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Parent Liaison- McKinney-Vento

Application Deadline

1/6/2026

Position Title

Parent Liaison- McKinney-Vento

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$18.36-$20.34/hour

Job Description

This is a grant funded position

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position exists in a school district and involves the responsibility for encouraging cooperation between parents and the school. The McKinney-Vento Parent Liaison position will work with families who are specifically living in temporary housing as deemed protected under the McKinney-Vento Act. The work is performed under the supervision of the Innovation Equity and Engagement Department with wide leeway given for carrying out the details of the work

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES :

+ ? Work with families placed by DSS in designated shelters to promote positive outcomes for students ? Work within the shelter’s family room to help facilitate and promote positive family/child interactions ? Encourages cooperation between the parents and the school; ? Works with parents and families to address concerns and to foster communication between the home and the school; ? Assist families with connections to community resources ? Work directly with District McKinney-Vento Liaisons to meet needs of families including but not limited to distributing hygiene supplies, clothing, school supplies, etc. ? Help reduce attendance barriers for students living in temporary housing ? Assist families with completing district or building level surveys ? Assist families in registering for afterschool or summer programming ? Be a connection with building level parent liaisons to assist families in temporary housing ? Make connections with hard to reach parents; ? Link families and schools. ? Assists families with the school to promote greater student success; ? Increases parental involvement; ? Increases communication with the families and the community; ? Informs and assists families with services, resources, and activities that are on-going within the district and community; ? Increases parent participation in the school and district decision making; ? Helps schools and the district cultivate a school culture that embraces values and interacts with parents in a positive manner; ? Collaborates with schools in educating parents to helping their children succeed in school; ? Does related tasks as required

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :

+ Good knowledge of educational programs; working knowledge of the principles and practices of social casework; Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others; Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work flexible hours including evenings; cultural sensitivity; organizational skill; tact; courtesy.

SALARY: $18.36-20.34/hour

Civil Service Title

Parent Liaison

Job Qualifications

+ Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: (at time of appointment) Anticipated hours will be 9:00-5:00 Must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License.

Application Procedure

Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application. I n addition, all applicants are requested to submit a current resume. This is a competitive Schenectady County Civil Service position. Candidates must meet civil service requirements for appointment. Candidates must currently hold this title or be reachable on the civil service list when available. If a list is not available, this will be a provisional appointment and the successful candidate must take the appropriate civil service examination and be reachable.

The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district’s Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

Job Category

Parent Liaison

Job Location

Pleasant Valley Elementary

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