Parent Outreach Ambassador (Previous applicants need not apply)

JOB
SUMMARYThe Parent Outreach Ambassador serves as a liaison to parents, teachers and administrators to promote and encourage parental and family engagement to encourage student success.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Complies with the state approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces department/unit procedures, administrative directives and state statutes concerning the confidentiality of all staff information.All functions are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety and computer security regulations.Works collaboratively with school administrators and staff to develop and implement a comprehensive program to improve and increase parental involvement in education at the assigned school sites that meet the requirements of section 1116 of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the assigned schools and the Gadsden Independent School District.Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information regarding the district, families, students and professional colleagues.Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations including evidence of Parent Involvement/Engagement activities at assigned campuses.Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with school and district employees, parents, community members, and other professionals.Is knowledgeable in Parent and Family Engagement policies that meet the requirements of section 1116 of the ESSA.Supports school administration with the organization and implementation of district and campus level parent meetings and family events.Recruits and supports parent volunteers at campuses, in agreement with the campus Parent and Family Engagement/ Involvement Plan.Supports district and school sponsored activities at the centers and/or at campuses.Work schedule must be flexible to cover Community Centers hours of 8 am to 6pm and include Saturday events.Transports parents, when needed to school events following district protocols for transport.Submits monthly activity log and bi-monthly mileage logs to Federal Programs Coordinator.Meets monthly with the Federal Programs Coordinator to formulate, review and update the Action Plan.Consistently visits schools to provide support/assistance with parental involvement.Exhibits professionalism in appearance and demeanor.Cares for the district provided electronic devices/equipment.Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY SKILLSAbility to use multiple virtual and/or online platforms/applicationsProficient in Google Suite (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Meet, Google Calendar, Google Chat, Google Sites)Proficient in Microsoft Office SuitesProficient in Adobe Ability to use multiple student data platformSLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.REASONING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Maintains emotional control under stress.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Maintains emotional control under stress.