Parent Engagement & Community Liaison

Nycenet; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education of the City of New York seeks a Parent Coordinator at The High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus Campus. You will engage with parents, lead outreach, and coordinate with staff to create a welcoming environment and timely resolution of concerns.

Responsibilities include organizing meetings, supporting parent associations, and linking families with community services to strengthen the school program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with relevant community work experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual ability preferred for non-English speaking communities.

Responsibilities

• Engage with parents and community to increase involvement in the school.
• Facilitate parent and school community concerns and help address issues.
• Conduct outreach and convene meetings/events with parents and community groups.
• Serve as liaison to parent associations and support staff.
• Maintain regular contact with organizations providing services to the school.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Bilingual (English/Spanish or other)

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Department of Education of the City of New York seeks a Parent Coordinator at The High School for Youth and Community Development at Erasmus Campus. You will engage with parents, lead outreach, and coordinate with staff to create a welcoming environment and timely resolution of concerns.

Responsibilities include organizing meetings, supporting parent associations, and linking families with community services to strengthen the school program.