Community Associate

Key Relationships:

Maintains positive professional relationships with the entire school community, including students, parents, community partners, and faculty. The Community Associate is a liaison between the principal, the school community, and the larger community outside of school.

Responsibilities

 Maintains computer-based record-keeping systems with community partner information and contacts.

 Coordinates contact with parents and the school community to elicit their support and participation in school and community activities, parent meetings, workshops, musical productions, and volunteer activities.

 Increases and develops relationships with community-based organizations. Facilitate regular community-based conferences and events.

 Develops a wide range of community contacts that will volunteer, partner, or provide resources to the school.

 Maintains ongoing contact with community organizations that provide services to support the school’s educational programs.

 Makes connections with community-based organizations to increase community support and communicate any changes in the student population's needs.

 Assists students and staff in building relationships with external partners, including those connected to the school.

 Assists in coordinating, improving, and maintaining community services and relationships with the school.

 Coordinates various outreach programs between the school and the neighboring community.

 Assists with written and telephone communication with parents, partners, and the community.

 Support assistant principals in implementing Restorative Justice strategies with the school community.

Qualifications Requirements:

Minimum

1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to duties described above or

2. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above.

DHR – Class&Comp (revised June 3, 2024)

Preferred

 Team player who can work closely with all school and outside community members.

 Public speaking ability and good people skills. Ability to interact with people at all social and economic levels.

 Prior work experience in a school setting and interaction with students, parents, and school staff.

 Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

 Ability to work with students, parents, teachers, and supervisors.

 Knowledge of school program objectives.

 Strong comprehension and literacy skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues when necessary.