Family Engagement Navigator

Mountain View Elementary School; Purcellville (VA); Presencial; USD 24.000 - 34.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Mountain View Elementary School in Purcellville, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Family Liaison to empower families to participate in their child’s education. The role will serve as a trusted resource to families within the school community, providing information about programs, services, and community organizations to assist with basic needs.

The Family Liaison will work closely with school administration and staff, helping families access technology, apply for LCPS programs, and navigate

Formación

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Experience: Previous experience assisting students, families, or clients with resource navigation.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills; relate well to people of all ethnic groups; strong organizational skills; ability to travel between sites as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as a person of trust and first point of contact for families seeking information about and resources within their child’s school.
• Encourage and facilitate family engagement and participation in the child’s education.
• Refer families to resources and organizations within the local community to assist with meeting basic needs.
• Help families navigate school technology to include ParentVUE, Schoology, Permission Click, email, etc.
• Assist families in applying for LCPS and school supported programs such as free & reduced meals, McKinney-Vento, ParentVUE verification, etc.
• Educate families on understanding and navigating the school culture, policies, procedures and practices.
• Regularly disseminate information to families about school and community events, programs, resources, and initiatives.
• Request interpreters for school meetings and events.
• Keep current on services provided by community-based organizations, nonprofits, and other providers within Loudoun County.
• Collaborate with the school administration, school social worker, school counselor, and other staff to ensure full wraparound support for families and students in need.
• Facilitate school and community partnerships for initiatives such as weekend meals, clothing distribution, school supplies drives, and others.
• Promote an equitable, welcoming and accepting atmosphere for learners and families of all backgrounds, and
• Assist families and students to access the resources available at the school and county level.

Conocimientos

Effective oral and written comms

Relates well to people of all ethnics

Strong organizational skills

Travel between work sites

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Mountain View Elementary School in Purcellville, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Family Liaison to empower families to participate in their child’s education. The role will serve as a trusted resource to families within the school community, providing information about programs, services, and community organizations to assist with basic needs.

The Family Liaison will work closely with school administration and staff, helping families access technology, apply for LCPS programs, and navigate