Part-Time Family Liaison

Position Summary: The part-time Family Liaison plays a vital role in creating a welcoming inclusive and supportive school environment. As a bridge between families the school and the broader community the Liaison helps strengthen relationships that foster student success and bring Waltham Public Schools vision for Family and Community Engagement to life through trust collaboration and shared purpose. This role ensures families have the information resources and connections needed to support their childrens learning and well-being. The Family Liaison provides outreach referrals and advocacyespecially for families facing barriers to accessand helps cultivate a strong sense of belonging within the school addition to their school-based work each Liaison contributes to districtwide efforts by participating in monthly Family Engagement Team meetings and events that advance equity and engagement across Waltham Public Schools.

Specific Responsibilities: -Serve as an accessible point of contact for families with questions or concerns ensuring they feel supported informed and valued. -Communicate regularly with families in accessible and culturally responsive ways. -Support families in learning how to access and use school platforms and other technologies to stay connected with their childs education. -Serve as a bridge between home school and community connecting families to relevant school and community resources and supports. -Serve as the McKinney-Vento (MKV) Homeless Education point of contact for the school ensuring families experiencing homelessness are aware of their rights and connected to supports. -Participate in monthly Family Liaison department meetings and professional development opportunities to share best practices and align efforts across Waltham Public Schools. -Maintain accurate records of outreach engagement activities and referrals in accordance with district procedures and confidentiality guidelines. -Track and report on family engagement efforts participation and outcomes to inform school and district practices. -Perform other duties as assigned to support the schools mission and WPS Family and Community Engagement goals.

Reports To: School principal with additional guidance and support from the Family and Community Engagement Office

Rate: $21/hour maximum of 15 hours/month Qualifications and Skills: -Bilingual ( Spanish/English ) -Strong interpersonal skills: able to communicate effectively with district staff and parents via email phone and in person -Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality -Effective Collaborator -Computer skills (email Google Docs)