Limited Duration Position
.75 FTE/ 6 hours per day
Wages based on 17-18 Wage Schedule. 2018-2019 Wage Schedule to be determined.
Job Title: Family Facilitator
Reports To: Molalla Elementary Principal
Evaluated By: Building Principal
VISION:
The Family Facilitator provides support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for providing parents and families with information on programs/services available to students and families as well as school and/or Molalla River School District activities and procedures; referring families to other agencies; and fostering an ongoing partnership between the home and school.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist and confer with students, staff, teachers, parents, community members, and outside agencies; responding to inquiries from internal and external sources; during and after school
- Communicate directly with parents on behalf of school (e.g. attendance support, homework issues, available programs/services, completing paperwork, upcoming events, etc.)
- Coordinate and conduct in-home visits and parent meetings as needed
- Collaborate with school counselor to identify and support higher needs families
- Perform record keeping, clerical functions, and the preparation of a variety of documents, reports and written materials, maintaining confidentiality
- Work with the school’s leadership team to help complete a needs-assessment of all children and to develop a comprehensive plan with community involvement to help reform instruction
- Lead classroom, small group, and individual social skills development and early intervention sessions
- Partner with Parent-Teacher Group and coordinate volunteers; designing and implementing parent training meetings
- Develop and lead parent trainings (district will support with training and curriculum) to increase parenting skills
- Participate in a variety of meetings, workshops and committees (e.g., Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, Social Emotional Learning, Response to Intervention, Student problem solving, staff meetings)
- Prioritize supports for families and students in kindergarten and first grade
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED: (If a license, certificate, bonding, registration and/or testing is required, then it must be obtained by the end of the probationary period for continued employment.)
- Minimum of an Associate’s degree in human service field with training in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) required. Preference given to graduates of programs/ certificated in human services and/or education such as Early Childhood Education and Family Studies
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
- Valid Oregon Driver's License
- Possess and maintain a valid First Aid card (if required by HR)
SKILLS: Skills are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to adapt to dynamic job conditions and school needs. This role requires flexibility and initiative to secure improved academic achievement, behavior, and social/emotional growth for all students. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: planning, scheduling, and managing activities; preparing and maintaining accurate records; using technology and office equipment; communicating effectively; preparing and delivering training in an adult learning environment (staff/ parents) and collaborating with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; and working flexible hours.
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