Family Liaison

Job Title: Family Liaison Supervisor: Chief of Staff or designee Duration: 12 months Hours: Monday through Friday; LMS 8:00am-5:00pm Job Description: The Family Liaison at Codman Academy Charter Public School is a year-round, school-based position dedicated to fostering authentic partnerships between families, the school, and the broader community. The Family Liaison works collaboratively with the principal, school staff, and community partners to create a welcoming environment, build trust, and connect families to resources that enhance student success. This role requires a proactive, empathetic, and culturally proficient individual committed to family empowerment and equity. Key Responsibilities Family Engagement Promote Codman Academy’s vision for family and student engagement. Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for families to participate in school activities and decision-making processes. Actively communicate with families regarding attendance. Respond empathetically to family concerns, collaborating with school staff to provide effective resolutions. Develop and lead family workshops on topics such as school policies, student development, curriculum understanding, and advocacy. Enrollment and Communication Support the enrollment process, ensuring families are informed and supported. Facilitate consistent, timely, and accessible communication with families in their home languages. Collaborate with school staff to address family questions about rights, retention, discipline, and academic progression. Enrichment and Summer Programs Manage the facilitation of enrichment programs, including student registration and program tracking. Ensure all students are enrolled in summer programs, providing families with information and assistance. Track and report on student participation in programs to ensure alignment with school goals. Student and Family Support Refer families to internal supports and external resources, including social services and community agencies. Work closely with school social workers, nurses, and other staff to coordinate services for students and families. Support efforts to address chronic absenteeism, ensuring outreach and interventions for at-risk students. Support students and families with regular school attendance through monitoring students records, and facilitating the attendance team and tiered supports. Leadership and Compliance Recruit, train, and retain parent leaders for the Parent Council and Board Participation Ensure compliance with parent involvement requirements, maintaining documentation and reporting as needed. Collect and report data on family engagement outcomes and school improvement efforts. Professional Development Participate in regular professional development sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of family engagement best practices. Stay informed about community resources, cultural competency, and family engagement research. Qualifications Required: At least 3 years of experience working with diverse families in an urban setting. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other technology applications for data and reporting. Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends. Cultural proficiency and experience leading conversations around race, culture, and equity. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or a related field. Multilingual proficiency in languages spoken by Codman families (Haitian Creole or Spanish) Certification in translation and/or interpretation. Experience leading workshops or training for families. Skills and Characteristics Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to build trust and maintain strong relationships with families and community partners. Knowledge of community organizations and social service agencies. Demonstrated ability to navigate sensitive situations with diplomacy and sound judgment. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor.