalities (electronic, face-to-face, home visits, etc.) to encourage parental engagement.
• Research collect, organize and coordinate resource materials and activities to facilitate parental involvement and engagement in their child's education, under the direction of the campus administration.
• Participate in campus-based outreach activities, such as curriculum nights, special events, PTA meetings, etc.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, parent participation, and results of efforts.
• Advocate for student/family needs.
• Participate in on-going professional development by attending workshops, lectures and institutes on specific subjects to enhance job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.