Hybrid McKinney Vento Family Engagement Assistant en Fairbanks North Star Borough School District

Job Summary: The Family Engagement Assistant works with families, students, schools and community organizations to establish increased student and family connections with the District, schools, teachers and specialized program supports. In conjunction with and, with the support of the department/program team, principals, and community organizations, this position identifies and addresses barriers to family engagement. Develops specific family engagement opportunities to meet the needs of families/students eligible for specific programs (e.g., McKinney-Vento Homeless Children and Youth, Foster Care, etc..). Performs a variety of intermediate clerical, financial, and secretarial tasks in support of program coordination including documentation required for grant management. 

1. Minimum of an associate’s degree or at least 48 college credits. 
2. One (1) year of experience working with at-risk students in an educational, social service, or family support service setting. 
3. Possess an understanding and respect for diverse cultures, ethnicities, languages and lifestyles. 
4. Experience working in confidential settings and maintaining confidentiality of records. 
5. Knowledge of strategies for positive interpersonal communication. 
6. Successful experience planning and facilitating interactive presentations. 
7. Ability to adapt to meet the needs of the students and families in the program. 
8. Must have excellent collaboration skills. 
9. Strong and effective oral and written communication skills. 
10. Ability to use Google Suite and Office Suite computer programs for correspondence, data tracking, reporting and presentations. 
11. Must be able to travel to various schools and offices within the Fairbanks North Star Borough. While driving on district business, must hold a valid driver’s license, current vehicle insurance and registration.

• Accrued sick and personal leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and audio
• Retirement (PERS)