Family Liaison - Hourly Temporary
fairfax county public schoolsFalls Church, VA
Family Liaison - Hourly Temporary
fairfax county public schoolsFalls Church, VA
today
Occupations
Child, Family, and School Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSocial and Human Service AssistantsIndustries
Elementary and Secondary SchoolsOther Individual and Family ServicesChild and Youth ServicesAbout the role
Summary:
Serves as a liaison among families, community, and school staff; facilitates communications and provides FCPS information and resources to families; encourages family engagement in children's education and connects families to what their children are learning; builds relationships with and among families, staff members, and community members; promotes understanding of families' cultural diversity; provides information about and connects families to human services; and ensures families feel welcome, trusted, and valued by the school.
Qualifications:
RequiredAny combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) certificate.
One (1) year of paid or volunteer experience working with families within a school, community program, or outreach program.
Knowledge of school and community programs, organizations, services, and resources.
Familiarity with the special needs of children and diverse issues of parenting.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to navigate technology tools to support family and student learning.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with families, school staff members, and community members from diverse socioeconomic groups.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work flexible and evening hours.
Fluency in a second language may be required for some positions based on school needs.
Preferred:
Two (2) years of experience in family engagement, community engagement, or outreach programs.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Mid
Location
Falls Church, VA
Occupation
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Industry
Elementary and Secondary Schools
Posted
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