Position Type:
Leading - District Executive Leadership/Executive Director
Date Posted:
7/9/2026
Location:
Teaching & Learning Center
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Executive Director Student & Family Experience
Department Areas
Parent Partnerships, Family Resource Center, Adult Education, Fort Worth After School Program, and Health Services
Reports to: Senior Executive Director of Student Services
Pay Grade: 310
Days: 239 Days
Salary: $121,890 - $146,333
FSLA Status: Exempt
This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.
Position Purpose
The Executive Director of Student and Family Experience provides strategic leadership for districtwide initiatives that strengthen student success through family engagement, community partnerships, health services, adult education, after-school programming, and family support services. Leads the development and implementation of comprehensive systems that improve access to resources, remove barriers to learning, and support the academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being of all students. Directs Family Resource Centers, Family Action Centers, Adult Education, After School Programs, Health Services, and related departments to ensure high-quality, equitable services aligned with District priorities. Establishes and sustains partnerships with community organizations, higher education institutions, healthcare providers, businesses, and nonprofit agencies to expand opportunities and wraparound supports for students and families. Collaborates with district and campus leaders to ensure services are coordinated, data-driven, and responsive to campus Comprehensive Needs Assessments. Leads professional learning, continuous improvement, and resource alignment to strengthen organizational capacity and ensure consistent implementation of district initiatives. Monitors program effectiveness, compliance, and performance outcomes while fostering innovation and accountability across all areas of responsibility. Advances the District's vision by building collaborative relationships that empower families, strengthen communities, and improve student outcomes.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Campus-Based Support
Provides strategic leadership and support to campuses in implementing comprehensive family engagement, student support, and community partnership initiatives that improve student outcomes.
Collaborates with district and campus leaders to analyze data, identify campus strengths and needs, and develop targeted action plans that strengthen family engagement and remove barriers to student success.
Builds leadership capacity through professional learning, coaching, and technical assistance that equips campus teams to implement evidence-based family engagement and student support practices.
Establishes measurable performance goals, monitors implementation, and uses data to drive continuous improvement, ensuring equitable family voice, participation, and access to services across the district.
Oversees the implementation and continuous improvement of the Fort Worth After School Program, ensuring high-quality programming aligned with district priorities and student needs.
Provides executive oversight of Adult Education programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements while expanding opportunities for adult learners through strategic partnerships and workforce development initiatives.
Leads the development of community partnerships that enhance educational opportunities, student enrichment, and family services through collaboration with local organizations, higher education institutions, businesses, and community agencies.
Monitors emerging educational trends, research, and best practices to drive innovation, ensure program effectiveness, and advance the District's strategic priorities for student and family success.
Parent Engagement
Leads districtwide family engagement strategies that strengthen partnerships among schools, families, community organizations, and stakeholders to improve student success.
Supports campuses in developing sustainable family engagement systems that foster meaningful collaboration, shared responsibility, and increased family participation in student learning.
Builds and sustains strong relationships with internal and external partners to expand resources, coordinate services, and advance District priorities.
Collaborates with district departments to align family engagement initiatives, community partnerships, and campus supports that remove barriers to student achievement.
Provides leadership, coaching, and professional learning that strengthens campus capacity to implement evidence-based family engagement practices.
Develops, implements, and continuously improves districtwide family and community engagement programs, events, and outreach efforts that promote equitable access, meaningful participation, and positive outcomes for students and families
Parent, Volunteer & Community Organizations
Provides strategic leadership to strengthen parent, volunteer, and community engagement as essential components of student success and school improvement.
Cultivates and sustains collaborative partnerships with families, community organizations, businesses, higher education institutions, and civic leaders to expand opportunities and support for students and schools.
Collaborates with campuses to strengthen parent and volunteer organizations, increase community participation, and build sustainable engagement structures that reflect the unique needs of each school community.
Facilitates meaningful collaboration with community partners to align resources, services, and initiatives that support District priorities and improve educational outcomes.
Promotes shared ownership and continuous engagement through ongoing outreach, relationship-building, and strategic partnerships that empower families and strengthen connections between schools and the communities they serve.
Organizational Vision
Provides strategic leadership to advance the District's vision for student and family engagement by developing and sustaining programs, partnerships, and support systems that remove barriers to learning and improve academic achievement, attendance, student well-being, and college, career, and life readiness.
Collaborates with campus and district leaders to implement data-informed strategies that strengthen family engagement, community partnerships, health and wellness services, and out-of-school learning opportunities that positively impact student academic outcomes.
Monitors organizational performance through the analysis of student achievement, attendance, engagement, and program effectiveness data to drive continuous improvement, ensure accountability, and maximize the impact of Student and Family Experience initiatives on student success.
Culture & Equitable Access
Champions the District's commitment to equity by ensuring all students and families particularly those from historically underserved populationshave equitable access to programs, services, resources, and opportunities that support academic success and well-being.
Promotes equitable leadership practices that remove barriers to learning, strengthen family partnerships, and improve student achievement through inclusive decision-making and resource alignment.
Ensures campuses are equipped to connect students and families with the full continuum of district and community services needed to support academic achievement, attendance, wellness, and long-term student success.
Safety
Ensures compliance with District safety protocols, emergency management procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Collaborates with district and campus leaders to promote safe, secure, and supportive learning environments.
Supports a culture of safety, preparedness, and accountability that protects the well-being of students, staff, and families.
Supervisory Responsibilities
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Provides executive leadership for the recruitment, development, performance management, and evaluation of staff, fostering a high-performing culture while making recommendations regarding staffing, retention, succession planning, and personnel actions.
Personal Work Relationships
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All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
Other Duties as Assigned
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Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of federal and state guidelines, as well as District policies and procedures.
Knowledge of budgets and budgeting processes for both local and federal funds and experience in developing and managing central or campus budgets.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education, as well as District policies and procedures.
Knowledge of current theory, research, and practices in parent engagement.
Knowledge of community-based programs with a clear understanding of urban issues
and communities.
Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the development and delivery of professional development for adult learners.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Skill in organizational, public, and interpersonal relations.
Skill in program management, evaluation, program planning, program development, implementation and evaluation.
Skill in staff development training, technical assistance, consultation and evaluation of staff.
Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Skill in judgment and creativity in decision-making; considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Skill in written and oral communication, including ability to interact with and influence all levels of District Service Center, campus staff, and parents.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to exercise absolute discretion regarding matters of a sensitive or confidential nature.
Ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Ability to design, organize, and track work plans, create appropriate working and decision-making processes, ensure stakeholders are engaged, and supporting the work itself.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with staff and the community in a multi-ethnic educational environment.
Ability to utilize software to create, access, analyze, and interpret spreadsheets, data dashboards, presentations, email, and documents.
Ability to prepare oral or written communications, such as presentations, reports, memoranda, letters, grant proposals, and curriculum documents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Travel Requirements
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Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer, peripherals, and interactive visual display panels.-
Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
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Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
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Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
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Environment: Works in an office setting and works outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; works irregular and/or prolonged hours.
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Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position; works irregular and/or prolonged hours.
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Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions; works irregular and/or prolonged hours.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:-
Master's degree from an accredited college or university required.
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Certification/License:
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Eligible for a Valid Texas Teaching Certification preferred;
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Valid Texas Mid-Management or Principal Certification preferred.
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Experience:
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Required: 6 years' related experience including;
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3 years' related supervisory experience.
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Language: Bilingual working proficiency (English/Spanish) preferred.
This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds.
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
