Parent & Community Engagement Lead

The Leona Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Job summary

The Leona Group is seeking a dedicated Parent Coordinator in Detroit to lead family engagement initiatives that strengthen home-school partnerships and support student achievement. You will assess community needs, coordinate programs, and provide guidance to school leadership on strategies to improve attendance and retention.

You will collaborate with teachers, staff, and community partners to implement evidence-based approaches, conduct home visits when appropriate, and promote meaningful

Qualifications

• Requires thorough knowledge of family engagement principles and effective communication skills.
• Ability to assess needs, coordinate services, and build partnerships with families and community partners.
• Experience coordinating parent/family programs and using data to improve engagement outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates comprehensive family engagement strategies aligned with school goals.
• Collaborates with staff and community partners to strengthen family engagement and student achievement.
• Leads parent/family engagement activities, workshops, and events.
• Maintains confidential records and communicates outcomes to leadership.
• Represents the school at community meetings and family engagement events.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

The Leona Group is seeking a dedicated Parent Coordinator in Detroit to lead family engagement initiatives that strengthen home-school partnerships and support student achievement. You will assess community needs, coordinate programs, and provide guidance to school leadership on strategies to improve attendance and retention.

You will collaborate with teachers, staff, and community partners to implement evidence-based approaches, conduct home visits when appropriate, and promote meaningful