21st Century Parent Engagement Coordinator

YMCA of Metro Atlanta•Brookhaven, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities. NATURE AND SCOPE: Under the direction of the Afterschool Director, 21st Century Parent Engagement Coordinator will provide support by assisting with recruiting parents, disseminating 21st CCLC Program Information. This position entails scheduling and setting up virtual parent meetings and or workshops throughout the school term and following up on student absences. This role will include opportunity to assist families by identifying other community agencies that can support the family as needed. This position will play a support role on the 21st CCLC Team, with the critical and important interaction with parents in support of the family participation in the 21st CCLC program.

Requirements

Paraprofessional certificate and a high school diploma or GED
Must be at least 21 years of age
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in working with in Title 1 schools or as a Parent Liaison preferred
Required certifications: Paraprofessional certificate, 2 Year Associate Teaching Certificate; must obtain any other certifications required for the position
Ability to obtain working knowledge of 21st CCLC requirements
A working knowledge of computers: MS Word, MS Excel, database management
Attend required professional development activities
Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills
Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality
Pass a criminal background and drug screening check
Pass a Motor Vehicles Record and have own transportation

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in education preferred
2 Year Associate Teaching Certificate

Responsibilities

Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
Stay updated on current issues regarding 21st CCLC programming.
Support Site Coordinator and Academic Team in recruitment and attendance along with the all Parent activities/meeting/workshops ensuring that 21st CCLC site run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
Assist with timely collection and submittal of information, (Information Flyers/Agendas/Sign in Sheets) as required by 21st CCLC
Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Multi-Media First Aid, Blood borne Pathogens, Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation, and Branch and off-site Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and school community.
Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork in a timely fashion.
Other duties as assigned.
Implement wellness checks and provide a leadership role in ensuring member/staff adherence to the safety protocols, with a commitment to positive member and staff safety.
Assist with delivery of age and/or grade level appropriate lessons
Collaborates with youth, parents, school day teachers to ensure that parent receive timely information
Supports in Academic and enrichment activities.