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Position Title: Parent Engagement Coordinator
Organization: IPISJC Pathways 2 Success
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Pathways 2 Success Program Sites
Position Type: Contractual


Position Overview: The Parent Engagement Coordinator will facilitate, and support initiatives aimed at
increasing parental involvement in the academic, career, and personal success of students. The
coordinator will organize workshops, resources, and events that equip parents with tools to actively
participate in their child’s education. This role focuses on creating a supportive environment for families,
fostering collaboration between parents, teachers, and students, and enhancing college and career
readiness efforts.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize workshops on how parents can support their child's education.

  • Invite guest speakers to discuss the importance of parental involvement.

  • Hold meetings and lead small groups for parents to share experiences and get support.

  • Plan hands-on activities parents and children can do together to reinforce learning.

  • Organize career events and job shadowing opportunities for students and parents.

  • Arrange campus tours to local colleges and virtual tours for distant institutions.

  • Facilitate communication between parents and teachers to monitor student progress.

  • Promote tools for ongoing communication.

  • Lead workshops to help families set educational and career goals.

  • Offer guidance on preparing for tests, essays, interviews, and college applications.

  • Provide tools for tracking important deadlines and planning for success.

  • Organize workshops on fostering resilience, perseverance, and a growth mindset.

  • Offer sessions on financial aid, budgeting, and saving for college.

 

Qualifications:

  • Experience in education or community engagement.

  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

  • Ability to lead workshops and group discussions.

  • Knowledge of college and career readiness resources.


How to Apply:

  • Please send your resume and cover letter to p2success@ipisjc.org with the subject line: Parent Engagement Coordinator Application

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