- Inclusiveness
- Shared Responsibility
- Collaborative Relationships
- High Expectations
- Inspiring Life-Long Learning
- Bachelor's Degree
- Demonstrated fluency in both English and Spanish languages (oral and written)
- Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities.
- Proficiency in computer skills including student information systems, content management systems, marketing and social media tools, Microsoft Word and Excel, and ability to learn new programs/software quickly
- Ability to multitask and problem solve
- An understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
- A positive, high-energy attitude and a drive for personal excellence
- Creates and sustains a welcoming environment for students and families enrolling in the Lynn Public Schools
- Attends to the needs of families by way of personal interaction, phone calls, and email.
- Provides information about community resources to new students and their families
- In office interpretation and translation as needed
- Remains knowledgeable of school, district policies and procedures for students' placement
- Maintains current knowledge on issues including language development, educational programs, health and health insurance, benefits immigration, food insecurity, homelessness and best practices to register immigrants and refugees' newcomers
- Provides families with information concerning district registration policies and procedures as well as resources available to them throughout the school system and community. (Frequently Asked Question document and Facebook)
- Works closely with local school district personnel and departments to help family members navigate through educational, special education, language, and school-related concerns and needs.
- Assists families in identifying and accessing supportive services designed to improve a student's academic performance.
- Greets families and follows "Welcome Center Check-In" process
- Promptly reply to voicemails on our main extension
- Prepares and organizes welcoming desk and family waiting room throughout the day
- Confirms appointments the day before and reminds families of documentation required
- Coordinates with the Director regarding Appointment Plus (scheduling system) and any related issues.
- Must be available to work extended hours Tuesday evenings during enrollment period (March to September).
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of the Welcome Center
Parent Coordinator - Hardeeville, United States - Lynn Public Schools
Description
Parent Coordinator
About LPS
Lynn is a seaside urban district located on Boston's north shore. The city is known for its contemporary public art, historic architecture, downtown cultural district, and public parks and open spaces, which include the oceanfront Lynn Shore Reservation and Lynn Woods Reservation. Home to an international population, Lynn Public Schools services almost 17,000 students across 18 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 comprehensive high schools, 1 vocational school, and 1 alternative junior/senior high school. We are a linguistically-rich community with 60% of our students speaking two or more languages.
LPS Vision and Core Values
Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, Lynn Public Schools commits to fulfilling the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential of all of our students. We work together so our students learn to thrive, advance, and impact the greater community and the world.
The Lynn Public Schools is committed to our Core Values:
POSITION SUMMARY
As the first interacting role with families registering to the Lynn Public Schools, the Family Coordinator works collaboratively as a team member to welcome new students and their families and ensure a smooth transition for new students. Is responsible for providing a welcoming environment and the overall management of appointments or walk-in families, connecting them with the right department or service. Through working closely with families, the Family Coordinator will ensure equitable access to school programs and services.
QUALIFICATIONS :
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
REPORTS TO: Welcome Center Director
DAYS: Twelve month position
HOURS: Regular hours: 7:45-3:45 M-Th, 7:45-2:45 Friday
School Vacations and Summer hours: 7:45-2:45 M-Th; Fridays 7:45-12:45 pm
Extended Hours (February to September) Tuesdays 7:45am to 7:45 pm (Paid at hourly rate)
SALARY: $61,505
Effective July 1, 2024- $63,658
BENEFITS: The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision Insurance. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis. Please see the website: City of Lynn for more details.
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).
All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed/religion, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, ancestry, marital status, homelessness, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151C.