Family Engagement School Readiness Support Worcester Head Start

Family Engagement School Readiness Support Worcester Head Start Worcester Public Schools Head Start Program - Worcester, Massachusetts Open in

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5811411

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

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Yesterday Starting Date:

Aug 26, 2026 Job Description Work collaboratively with the education manager and other Head Start coordinators to promote Family Engagement and School Readiness in all aspects of the program Work collaboratively with Head Start administration and center coordinators to promote, plan and support special center/program activities such as Know Your School Night, Parent Committee Meetings, Parent Cafés, F.A.C.T., and Advisory Board Meetings. Plan and facilitate monthly Families and Children Together (F.A.C.T.) activities based on center specific needs Work cooperatively with program staff to plan monthly Parent Cafes Use data from parent/family surveys to develop meaningful family engagement activities/workshops that support the families' role as their child's first teacher Work collaboratively with center staff to ensure workshops/events are well organized and materials/supplies are available, if needed Develop high quality at home parent/child activities that foster home/school partnerships and support school readiness goals for children and families Support the education manager in all aspects of Education Advisory, including recruitment of staff and families, and taking minutes as needed Oversee the selection of center candidates for the Policy Council and work collaboratively with Head Start administration on the development and function of the Policy Council and Policy Council sub-committees, in accordance with current Head Start Performance Standards Maintain documentation of all family engagement activities Assist with recruitment and enrollment efforts as requested by your supervisor Support centers daily as needed

Position Type:

Full-time Salary:

$20 to $25

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Other Professional > Other Professional Equal Opportunity Employer The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, 508-799-3020. Job Requirements Minimum High School Diploma or GED Work or volunteer experience with pre school children preferred Reliable transportation Bilingual preferred At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Marcia Riggsby 770 Main Street Worcester, Massachusetts 01609

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508-799-3237

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