Family Center Specialist - Open to Kern High School District Regular Employees Only -
$53,974–$53,974 year
On-site · California, United States
Job Summary
As a Family Center Specialist at Kern Valley High School, you will act as a liaison between the district, schools, and families to promote meaningful family engagement in students' education. You will plan, organize, and deliver family engagement programs and events (workshops, trainings, meetings, college trips) and connect families to district and community services. You will collaborate with school staff to reach underrepresented groups (e.g., migrant, McKinney-Vento, families of students with disabilities), collect and analyze data on family needs, and communicate effectively with parents/guardians, school personnel, and public agencies. The role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, the ability to work with diverse communities, and the capacity to shift hours to support events and activities. A valid California driver’s license and compliance with criminal history checks and medical assessment are required. The position emphasizes equity, integrity, collaboration, and accountability in supporting students’ educational progress.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma and college-level courses required
- Valid California driver's license
- Criminal history check
- Pre-employment medical assessment
- Ability to shift scheduled work hours to meet family engagement needs
- Experience working with students and families from diverse backgrounds
- Strong communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to plan, organize, and deliver family engagement activities such as workshops and meetings
- Knowledge of community services/resources available to families
- Ability to develop and implement strategies to increase family participation in school and district events
- Ability to collect and analyze data on family needs to connect them with services
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