Waterbury Public Schools · 2 weeks ago
Parent Liaison - Roberto Clemente International School
Waterbury, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.97/hr - $20.97/hr
3+ years expWaterbury Public Schools is dedicated to enhancing student success through effective parent outreach services. The Parent Liaison will provide support to Title I students and their families, facilitating communication and promoting parental involvement in educational activities.
EducationHigher EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Addresses or conveys parents’ questions and concerns to appropriate school staff for the purpose of supporting student success
Assists English language learning and other families in locating community resources for the purpose of promoting parent effectiveness and student achievement
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting students in the completion of their work activities
Assists with the organization and implementation of events and activities for the purpose of promoting parent involvement
Collects and disseminates information to parents and community agencies about events at the school
Coordinate assignments of tasks and training of volunteers
Encourage partnership between parents, school and community
Interprets and information (e.g. school closures, locations, hours, etc.) for the purpose of assisting in the communication between English language learning families and school staff and assisting the students and their family’s incompletion of required forms
Maintain logs and data related to parental involvement
Maintains a variety of records (e.g. immigration information, surveys, conference logs) for the purpose of providing required information and/or documentation
Make phone calls and home visits to parents who may need assistance
Participates in required in service activities for the purpose of maintaining and enhancing work related skills
Prepares written materials (e.g. reports, memorandum, letters, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities providing written reference and/or conveying information
Provide a consistent community presence in the school
Recruits parents and other volunteers to support the educational programs of the school and participate in school activities and conferences as it applies to Title I
Translates written and/or verbal communications (e.g. telephone calls, notes, bulletins, progress reports, etc.) for the purpose of keeping parents informed of matters concerning the education of their children and informing them of District-sponsored events and activities
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate and three (3) years of full-time employment or equivalent work that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below
Must have residence in the school attendance area or familiarity with attendance concerns in the school area
Must be available during school hours and some evenings
Must be able to attend District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) meetings on state, regional and national levels if funds are available
Must implement at least five (5) parent information sessions
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current Motor Vehicle Class D Operator's License
Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and District procedures
Knowledge of the similarities and differences between cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs of students and the factors that influence these different needs
Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student's life and learning
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI)
Written and verbal communication skills
Interpersonal and social skills
Ability to assist and reinforce elements that support a safe, healthy, and effective teaching and learning environment
Ability to be sensitive and respectful in communications regarding all children and families, regardless of differences in cultural heritage, lifestyle, values, and home environment
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students
Ability to follow oral and written direction of licensed teachers, seeking clarification as needed
Ability to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
Ability to maintain accurate records and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to participate as a member of the educational team when requested to attend conferences with families or primary caregivers, with an understanding of some of the concerns of parents
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: proficiency reading, speaking, and writing, in English and the target language
Ability to use ethical practices for confidential communication about students
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students and their families and other external stakeholders
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Company
Waterbury Public Schools
Waterbury Public Schools is a school district made up of elementary, middle, and high schools as well as special programs.
11-50 employees
Funding
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William Clark
Chief Operating Officer
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