NJ Family and Community Engagement Organizer

Develop and implement a comprehensive family engagement and advocacy plan aligned with school and network priorities. Recruit, train, and support parents to serve as leaders within Parent Action Teams, conducting one-on-one relational meetings to identify leadership potential. Facilitate parent leadership trainings focused on advocacy, public speaking, organizing, educational equity, and civic engagement. Build a strong base of engaged parent leaders capable of mobilizing around school and community priorities, coordinating advocacy campaigns and organizing parent participation in meetings with elected officials. Develop and manage strategic partnerships with community organizations, businesses, service providers, and civic leaders to create opportunities for family engagement and leadership development. Maintain active communication with school, community, and network leaders while tracking parent leadership growth and advocacy outcomes. Available for night and weekend meetings and events, approximately 5% of total time. Must be bilingual in Spanish and English.