9GA PARENT LIAISON

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Organization: Lawrence Public Schools

Job Title: Grade 9 Parent Liaison

Location: Lawrence High School

Reports To: Is under the immediate supervision of the Building Principal with programmatic oversight by the

Administrator in Charge of Learning Support Services.

Who Are We?

Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district, located 30 miles north of Boston, serving more than 13,000 students. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. We are committed to ensuring that our students, who have for too long been under-served, are provided with a high-quality, free, public education at their local, district schools.

Lawrence High School is seeking exceptional teachers to join our team who possess a growth mindset, value collaboration and continuous feedback, are passionate about their content, and have an unwavering belief that all students are capable of meeting rigorous academic expectations.

Job Goal: To provide parents with the information and support necessary, especially in the area of school

attendance, to allow them to become active partners in the education of their child(ren).

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor student attendance on a daily basis in accordance with the district's policies and

procedures regarding attendance, truancy, and tardiness.

Make telephone contact with parents on a daily basis relative to student absences

and/or complete a home visit to improve student attendance.

Investigate attendance problems reported to the school by other personnel or

community members.

Maintain attendance date/information and provide such information to the

Administration, Teachers, Counselors, and Nursing Staff as necessary.

Work collaboratively with the district's Supervisor of Attendance and community

agencies to assure that all students and parents and complying with their legal

responsibilities regarding school attendance.

Disseminate and explain school department policies and procedures to parents.

Assist school personnel and parents in understanding student growth and

development by providing and interpreting information (test scores, projective date, career

information, etc.) which will enable them to develop realistic goals.

Assist the Parent Information Center as necessary to support student registration and

placement.

Participate on Student Assistance Team relative to attendance issues and parent

involvement.

Assist with the collection and dissemination of appropriate information relative to the

Department of Transitional Assistance, the Department of Social Services, the Department

of Mental Health, and Social Security.

Work to educate and enhance parent and community involvement in the school.

Complete and submit required paperwork to comply with departmental and legal

Mandates.

Perform related duties as requested as needed by Principal and Assistant Principal

Desired Skills and Characteristics of a LHS staff/teacher:

Driving desire to disrupt inequity and improve outcomes for all students

Commitment to the academic and personal success of Lawrence Public Schools' students and families

Proven experience supporting English Language Learners

Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges

Demonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized.

Will to improve practice by taking and implementing frequent feedback

Humility and a good sense of humor

Qualifications:

Minimum of a High School Diploma

Oral and written English language proficiency

Oral and written proficiency in a second language preferred

Experience working with children and parents in an urban environment

Experience interacting with community agencies

Strong communication and organizational skills

Proficient in English

Bilingual Preferred

Work Year: School Year

Salary: Salary in Accordance with the Paraprofessional's Union Contract

Other: Benefits in accordance with the Lawrence Public Schools guidelines

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Lawrence Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position : 388218003

Location : 9TH GRADE ACADEMY

Posting End : 10/31/2026

Salary: $28.85-$36.84

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