Family and Community Outreach Liaisons (Stipend Position)

JOB DESCRIPTION

I. TITLE

• Family & Community Outreach Liaison (Grant Funded Stipend - Title III Immigrant)

II. PRIMARY FUNCTION

• The Family & Community Outreach Liaison empowers families by serving as a vital bridge between the school district, community, and students, ensuring that families feel informed, supported, and empowered to participate in their child''s education actively. This role strengthens relationships to support student success through enhancing family engagement, addressing attendance barriers, improving communication, and fostering meaningful connections to community resources.

III. REPORTS TO

• Assistant Superintendent of Operations & Management and designees

IV. QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor''s degree (preferred).
• Minimum of three years of experience in family engagement, community outreach, education, or social services.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license and personal vehicle required for travel.
• Knowledge of local community resources and social services.
• Bilingual/multilingual abilities (Spanish and/or Hindi).
• Proficiency in using technology for communication and data tracking.
• Such other qualifications of academic, professional, and personal excellence as the Edison Township Board of Education may specify.

V. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works across school, community, and district locations, serving as a primary contact for families seeking school and community support.
• Guides families on school policies, academic programs, and support services.
• Coordinates family workshops, meetings, and events to promote engagement in student success.
• Supports multilingual families with translations and access to language resources.
• Connects families with resources for developmental, accessibility, and well-being needs.
• Builds partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and service providers.
• Acts as a liaison to foster open, culturally responsive communication between families and school staff.
• Creates and shares outreach materials, newsletters, and digital updates.
• Helps address barriers to student success (e.g., attendance, access to services) per NJ Statutes 18A:38-25-31.
• Collaborates with counselors, social workers, and staff on student action plans.
• Represents the district at occasional evening or weekend events as needed. .
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

VI. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :

• The Liaison shall be provided a stipend on a twelve-month (12) basis, pro-rated a needed. The position is Title Funded (20-244-200-100-60-000)