A Communications or Public Relations Specialist coordinates internal and external communications for a company or organization. Provides information to employees on company activities, such as the launch of a new product or a community service initiative. Writes and edits public communications; develops media contacts and prepares material for press and media distribution; monitors media coverage. May assist with events planning.
Under the direction of the Principal, serve as liaison between district personnel, students, parents, public agencies, community agencies and groups; perform a variety of tasks to assist non-English speaking students and their families in accessing school and community services and improve home/school communication; refer families to local agencies or school services as appropriate; prepare and maintain related records and reports.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Serve as liaison between district personnel, students, parents, public agencies, community agencies and groups; communicate with parents regarding student performance including attendance, behavior, homework, academic achievement, health and medical problems. Perform a variety of tasks to assist non-English speaking students and their families in accessing school and community services and improve home/school communication; connect students and parents with language building skills such as English Language (EL) classes. Promote parent education and involvement in various school programs and other activities; provide information and materials to parents to assist them in utilizing community services and resources; refer families to local agencies or school services as appropriate; prepare and maintain related records and reports. Make home visits to acquire information and discuss school-related problems such as absenteeism, illnesses, behavior problems and other matters; refer families to local agencies or school services as appropriate; assist families with application procedures for housing, insurance, obtaining jobs and others as needed; make medical appointments for students and parents; assist students with becoming involved in extra-curricular activities. Unite outside organizations, schools and families; inform community agencies of available school services; resolve issues or concerns as needed; contact community businesses to obtain donations, recruit assistance and support and plan activities. Facilitate family participation in various activities; identify and encourage recruitment of parent volunteers; explain and assist in determining program eligibility; arrange parent activities including recruitment, training and scheduling. Assist in the formulation of educational goals and objectives utilizing the participation of parents, community members and school personnel; attend Student Study Team (SST) and Individualized Educational Program (IEP) meetings; follow-up with teachers and staff regarding discipline, homework and related matters. Communicate with faculty, staff, administrators and others to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; answer telephone calls, take messages and provide general information to parents and others as assigned. Serve as an interpreter during phone calls, meetings and other school activities and provide translation services as directed. Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work. Represent the assigned organization at a variety of school and community meetings; attend and participate in meeting, workshops and conferences as assigned. Serve as back-up for nutrition services, office or health staff as needed. Perform routine first aid and seek assistance for serious illness or injuries.
OTHER DUTIES
Perform related duties as assigned.
Pay:
$18.77 - $23.96 per hour
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Wellness program Application Question(s): ability to work with students of all ages and parents from all backgrounds. Ability to create and maintain community partnerships with local agencies assisting families.
