Parent Engagement Liaison (Clerk)

PARENT ENGAGEMENT LIAISON

Job Description

SUMMARY/GOAL OF POSITION:
To enhance academic performance by ensuring regular school attendance and enrolled students meet
residency requirements.
REPORTS TO: Truancy Hearing Officer/Student Services Lead

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited educational institution is preferred.
2. Teaching experience preferred, but not required.
3. Valid Alabama Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, parents,

and community/government agencies.

• Skills in the operation of standard, up-to-date office equipment.
• Ability to carry out job responsibilities and confidentially handle sensitive information.
• Skills in handling constituent’s problems, concerns, and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports. Ability to take initiative to begin

projects without supervision.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment to assigned duties.
• Ability to work independently to make decisions with minimum supervision.

ESSENTIAL TASKS OF THE POSITION: (Illustrative, not inclusive)

• Assist with assignments and work requirements for potential dropout students.
• Assist the principal and district attendance officer with students, parents, system staff, and

community personnel in resolving truancy, delinquency, child abuse, and home problems.

• Assist in the identification of potential dropout students from parent and student referrals.
• Verify student residency through home visits.
• Visit homes of students with truancy issues.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, school administration, district attendance, and federal

programs regarding student attendance and residency.

• Prepare and maintain records.
• Maintain PowerSchool attendance data.
• Communicate effectively with staff members, students, parents, administrators, and other contact

persons using tact and good judgment.

• Follow attendance, punctuality, and proper dress code rules.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Maintain expertise in the assigned areas to fulfill project goals and objectives.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to

assignments.

• Keep the supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns promptly.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal and district attendance officer.
• Promote and participate in school/ district activities and programs for families.
• Organize, implement, coordinate, and present family education workshops and training

sessions.

• Assist in the preparation and dissemination of parent education materials.
• Contact individuals and groups to disseminate information and respond to questions and

requests from school sites, parents, organizations, and community partners.

• Provide support resources and referrals to families as needed.
• Prepare a report on monthly activities and goals for central office, school staff, and

community partners.