Student Support Services (1)

Geary County Unified School District 475; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 26,188 - 27,565; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Kansas seeks a Title 1 Family Support Specialist to assist families facing economic challenges in supporting their children's education. This role involves identifying resources, facilitating communication with school staff, and implementing workshops. The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse families and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. The specialist will work in school settings, primarily during regular hours, with some evening and weekend availability required. A valid driver's license and background clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting families of economically disadvantaged students.
• Skills in operating standard office equipment and software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support families of students in identifying educational resources.
• Facilitate communication between families and school staff.
• Develop and implement workshops for family resources.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Education

Targeted, job-related education

Job description

Title 1 Family Support Specialist

Job ID: 4343

Position Type: Student Support Services/Title 1 Family Support Specialist

Location: Westwood Elementary School

Date Posted: 12/11/2025

Closing Date: When Filled

Purpose Statement

The job of the Title One Family Support Specialist is to support families of students who are economically disadvantaged and/or academically at risk. The Family Support Specialist will assist families in identifying resources and services that may help their children succeed academically and socially, while building relationships with families to help them become more involved in their child's education. The specialist will collaborate with principals of Title 1 Schools to support their family involvement programs.

Essential Functions

• Works directly with all of the district’s Title One Schools
• Identifies families who could benefit from Title 1 services and reaches out to them to explain the program and its benefits.
• Determines family's needs, challenges, and strengths in order to identify appropriate support services.
• Provides information and guidance to families on community resources and services that can help address their needs, such as food assistance programs, housing assistance, and healthcare resources.
• Assists families in understanding the education system and how to navigate it effectively to support their children's academic success.
• Helps families develop strategies for supporting their child's learning and development at home, including techniques for improving literacy, math, and other academic skills.
• Facilitates communication between families and school staff, such as teachers, counselors, and administrators, to ensure families are informed about their child's progress and needs.
• Maintains accurate records of family interactions and progress, and compiles reports to share with school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders.
• Communicates via e‑mail, calls, etc., to the targeted student and family population.
• Works with staff to assist students/families in situations where referrals to service agencies are necessary.
• Develops and implements educational workshops related to family resources and academic/behavioral needs of students.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Working Conditions

The Family Support Specialist will work in a school setting and will primarily interact with families during regular school hours. However, some evening and weekend work may be required to accommodate families' schedules. The position may involve occasional travel to attend meetings or training sessions.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS: operating standard office equipment; using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; classifying data and/or information; customer service; planning and managing projects; promoting activities and/or events; optimal communication skills; screening telephone calls; analyzing data; collecting money; conducting meetings; and implementing effective spoken and written communication skills.

KNOWLEDGE: basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; reading a variety of manuals; writing documents following prescribed formats; presenting information; solving practical problems; office application software and machines; vocational standards; district attendance; bookkeeping practices; business telephone etiquette; grammar, spelling and punctuation; office equipment and technology; recordkeeping and retention practices.

ABILITY: scheduling activities and/or meetings; gathering, collating, and/or classifying data; operating job‑related equipment; working with others in varying circumstances; working with data using defined processes; operating equipment using standardized methods; working with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; problem solving; interpreting guidelines; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines; working independently; troubleshooting; communicating with persons of diverse backgrounds; critical thinking; multitasking; displaying tact and courtesy; organizing tasks; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working extended hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

Physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 25% sitting, 37% walking, and 38% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience

Job related experience is required.

Education

Targeted, job‑related education with study in a job‑related area.

Equivalency

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Required Testing

Certificates and Licenses

Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability.

Continuing Education / Training

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Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance.

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt Level 7 / $19.01–$20.01

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: [phone]. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: [phone].