Family & Community Engagement Coordinator

Paterson Public School District; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District seeks a School/Community Program Coordinator to strengthen family engagement and school-community partnerships. You will plan Parent University workshops, training series, and resources to support student achievement and well-being.

The role requires coordinating with district departments, schools, and community partners, with occasional evening/weekend programs. Bachelor’s degree and experience in education-related fields preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of parenting practices and family engagement strategies.
• Experience organizing workshops, training programs, conferences, or professional development.
• Ability to translate educational information for diverse parents and caregivers.
• Experience developing workshop agendas, materials, and resources.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement Parent University workshops and training series.
• Develop educational resources and family-learning opportunities.
• Coordinate multiple presenters, partners, and program requirements.
• Support school-community engagement and relevant events.
• Occasionally provide school-based operational or student-support assistance.

Skills

Parent engagement

Adult learning

Workshop planning

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Presentation software

Video editing

Job description

Paterson Public School District seeks a School/Community Program Coordinator to strengthen family engagement and school-community partnerships. You will plan Parent University workshops, training series, and resources to support student achievement and well-being.

The role requires coordinating with district departments, schools, and community partners, with occasional evening/weekend programs. Bachelor’s degree and experience in education-related fields preferred.