Family Engagement Manager

Woodcraft Rangers•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$75,000 - $88,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Woodcraft Rangers, established in 1922, is a progressive organization dedicated to guiding young people toward purposeful lives through a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. They provide TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning, serving over 30,000 youth annually across Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties. Their services have expanded to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with disabilities, as well as a LifeCraft program for staff development. The organization is committed to inclusivity, youth leadership, and empowering all youth to reach their full potential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, Community Development, Public Health, or a related field; equivalent lived and professional experience considered.
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a school or educational setting involving family engagement, community outreach, parent education, or a related role in an urban, youth-serving, or community-based setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to groups, facilitate workshops, and create accessible materials for diverse audiences.
Ability to build trusting, culturally responsive relationships with families, staff, and community partners from diverse backgrounds.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, sites, and deadlines simultaneously.
Regular travel across the greater Los Angeles area to Woodcraft Rangers program sites is required, using a personal vehicle or public transportation. A valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
Regular use of hands for tasks such as operating a computer, handling materials, and preparing resources for family events and presentations.
Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual ability
Experience in afterschool or out-of-school time (OST) programs
Familiarity with school district systems, Title I, and/or Community Schools Framework
Knowledge of community resources in the Los Angeles area

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Director of Education Services, ensure that families across all sites — regardless of location, language, or context — receive equitable access to engagement opportunities and resources
Serve as Trainer of Trainers for the Woodcraft Rangers family engagement model, coordinating with Learning & Development (L&D) to ensure training and professional development is streamlined, aligned, and builds site staff capacity to deliver consistent, high-quality engagement independently
Serve as department lead to train and guide staff through community mapping processes to identify and respond to the specific needs of the families and communities they serve
Serve as a resource to field leaders navigating district-specific expectations around family communication and involvement
In collaboration with Marketing and Communications team, design and scale communication strategies — in collaboration with Strategy and Programs departments — to support consistent, timely, and culturally responsive outreach that ensures all families can meaningfully participate across all sites
In collaboration with Marketing and Communications team, develop flexible templates, toolkits, and resources that site staff can adapt to meet the specific needs of their school community to help facilitate high-quality parent and guardian interactions — including regular parent meetings, presentations, and various types of conversations with families
Highlight models of high-quality family engagement and best practices to elevate programming across the region and agency
Work with the Impact Department to develop observation rubrics, survey questions, data collection tools, and reporting measures that assess the quality of family engagement practices and communicate impact to stakeholders including parents, funders, and school partners
Provide the Director of Education Services with updates and recommendations based on site visits and interactions with program staff and administrators
Track and report family engagement metrics such as parent meeting attendance and participation in signature events, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting strategies and materials as needed
In collaboration with Marketing and Communications team, maintain a centralized resource library of materials, guides, and tools accessible to all site staff
Develop, coordinate, and integrate intentional family engagement elements into agency-wide Woodcraft Rangers Signature Events
Build and maintain relationships with community partners who can provide supplemental resources and programming for families
Schedule office hours and site visits as requested by supervisors
Comply with all applicable safety requirements and emergency protocols, including maintaining up-to-date training and certifications
Participate in staff development training as required
Perform other related duties as assigned