Director, Family Engagement

Job Description

General Definition of Work

The director of family engagement, under minimal supervision, performs senior level work with considerable decision-making discretion providing leadership, oversight, and compliance management for all district-wide and school-level initiatives related to parent and family engagement. Position ensures that all family engagement programs, funding allocations, policies, and reporting practices meet federal requirements, strengthen school-home partnerships, and improve academic outcomes. Employee performs district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Executive Director of Engagement, Access & Supplier Development.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

PG 10/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Executive Director of Engagement, Access & Supplier Development

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
  
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff/projects
  
• Build systemwide capacity for meaningful family engagement
  
• Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of family engagement programs across all schools
  
• Support schools with family engagement strategies that maximize funding allotted
  
• Support schools with the implementation of required parent and family engagement policies ensuring strategies align to district-level family engagement plans and initiatives
  
• Monitor and participate in the development and administration of assigned budgets
  
• Develop and deliver reporting dashboards to analyze the family engagement rates, funding utilized, and parent feedback by school and/or district initiative
  
• Use data to drive continuous improvement and recommend adjustments to enhance family-school partnerships
  
• Develop and deliver professional development, resources, and guidance to school-level staff working in the area of family engagement
  
• Compile and share resources to promote family engagement, including resources that help families understand State academic standards and how to assist students at home
  
• Collaborate with principals to secure parent representation on each School Leadership Team; work collaboratively to incorporate effective family engagement strategies in the school's annual school improvement plan (SIP)
  
• Assist with the implementation and facilitation of a district Parent Advisory Council
  
• Regularly attend parent events at Title I schools to ensure alignment and compliance with funding requirements
  
• Maintain and organize required records of parent engagement activities, reports, surveys evaluations, funding, annual program evaluations, and communications to parents
  
• Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required
  
• Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
  
• Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training
  
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
  
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school systems
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of staff development practices, procedures, and techniques
  
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
  
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
  
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
  
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
  
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget
  
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
  
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
  
• Ability to communicate effectively
  
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
  
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
  
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
  
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
  
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
  
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
  
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
  
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related area required; master's degree preferred
  
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience preferred
  
• Bilingual preferred
  
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
  
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings