Title I Family Involvement Contact (Temporary)
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the top school systems in the state of Maryland and the nation. Serving approximately 58,000 students, our mission is to ensure academic success and social emotional well-being for each student in an inclusive and nurturing environment that closes opportunity gaps.
To learn more about employment with HCPSS, please visit https://www.hcpss.org/employment/.
DESCRIPTION
Working under the supervision of the principal or assistant principal, with supervision and guidance from the Title I Office, the Family Involvement Contact provides assistance and support to Title I teachers to establish home-school partnerships and school-based family involvement. The position communicates effectively with families about school programs, activities, and academic resources. The position also serves on the Family Involvement Team and attends family programming events.
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Possess an awareness of the vision/mission/goals of the Howard County Public School System
Possess an awareness of the Howard County Parent, Family, and Community Involvement Policy
Actively support and facilitate home-school communication and participation in school programs
Communicate and collaborate with Title I school staff and central office personnel to exchange information on current programs and services that support students and their families
Plan involvement activities with family input
Serve as a member of the Family Involvement Team and/or School Improvement Team
Recruit Title I family members to participate on school-based committees
The above list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all the following qualifications, listed below, to be considered for the vacancy. Use the application, letter of introduction, and resume to specifically address each qualification.
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma
Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field or at least five years of related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in a K-12 educational setting and working with diverse populations
Knowledge of the vision/mission/goals of the Howard County Public School System and Strategic Plan
An eagerness to work with students, parents, and families
Flexibility and initiative in working with students and staff
An ability to accept assignments and carry them out to completion
SALARY
Hourly Rate of Pay $30/hr.
Position is anticipated to work a maximum of 17 Total hours per week between assigned locations. Actual assigned work location and daily work hours are dependent upon school system needs.
Temporary employees are not benefits eligible.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Please complete the online application in a timely manner. There will be a pre-screening of applicant credentials before inviting candidates in for an interview. Only applicants who submit all the requested information by the closing date of the vacancy will be considered for this position. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experiences and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.
Please note that a completed application includes:
A complete application form that includes a listing of employment locations with dates of employment and names of direct supervisors.
All required supplemental materials (i.e.: resume, letter of introduction, transcripts, certificates, etc.)
For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Temporary Services
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCPSS ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.