Parent Engagement Coordinator

One City Schools, Inc.; Monona (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

One City Schools, Inc. is seeking a Parent Engagement Coordinator in Wisconsin to bridge home and school connections and promote active parental involvement in their children’s education.

The role focuses on engaging families, coordinating resources and events, and strengthening communication among parents, teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Completion of a background check required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to actively involve parents in their children's education, encouraging participation in school activities, events, and workshops.
• Organize and facilitate regular meetings, workshops, and informational sessions for parents on educational topics, policies, and involvement opportunities.
• Train parents in PowerSchool so they may access information about their student's progress.
• Maintain open and effective lines of communication between parents, teachers, staff, and the school administration.
• Create and distribute newsletters, digital communications, and other materials to keep parents informed.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and support staff to identify resources benefiting students and families, including academic support and community resources.
• Assist families in accessing resources and programs available within the school and community.
• Advocate for parents' perspectives within the school community and support addressing educational or social challenges their children may face.
• Conduct home visits as a method to access the family and build relationships in response to school referrals.
• Organize and coordinate school-wide events such as parent-teacher conferences, back-to-school nights, and family literacy events.
• Maintain accurate records of parent engagement and communication efforts and use data to evaluate initiatives.

Skills

Experience working in a school setting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Parent Engagement Coordinator

POSITION POSTED: 5/14/2024

FULL-TIME POSITION

HOURS: 40+

DEADLINE TO APPLY

One City Schools believes in identifying and hiring the best possible candidates to serve our scholars, families and school community. The position will remain open until we identify the best fit candidate for the position.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Parent Engagement Coordinator will play a crucial role in fostering strong connections between parents, guardians, teachers, and the school administration. As the liaison between home and school, the Parent Coordinator will work to enhance parental involvement, communication, and engagement in support of our students' success.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Parent Engagement

• Develop and implement strategies to actively involve parents in their children's education, encouraging their participation in school activities, events, and workshops.
• Organize and facilitate regular meetings, workshops, and informational sessions for parents to address educational topics, school policies, and opportunities for involvement.
• Train parents in PowerSchool so that they may access information about their student's progress

Communication

• Maintain open and effective lines of communication between parents, teachers, staff, and the school administration.
• Create and distribute newsletters, digital communications, and other materials to keep parents informed about school events, programs, and important updates.

Resource Coordination

• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and support staff to identify resources that will benefit students and families, including academic support, counseling services, and community resources.
• Assist families in accessing resources, services, and programs available both within the school and the broader community.

Parent Advocacy

• Advocate for parents' perspectives and concerns within the school community, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decision‑making processes.
• Provide support and guidance to parents seeking to address educational or social challenges their children may face.
• As part of the Attendance Team, discuss with parents any issues related to a child's developmental progress and any other more challenging issues such as chronic absenteeism, non‑attendance and work with them to establish a plan of action.

Family Support

• Offer guidance and support to parents in navigating the educational system, assisting with issues related to attendance, enrollment, and other administrative matters.
• Works closely with universities, churches and community agencies to provide support to parents.
• Assists in developing and maintaining parent centers at One City for the dissemination of information, resources and training.
• Conduct home visits as a method to access the family, build relationships and conduct interviews in response to school/teacher referrals.
• Collaborate with school staff to address students' individual needs and challenges, ensuring a holistic approach to education.

Event Planning

• Organize and coordinate school‑wide events, such as parent‑teacher conferences, back‑to‑school nights, family literacy events, and celebrations.
• Collaborate with school staff and parent volunteers to ensure the success of these events.

Data Management

• Maintain accurate records of parent engagement and communication efforts, tracking participation rates, feedback, and outcomes.
• Use data to evaluate the effectiveness of parent engagement initiatives and make recommendations for improvement

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

• Model One City’s Habits of Character: integrity, self‑respect, compassion, perseverance and a willingness to encourage and allow scholars to take risks;
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including punctual, consistent attendance and appropriate use of planning time;
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues while demonstrating commitment to teamwork;
• Strive to communicate the positive aspects of One City Schools to the public in word and deed;
• Help maintain a clean, orderly and welcoming educational environment and facility;
• At all times demonstrate grace and support when engaging children, parents, guests and staff at OCS;
• Demonstrate excellence with judgment, decision making, problem‑solving skills and an innovative mindset;
• Energetic, flexible and open‑minded; a willingness to embrace strategic change based on best interests of our scholars;
• Self‑reflective and proactive with a growth mindset, including the desire to receive and give feedback.

ROLE SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a school setting
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
• Strong commitment to the mission, vision, goals and objectives of One City.
• Commitment to working with children from diverse racial/cultural populations and their families.
• Ability to regularly and routinely lift and push at least 50 pounds.
• Completion of a background check required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.

WHAT WE OFFER TEACHERS: COMPENSATION AND EVALUATION

One City offers salaries and wages that are competitive within our local market and area public schools, as well as comprehensive benefits to all full‑time employees.

• Salaries: Dependent on education, experience and demonstrated impact on student achievement
• Generous time‑off program, including 18 Days of PTO and holidays, spring break and winter break
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Your age‑eligible child automatically admitted to an open seat at One City Schools
• Life Insurance and Long‑term Disability
• Employee Assistance Plan

BACKGROUND ON ONE CITY SCHOOLS

Established in 2014, One City Schools, Inc. is a nonprofit school management organization based in Madison, Wisconsin that operates high quality preschools and public charter 4K - 12 schools in Wisconsin. One City's mission is to seed a new model of public education that ensures children and teens are on track to succeed in a college or career preparatory program from birth through high school graduation. We are dedicated to ensuring that our Scholars live and lead with good character, practice self‑care and personal wellness, and possess the requisite knowledge, skills, motivation, adaptability, and preparation to make the world better through acts of community service, and whatever careers or occupations they will choose in the future.

One City Preschool (OCP) is an accredited, award‑winning, tuition‑based early childhood learning center operated by One City Schools, Inc. that serves children ages 3 months through 4 years. We facilitate and support your child’s early learning, development, and wellness within a play‑based learning environment, which leads to their success and a joy for learning in grade school and beyond. OCP is accredited by the City of Madison (WI) Child Care Division and recognized as a 5‑Star (out of 5) childcare program by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. Note: OCP also operates a preschool serving infants and one‑year‑olds, but these age levels are currently only available to the staff of One City Schools.

One City Elementary School (OCES) is a tuition‑free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing children in grades 4K to 5 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2018 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCES empowers its young scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on reading, writing and STEM, along with personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high‑quality work, equips children for success in middle school and beyond.

One City Preparatory Academy (OCPA) is a tuition‑free public charter school in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to preparing young people in grades 6 through 12 to have a positive and sustainable impact on the world. Established in 2022 by One City Schools, OCPA fosters a deep love of learning, community, and strong character within its students. By cultivating broad cultural and global perspectives, OCPA empowers its scholars to think deeply and critically, solve complex problems, and approach challenges with confidence, commitment, joy, and creativity. The school's emphasis on personal wellness, teamwork, effective communication, and high‑quality work equips its students for success in high school, college and beyond.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

One City is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all team members and applicants, and to maintaining a work environment in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity.