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Crossover · 20 hours ago

Director of Parent Engagement & Advocacy, Alpha - $200,000/year USD

Cook County, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$200K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

Crossover is leading a transformative movement in education with Alpha, a unique school model that utilizes AI-driven applications. The Director of Parent Engagement & Advocacy will spearhead efforts to expand enrollment, foster community connections, and support families throughout their educational journey.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Managing the complete parent relationship—from initial contact through sustained engagement—for a single campus

Delivering persuasive information sessions and individualized discussions that transform interested parents into dedicated supporters

Acting as the central parent contact—addressing concerns, enhancing satisfaction, and ensuring each family receives attentive support following enrollment at Alpha

Establishing credibility and presence through consistent on-site engagement, local collaborations, and targeted outreach initiatives

Mobilizing parent advocates to amplify referrals and strengthen community influence

Qualification

Educational outreach experienceParent relationship managementVerbal communication skillsTrust-building abilityWritten communication skillsCommunity engagementPublic speakingCollaborative problem-solvingCritical reasoning

Required

Currently reside within commuting distance of one of these campuses, or are willing to relocate to: Santa Barbara, CA; Palo Alto, CA; Piedmont, CA; Roswell, GA; Bethesda, MD; Brownsville, TX; Fort Worth, TX; or Kirkland, WA

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

5+ years of experience with families in educational outreach or enrollment

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Proven ability to earn trust and guide sophisticated decision-making

Deep belief in Alpha's accelerated, high-expectation learning model