Title I Parent Liaison (26-27 SY) - Houston MS

JOB TITLE: Title I Parent Liaison LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 187 daysREPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: Para 035DEPARTMENT: Assigned Campus DATE REVISED: 09/2017Disclaimer: This is a grant funded position. Funds for this position are expected to be available up to the end of the school year. In addition to other specified conditions of employment, the applicant understands that no guarantee of continued employment, beyond the availability of the grant funds, is expressed or implied by Irving Independent School District.PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist school personnel with parent and community relations and communication in such a way to facilitate achievement of school's goalsQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum Education:High School Diploma or GEDValid Texas Paraprofessionanl Certificate or ability to obtain upon hireMust meet 1 of 3 following criteria as required by NCLB:Associate's degree, OR60 credit hours from an accredited institution of higher learning, ORSuccessful completion of basic written examSpecial Knowledge/SkillsAbility to work well with adults, parents, and community representativesAbility to work well with childrenAbilityt to use/learn basic computer applicationsKnowledge of general office equipmentEffective communication skills (written and verbal) in EnglishAbility to speak Spanish preferredMinimum Experience:* Experience working with children/students or parentsMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Contact parents in a systematic manner with positive information about the schoolMaintain confidentiality of informationAssist in communicating a positive image of the schoolMake contact with and share school communications with neighborhood apartment managers and businesses to improve community relationsCoordinate translation of campus documents into Spanish for distribution to parents/guardians who do not read EnglishAssist teachers, administrators, and paraprofessionals in working with parents and students as neededServe as a member of the Multicultural Committee and make recommendations as neededWORKING CONDITIONS:Physical/Mental Demands: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsSafety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.