Family/School Advocate, Title I (25-26) Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Family/School Advocate, Title I (25-26)
Turning Point Academy
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services
Job Number 4600311252
Start Date Open Date 05/19/2025
Closing Date 06/30/2025 General Definition of Work The family school advocate, under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion serving as a liaison between the school, families at home and the community. Position works with stakeholders to develop a school level parent and family engagement policy, provide accessibility and opportunities for families to engage in their child’s education and build capacity for parent and family leadership in the school. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status Hourly NC 07B/ Full-time, 10 months Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Work with all school personnel to promote an understanding of the value of parent/school partnerships
Assist school personnel with building effective partnerships with families
Engage parents and families in the development and understanding of the School Improvement Plan (SIP)
Provide resources to parents and families to help them effectively support their children at home and at school
Help parents and families understand curriculum standards and assessments
Participate in the school’s School Leadership Team (SLT)
Organize a flexible number of curriculum-based programs and activities for family engagement (quarterly)
Coordinate school-based activities with other district programs and initiatives
Communicate with parents and families through a variety of means to ensure parents and families are informed of engagement opportunities
Provide opportunities for parents and family members to volunteer, participate in and observe classroom activities
Conduct or assist with home visits to support student attendance and resolution of home/school conflicts
Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships; work collaboratively within and across departments, external agencies, and the public Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
Ability to work with people from different backgrounds
Ability to collect and analyze different types of student data (performance, attendance and discipline)
Ability to develop programs to meet the diverse needs of all families Education and Experience Associate degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with an emphasis on Education, Sociology or Psychology required
Minimum of two (2) years of successful experience in a related professional or educational setting
Equivalent combination of education and experience
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Salary:

From 20.60
Teacher Scale N
Minimum Educational Requirements Associate Degree
Term 10 Month
Additional Job Information Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through verbal communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and use of advanced technology
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress Job Attachment View Attachment In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte – Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.