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The Family Engagement Specialist will help the Woodland Hills School District increase parent involvement – within the school district and with their children’s academics and well-being. The Family Engagement Specialist serves as the liaison between the school and parents, relaying the needs of one to the other; educate teachers and staff on how to communicate and work effectively with parents as equal partners; advise and train parents on how to address issues with the leadership staff in school meetings; serve as a school-based intermediary contact for concerns and comments made by parents and community members’; provide referrals to community-based services for families; expand opportunities for continued learning, voluntary community service, and civic participation. The Family Engagement Specialist develops community collaborations; promotes sharing of power with parents and decision-makers; helps parents understand the educational system so they can become better advocates for their children’s education; and promotes mental wellbeing across the lifespan by increasing awareness of mental health and promoting well-being. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Why Carlow University?
Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, Carlow is situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world. Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations. Carlow University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We strive for a campus that reflects our urban setting and is inclusive of underrepresented groups to enhance our University community. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature, working conditions and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, working conditions and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. In lieu of education and experience noted, an equivalent combination of the two may be considered. |
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