Parent Advocacy Specialist (Pending Board Approval)

Fountain; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Parent Advocacy Specialist to enhance family-school partnerships and support student success. This role involves liaising between schools and the Parent Resource Center, building parent capacity, and providing essential resources for academic achievement. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, along with significant experience in community engagement and volunteer management. Proficiency in Microsoft and Google Office Suites is required, and bilingual candidates in Spanish are preferred. Join this mission-driven team and make a meaningful impact in the community!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with parent and community groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between hub schools and the Parent Resource Center.
• Develop family-school partnerships to support student achievement.

Skills

Community Engagement

Volunteer Management

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Office Suite

Job description

CLOSED: Parent Advocacy Specialist (Pending Board Approval) Address 3027 S New Haven Ave, Tulsa, OK 74114, USA

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

Position Summary: Serves as the liaison between hub schools and the Parent Resource Center, building parent capacity and effectively working with parents as equal partners in ensuring the academic achievement of their students. Provide opportunities to develop effective family-school partnerships to support student achievement and provide wrap-around resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, human services, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered

Experience:
• Five (5) years’ experience with parent and community groups, including volunteer management, community/business partnerships, and special events

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, Etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred