Job Description: Parent University

• Support registration and evaluation process, outreach, and attendance for Parent University sessions
• Attend Parent University classes or workshops to support family engagement, hear feedback, and provide suggestions on what we could do to make classes better.
• With Manager, help coordinate logistical needs from participants, instructors and community partners and provide support in addressing the needs.
• With Manager, assist in creating and developing curriculum and classes for Parent University sessions focused on ensuring school success for EL/multilingual students.
• Support evaluation tools and follow up on the correlation between family participation and student growth.
• Prepare Parent University meeting materials and attend Parent University classes.
• Provide help in preparing maintaining and updating program materials (events, fliers, handouts, brochures, website, etc)
• Work with Parent University Manager to help Parent University participants gain access to various resources and opportunities for their non school aged children.
• Maintain a positive attitude and working relationship with families and community partners.
• Connect with community partners to identify needs and build relationships.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Burlington communities and local organizations.

• Understanding of Cultural Competency

• Flexible schedule with availability to work during after school hours (3-6 pm)

• Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Google Drive)

Preferred Attributes:

• Knowledge of best practices regarding frameworks of student and family support. 

• Training and/or experience working with multilingual learners/adult learners.

• Experience in a professional/teaching learning community or similar learning community.

• Knowledge and experience with Burlington families and youth