SUMMARY
The job of Family/Community Liaison was established for the purpose/s of enlisting family involvement in students' educational programs; working with family and community in identifying and achieving goals; accessing support services; creating district-sponsored tutoring, education, and training programs and opportunities; and facilitating positive family, school and student relationships.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in recruiting parents and community as volunteers within the school (e.g., classroom volunteers, workshop volunteers) for the purpose of increasing family participation in school activities and in their child’s education.
Communicates with families and community on behalf of the school.
Collaborates with school staff for the purpose of developing programs and classes to support non-English speaking parents and students.
Coordinates assigned programs, workshops and processes for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established guidelines and procedures.
Coordinates parent participation, organizes meetings and educational classes for program participants and encouraging leadership (e.g., parenting skills, volunteer training) for the purpose of developing parenting skills, understanding of school processes and parent/student success.
Facilitates outreach to low income families, community leaders and organizations for the purpose of developing resources and building partnerships with community members.
Maintains a variety of manual and electronic files and/or records (e.g., program participation, contact sheets, agency referrals) for the purpose of providing required information and/or documentation.
Organizes family meetings and educational classes for program participants. (e.g., parenting skills, volunteer training, child growth and development) for the purpose of providing family members parenting classes and/or family support needs.
Participates in workshops, meetings, community events, etc. for the purpose of receiving and/or presenting information.
Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g., newsletters, reports, logs, memos, handouts) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or communicating information.
Provides appropriate referrals and advocacy for families as needed and provides follow up to determine the outcome of services provided for the purpose of supporting families in working toward their goals.
Provides data for a variety of reports (e.g., program participation, activity) for the purpose of meeting program, district, state and federal requirements.
Provides materials required for assigned programs on a monthly basis for the purpose of addressing program needs.
Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g., parents, community agencies, auditors, students) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction.
Makes phone calls and home visits as assigned to identified students and families.
Acts as a school lunch coordinator in assisting eligible students in the free and reduced meal program.
Performs other related duties.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: planning and managing activities; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: procedures, methods, techniques and strategies related to the development of school and community liaison processes; and second language (usually Spanish).
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with culturally diverse populations, including those with limited English proficiency; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; and working flexible hours.
RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
EXPERIENCE
Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
1. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Equivalency High school graduation or equivalent; and any combination of experience which includes working as a bilingual aide or teacher, working directly with the community (i.e., community resource aide), or coordinating family education programs and training parents.
2. Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
3. Valid California Driver’s License
Pay: $24.00 - $40.58 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working directly with the community (i.e., community resource aide)
- Do you have experience in coordinating family education programs?
- Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, or do you currently have a felony or misdemeanor charge pending? Convictions include a plea of guilty, nolo contendere (no contest) and/or a finding of guilty by a judge or a jury, or a conviction that has been judicially dismissed or ordered sealed, including 'expungement' granted pursuant to Penal Code section 1203.4. (Note: Exclude convictions related to the use of marijuana that are over two years old)
- Have you ever been dismissed or asked to resign from any position?
- Under Senate Bill (SB) 848, effective January 1, 2026, all applicants must provide a comprehensive employment history of every education entity they have been employed at, regardless of the role or duration. This includes all school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and state special schools. You must list all previous service, including full-time, part-time, and substitute assignments. If you worked at multiple sites within the same district, you only need to provide that information once. Failure to disclose any previous education employment is considered a material omission and may result in the disqualification of your application or dismissal if discovered after hiring.
- When reporting employment at any educational facility, please provide the name of the school, the contact person with their phone number and email, along with their title.
- In order for your application to be complete, please answer all questions. If a questions is not applicable to you, please place a 'NA' next to the question.
- I certify that I have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering my application, and I understand that any omission or falsely answered statement made by me on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ or for my discharge should I become employed with the school district/County Office.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
- English and Spanish (bilingual) (Required)
License/Certification:
- California Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
