I Am A Jaguar: Parent Engagement Case Manager
Position posted on 02/06/2025 by Latino Civic Alliance.
To Apply: submit the form at the bottom of this page under the full job description.
Job Title: Parent Engagement Case Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Start Date: TBD
Employment Status: Full Time/Salaried Position
Salary Range: $56,160-$63,000/year
Benefits: Medical,Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 403B and paid holidays
Primary Location: Moses Lake, WA
Job Summary
The LCA Parent Engagement Coordinator/Case Manager is a full-time position for Latino/a Immigrant families. The LCA Parent Engagement Coordinator supports ongoing communication to family members to remove barriers and to promote school engagement. This position requires an attitude of wanting to retain families in the schools, and to impact parent programs and workshop that encourage parent involvement. This position supports outreach outside of the district to prospective families to help grow enrollment and support students’ success.
The Parent Engagement Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing programs and activities designed to increase parent involvement in the educational process. This role aims to foster positive relationships between parents, schools, and the community to enhance student success.
The logistics of this position involve activities related to District and school-sponsored events and supports home visits and site visits to District families. The LCA Parent Engagement Coordinator manages and leads the Parent Advisory Council. The Parent Engagement Coordinator requires someone well-versed in Social Justice, Equity, and Inclusion.
Primary Job Duties
Create professional development for families.
Design and execute parent engagement programs and activities that support the educational development and success of students.
Coordinate workshops, meetings, and events that provide parents with resources and information on how to support their children's education.
Assist parents in navigating the school system, understanding policies, and accessing services and resources.
Advocate for parent involvement in school decision-making processes and encourage active participation in school committees and councils.
Provide training and professional development opportunities for parents to enhance their skills in family engagement and communication.
Organize and lead parent education sessions on topics such as child development, academic support, and effective parenting strategies
Track and evaluate the effectiveness of parent engagement programs and activities, using feedback to make improvements.
Maintain records of parent participation and engagement efforts, preparing reports as needed.
Serve as the primary contact for parents, addressing inquiries, concerns, and providing guidance on educational matters.
Collaborate with community organizations and partners to provide additional resources and support for parents and families.
Foster strong relationships between parents, teachers, and school administrators to create a supportive and inclusive school community
Promote and communicate Language Access Services within the district. Provide training on language access services (i.e., school software, admin, and teachers)
Strategize to develop and execute plans to help educate and support parents to successfully engage with school district and parents to ensure students success
Facilitate Parent Leadership Meetings at LCA offices or schools.
Attend School Meeting or outreach events.
Build relationships on behalf of the district with community groups, faith-based partners, non-profit family and community agencies, and other potential partners; share school information through community presentations and by inviting community groups to school events or attending events of outside agencies.
Complete required reporting CRM daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
Attend scheduled meetings with supervisors
Represent LCA at school district, city, county, and state meetings in professional manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Create professional development for families.
Design and execute parent engagement programs and activities that support the educational development and success of students.
Coordinate workshops, meetings, and events that provide parents with resources and information on how to support their children's education.
Assist parents in navigating the school system, understanding policies, and accessing services and resources.
Advocate for parent involvement in school decision-making processes and encourage active participation in school committees and councils.
Provide training and professional development opportunities for parents to enhance their skills in family engagement and communication.
Organize and lead parent education sessions on topics such as child development, academic support, and effective parenting strategies
Track and evaluate the effectiveness of parent engagement programs and activities, using feedback to make improvements.
Maintain records of parent participation and engagement efforts, preparing reports as needed.
Serve as the primary contact for parents, addressing inquiries, concerns, and providing guidance on educational matters.
Collaborate with community organizations and partners to provide additional resources and support for parents and families.
Foster strong relationships between parents, teachers, and school administrators to create a supportive and inclusive school community
Promote and communicate Language Access Services within the district. Provide training on language access services (i.e., school software, admin, and teachers)
Strategize to develop and execute plans to help educate and support parents to successfully engage with school district and parents to ensure students success
Facilitate Parent Leadership Meetings at LCA offices or schools.
Attend School Meeting or outreach events.
Build relationships on behalf of the district with community groups, faith-based partners, non-profit family and community agencies, and other potential partners; share school information through community presentations and by inviting community groups to school events or attending events of outside agencies.
Complete required reporting CRM daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
Attend scheduled meetings with supervisors
Represent LCA at school district, city, county, and state meetings in professional manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Experience in education, community outreach, or a related area, with a focus on parent engagement or family services.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse families and communities.
Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Behavioral health and case management background a plus
Moderate or advances technical proficiency; experience with interactive platforms like Zoom, Google platforms such as Google Classroom, Gmail, Case Management software is a plus
Must pass a criminal background check
Passion for and excellent with parents and students
Positive and encouraging attitude
Believe in the power of mentorship
Bilingual skills (Spanish and English)
Must be available Monday through Friday (some evenings or weekends)
Knowledge of Curriculum Development and Alignment
Writing Lesson Plans catered to meet the diverse needs of students and parents we serve
Teaching in a classroom setting
Familiarity with Educational Software (i.e., Canva, google classroom, Kahoot!) and Computers
Education and Experience
• BA/BS in social services or behavioral health preferred
• At least 2 years’ experience working in a school or district setting with English Learners or within an agency that supports the immigrant/ English as a Second Language experience or social services
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly orally and in-writing with parents and families about school-related matters directly or from accessing language services.
• Fluent in Spanish
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