Family & Community Engagement Manager (Bilingual - Spanish)

KIPP•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Indy Public Schools (KIPP Indy) is seeking a Family & Community Engagement Manager who is bilingual in Spanish and English. This role is crucial for fostering strong relationships between the school, families, and the wider community. The manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to enhance family engagement, coordinate community resources, and support student success. This position involves active participation in community meetings, managing volunteers, and serving as a liaison between the school and external agencies. The goal is to create a supportive environment where families are empowered and students are set up for academic and personal achievement.

Requirements

Fluent in Spanish and English (written and oral communication)
A minimum of 2 years of experience in education or related fields
Deep belief in being part of and helping lead a multi-cultural, anti-racist organization
Team player capable of working both collaboratively and independently
Highly organized, resourceful, and accountable, with strong attention to follow through and detail
Proactive and creative problem-solver; ability to identify, analyze, and recommend solutions
Track record of exceptional results

Responsibilities

Participate in the Martindale-Brightwood Education Zone (MBEZ) partner meetings and the KIPP Indy monthly Community Council meetings.
Support families in building social capital and finding resources to support their overall well-being.
Assist community partners in resolving service delivery, access, and coordination issues.
Develop, monitor, and maintain a schedule of programs and services in the school.
Identify new agencies and/or organizations that have resources to help increase academic success, improve the conditions for learning, and support social-emotional learning.
Manage all volunteers in the school, develop volunteer opportunities, keep records of volunteer work, and regularly recognize their service to the school.
Serve as a liaison to the community and attend external meetings, as needed.
Collaborate with school social workers to refer families to human service agencies and other resource providers.
Collect program and service delivery information from providers and partners.
Collaborate with KIPP Indy to launch and execute an effective family engagement strategy, including a family communication and outreach plan.
Proactively engage families and community members to attend MBEZ and KIPP Indy events.
Collaborate with KIPP Indy leadership to design and develop a family resource center.
Coordinate family workshops and meetings.
Collaborate with KIPP Indy regional and school-based leadership to develop a schedule of family programs, events, and services that directly support student success.
Maintain records of family engagement activities and collaborate with principals and teachers on family engagement activities.
Collaborate with the KIPP Indy Managing Director of Family & Community Engagement and participate in weekly check-ins and team meetings to maximize results.
Cultivate strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including students, families, and staff.
Collaborate to foster a culture that supports the school’s vision and promotes respect and appreciation for all students, staff, and families.
Develop and execute family engagement initiatives, communications, and events.
Collaborate with the operations team on systems related to enrollment, attendance, and student retention, participating in regular team meetings.
Collaborate with the social services team to refer students to additional support services (i.e. health services, counseling services, mentorship programs, etc.), as necessary.