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Parent and Family Engagement Specialist

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Specialist, Parent Invlvmnt CODE: 0815 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Parent and Family Engagement Specialist GRADE: AD MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, oversees the Head Start and Prekindergarten parent and family engagement component including training and leadership of the Parent Policy Council and self-evaluation of the program. Assures that parents/guardians are meaningfully engaged in each component of administration, education, social services, health, disabilities and volunteer activities. Develops the parent engagement plan and monitors staff and parent activities to ascertain fulfillment of the parent engagement Performance Standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of the federal and local guidelines governing the Head Start and Prekindergarten program, MCPS structure and the needs of Head Start and Prekindergarten parents/guardians. Thorough knowledge of the diverse populations served. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate a parent, program that engages parents, school staff and community members in collectively working together to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Head Start and Prekindergarten program. Ability to work with economically and educationally disadvantaged populations. Excellent organizational and human relation skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to utilize a Management Information System to gather and analyze data to assess family outcomes and objectives. Use technology to facilitate and support parent/family outreach to meet the diverse needs of the community.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university required. Coursework in education, communication and counseling. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required. Experience in school and/or community activities and programs, preferably in a leadership role. Experience in working with adults in the target areas. Other combinations of applicable education, training and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Attend monthly evening Head Start/Pre-K Policy Council meetings and other program and community meetings.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate efforts with the Family and Community Engagement team to: communicate effectively with all families and community partners; provide diverse opportunities for family and community engagement; recruit potential clients; expand family participation throughout the program and document family services provided in a Management Information System (MIS).
Coordinate Policy Council and Parent Committee meetings, train and supervise volunteers.

Ensure all agendas, attendance records, minutes, meeting handouts, action items, and budget expenditures and in- kind records are maintained.

Prepare and disseminate bilingual quarterly newsletter to families and community partners with input from families, staff and community partners.

Assist with outreach efforts to recruit new families, community partners and volunteers.

Work with team of specialists, front line staff and community partners to provide regular parenting education, coaching and networking opportunities for families in the center and home based program options that effectively meet family needs and address program priorities.
Manage logistics of family activities and communication: scheduling, developing outreach materials, communicating with staff, room set up, transportation arrangements, purchasing materials, recruiting volunteers, etc.

Attends regular staff meetings, Head Start and Prekindergarten Leadership Team and other meetings as requested.

Reviews and understand Head Start Performance Standards.

Assists program staff in meeting or exceeding the Head Start Performance Standards. Assists in the annual Self-Assessment.

Submits annual career development plan to supervisor.

Attends workshops, conferences, and continuing education trainings to gain career-related knowledge and skills.

Maintains First Aid and Infant/Child CPR certification.

Represents and promotes the program at conferences, workshops, community meetings, and special events.

Updates family and community engagement, volunteer hours and community donations in MIS.

Completes regular reports that identify progress in meeting program goals and service delivery.

Performs other duties as assigned.
Class Established: 8/1983
Date(s) Revised: 12/94 8/97; 6/2020
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.