Family Engagement & Education Liaison

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District seeks a dedicated Parent Support Specialist to serve families within the school community, providing information on educational opportunities, engagement activities, and connection to community resources. The role focuses on expanding parent involvement and acting as a liaison to enhance students' academic success.

Responsibilities include home visits, coordinating parent education programs, communicating with families and staff, and organizing volunteer

Qualifications

• Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency).
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from various backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to parents to assist with reinforcement or extension ideas on learning activities in group settings.
• Complete home visits and document home visits conducted.
• Know community resources and refer families to resources or access community resources for the families in the school community.
• Serve as a communication link between families and school staff as needed.
• Coordinate parent education activities and programs for families in the school community.
• Disseminate approved materials and information about community activities and school programs at various venues.
• Develop a plan with specific activities to increase parental engagement.
• Serve as liaison to organize recruitment, processing and training of campus volunteers.
• Attend required professional learning sessions related to the position.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dallas Independent School District seeks a dedicated Parent Support Specialist to serve families within the school community, providing information on educational opportunities, engagement activities, and connection to community resources. The role focuses on expanding parent involvement and acting as a liaison to enhance students' academic success.

Responsibilities include home visits, coordinating parent education programs, communicating with families and staff, and organizing volunteer