Leader of Famiy Engagement

King Center Charter School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

King Center Charter School is seeking a Leader of Family Engagement to strengthen relations with families and the community. You will oversee the PTO, engage families, and coordinate resources to support student success.

This role supports SEL initiatives and Lighthouse certification, serves as a liaison to current and prospective families, and helps recruit and engage alumni while promoting access to enrichment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or at least two years of related relationship-building experience.
• Experience coordinating resources to address children's social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Public speaking and presentation skills for meetings and workshops.
• Experience planning events and community engagement activities.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and partners.
• Basic proficiency with technology and data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Oversight: maintain student registration and enrollment records; ensure accurate family contact information in PowerSchool; maintain records and data logs using Excel/Sheets.
• Family Engagement and Parent Support: liaison between KCCS and families; create welcoming environment for ideas and collaboration; advise PTO using Leader in Me resources.
• Community Relations and Partnerships: establish relationships with local nonprofits and partners; promote community involvement and connect families with resources.
• Alumni Engagement and Postsecondary Readiness: support Alumni Association development and engagement; promote postsecondary awareness and opportunities.
• School Culture, Enrichment, and Leadership Initiatives: coordinate enrichment activities; support Leader in Me initiatives and student leadership.
• Enrollment and Recruitment: collaborate on recruitment and outreach; engage families and alumni to raise enrollment.
• Other Responsibilities: attend meetings and trainings; support mission of King Center Charter School.

Skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Event planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or two years related experience

Job description

Position Summary

: Leader of Family Engagement. The Leader of Family Engagement is responsible for strengthening the relationship between King Center Charter School (KCCS), its families, and the broader community. This position provides leadership and coordination for the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), while fostering meaningful family engagement and community partnerships that support student success.

The Leader of Family Engagement supports the implementation and sustainability of Lighthouse certification and other social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives. The position serves as a primary liaison for current and prospective families, supports the development and engagement of the KCCS Alumni Association, and contributes to student recruitment and enrollment efforts. Additionally, this role facilitates connections between KCCS families and community organizations to expand access to student-based services, resources, and enrichment opportunities.

Through collaboration with school leadership, staff, families, and community partners, the Leader of Family and Engagement helps advance the school's mission of developing lifelong learners and leaders through academic excellence and personal development.

Salary range:

$40,000-$45,00

Status:

Full time Unionized: 40 hours/week (flexing for evening and weekend shifts)

Work Hours:

Typically 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, with some evenings and weekends required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Administrative Oversight

• Serve as the school registrar, maintaining accurate student registration and enrollment records in accordance with school procedures.
• Ensure family contact information is accurate and current in PowerSchool.
• Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, reports, and data logs using Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and other designated school systems.

2. Family Engagement and Parent Support

• Serve as a liaison between KCCS and current and prospective families, fostering positive relationships and effective communication.
• Create a welcoming environment where parents and caregivers can share ideas, provide feedback, and collaborate on initiatives that strengthen school culture.
• Advise and support the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), utilizing Leader in Me Family Coordinator resources, tools, and strategies to encourage meaningful family participation.
• Coordinate or facilitate parent workshops and connect families with relevant educational, parenting, and community-based resources.
• Assist families with accessing and navigating the PowerSchool Parent Portal and LiveSchool to encourage engagement with student progress, behavior, and school activities.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen family participation in school programs, events, and initiatives.

3. Community Relations and Partnerships

• Establish and maintain relationships with local nonprofit organizations, charitable organizations, community agencies, and other partners to support KCCS students and families.
• Cultivate school-wide activities and initiatives that promote community involvement and strengthen connections between KCCS and the surrounding community.
• Coordinate with community partners to connect students and families with appropriate resources, services, enrichment opportunities, and other forms of support.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of the school's food giveaway program.
• Identify opportunities for community organizations to contribute to student enrichment, family engagement, and school-wide initiatives.

4. Alumni Engagement and Postsecondary Readiness

• Support the development and ongoing engagement of the KCCS Alumni Association.
• Establish opportunities for alumni to participate in school activities through volunteering, mentoring, enrichment programming, and community partnerships.
• Foster relationships among current families, alumni, and community partners to strengthen the KCCS community.
• Partner with families and community organizations to promote awareness of postsecondary education, career exploration, and future planning opportunities for students.

5. School Culture, Enrichment, and Leadership Initiatives

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of enrichment activities and school culture-building initiatives.
• Guide and support the Events Committee in planning school events, promoting participation, and coordinating community involvement.
• Support the implementation and sustainability of Lighthouse certification and related Leader in Me initiatives.
• Assist with and support the Junior Lighthouse Team in developing student leadership, engagement, and school culture initiatives.
• Collaborate with school leadership and staff to promote social-emotional learning (SEL), positive school culture, student leadership, and a sense of belonging.

6. Enrollment and Recruitment

• Collaborate with the Enrollment Committee to support student recruitment, community outreach, and enrollment initiatives.
• Engage current families, alumni, and community partners in promoting KCCS and increasing awareness of enrollment opportunities.
• Support outreach to prospective families and assist with activities designed to strengthen student enrollment and retention.

7. Other Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school leadership, faculty, staff, families, and community partners to advance the mission and goals of King Center Charter School.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and school events as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designated supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a minimum of two years of demonstrated experience building relationships with families, community partners, nonprofit organizations, or other community-based agencies.
• Experience identifying resources and coordinating support to address children's social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Strong organizational, planning, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills, including the ability to facilitate meetings, workshops, and community events.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing events, programs, or community engagement activities.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student and family information professionally and appropriately.
• Ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with students, families, school personnel, and community partners.
• Basic proficiency with technology and data management tools, including spreadsheets and student information systems, or the ability to learn designated school systems.

Preferred Qualifications and Professional Development

• Completion of Leader in Me training or willingness to participate in required training.
• Training or experience in trauma-informed practices and culturally responsive practices.
• Experience working in a school, youth-serving organization, family engagement program, or community-based service setting.
• Familiarity with student registration, attendance procedures, family outreach, and community resource coordination.
• Experience supporting social-emotional learning (SEL), student leadership, or school culture initiatives.