Primary Purpose:

Foster student success by assisting parents with the benefits of cooperative home/school relations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification              

High school diploma or GED equivalent (Recognized by the Texas Education Agency or regional accrediting agency)

Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record verified by Texas Department of Public Safety (meets and maintains liability coverage eligibility)

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.

Required Experience:

Work related experience

Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to speak clearly and articulately

Ability to write in a clear, concise, and grammatically correct manner

Ability to make oral presentations and conduct training before a large audience

Knowledge of community organizations and resources and how to effectively operate with this community framework

Ability to work with people of all levels

Multicultural awareness and sensitivity

Must be willing to work evenings or an occasional weekend when necessary

Major Responsibilities and Duties

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required)

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.  

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope; Definitions 
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators 

Organization Climate

The parent and community liaison fosters a positive school or organization morale through activities such as the following:  

• Serve as the liaison between parents and the district Communications and Community Relations office.
• Serve as the liaison between the services provided by the school district, campuses, and services available in the community, region or state.
• Provide information to help students, parents and staff understand the various services provided by the Title 1 program and the district.
• Coordinate volunteer/adopter/mentor recognition on campus.  

Organization Improvement

The parent and community liaison promotes leadership in efforts to improve the school or organization through activities such as the following:

• Consult with campus staff continually to execute a plan of action for students with greatest needs. (i.e., parent visits,    attendance, etc.).
• Recruit volunteers and adopters from among the parents and patrons of the school to which assigned.
• Be knowledgeable and demonstrate progress toward completion of annual program goals.

Communication and Community Relations

The parent and community liaison promotes a positive tone for school or community relations through activities such as the following: 

• Coordinate efforts with outside social service agencies to serve campus needs.
• Assist in informing parents of services available to their children as per the district and campus parent involvement plan.
• Assist parents with their volunteer services at school.
• Assist in planning and conducting activities/trainings at school for parents. 

Personnel Relations/Management

The parent and community liaison manages personnel effectively through activities such as the following: 

• Assure the volunteers complete the appropriate forms for participation in the volunteer program and that volunteers are aware of and adhere to the rules of the program.
• Provide a job description and training as needed for volunteers, except in the case of mentors who are trained and supervised by the campus counselor.
• Provide volunteers with a list of campus rules and volunteer program guidelines.

Organization Management

The parent and community liaison manages administrative, fiscal, and facilities functions responsibly through activities such as the following: 

• Schedule and keep records of participation in parent involvement programs.
• Attend campus and district meetings where groups of parents will be present as assigned by the principal and district administration. (i.e., PTA, registration, Meet the Teacher, Open House).
• Develop and ensure availability of materials for a Parent Center.
• Submit articles on time to campus and district newsletters as assigned by the principal.
• Track the campus’ need for volunteer assistance (i.e., keep a list of types of jobs on campus that could be handled by volunteers and locate volunteers to complete them).
• Ensure that campus volunteer/mentor applications are on file in the AAS office.
• Submit a monthly report to the Adopt-A-School office verifying the total number of hours of each volunteer and mentor.
• Complete the Campus Monthly Report of donations of goods, services, and cash by adopter organization.
• Complete and submit all reports on time as required.
• Keep personal daily log of activities and submit periodic reports.
• Assist school staff with testing. 

Professional Growth and Development

The parent and community liaison provides leadership in professional growth and development through activities such as the following: 

• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned to improve parental and community involvement.

Qualities of an Effective Community Liaison

The parent and community liaison exhibits qualities such as the following: 

• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be supportive of all campus attendance and academic program.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Comply with District and Campus policies and procedures, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
• Comply with the standards of conduct set out in Board Policy DH (Legal) and (Local) and with any other policies, regulations, and guidelines that impose duties, requirements, or standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment

Personal computer, digital camera, copier, scanner, audiovisual equipment, telephone, fax machine, shredder, and other equipment applicable to the position. 

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors 

• Work irregular and extended work hours to include holidays and weekends.
• Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling, and lifting.
• May require district wide travel. 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.