Title I Family & School Engagement Advocate

Huntingtowne Farms Elementary; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC seeks a Family/School Advocate (Title I) to liaison between the school, families and community, promoting parent engagement and developing a schools-based family engagement policy.

The role supports parent leadership, connects families with resources, and helps students succeed within the school’s framework under the principal’s direction.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; emphasis on Education, Sociology or Psychology.
• Minimum two years of related experience or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all laws, policies and procedures.
• Promote parent/school partnerships and engagement.
• Assist in building partnerships with families.
• Engage parents in the School Improvement Plan development.
• Provide resources to families to support their children at home and at school.
• Help families understand curriculum standards and assessments.
• Coordinate family engagement programs and activities.
• Communicate engagement opportunities to parents using multiple channels.
• Organize opportunities for volunteering and classroom observations.
• Conduct home visits to support attendance and school relations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC seeks a Family/School Advocate (Title I) to liaison between the school, families and community, promoting parent engagement and developing a schools-based family engagement policy.

The role supports parent leadership, connects families with resources, and helps students succeed within the school’s framework under the principal’s direction.