Family Engagement Specialist
Kids' Corps, Inc.•Anchorage, AK
•$23 - $29•Onsite
About The Position
Kids’ Corps, Inc. is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Family Engagement Specialist to support and empower families as lifelong educators. This role is responsible for coordinating family education events, supporting parent-child relationships, and ensuring successful transitions within early childhood programs. As a key part of our family services team, the Family Engagement Specialist also works as a Family Advocate—building positive, goal-oriented relationships with families to promote wellness, school readiness, and self-sufficiency.
Requirements
- Family Development Credential (FDC) or Higher with experience in family engagement, social services, early childhood education, or a related field (+12 months of experience working in similar position with parents or families)
- Regular schedule adjustment and availability for frequent evening events
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of community resources and family partnership principles
- Ability to build trust with families and maintain professional boundaries
- Competent with data tracking and time management tools (e.g., Outlook, QuickBooks Time)
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Head Start or Early Head Start programs
- Familiarity with Conscious Discipline or similar parenting curricula
- Bilingual skills (Spanish, Samoan, Hmong, Alaska Native languages, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Coordinate parent education events and parenting curriculum (e.g., Conscious Discipline)
- Lead transition efforts to kindergarten and between program levels
- Provide support and training to staff on family engagement strategies
- Partner with families to set and track goals through the Family Partnership process
- Assist families with accessing health care, social services, and child development resources
- Encourage parent involvement in decision-making and program governance
- Collaborate with community partners to support family needs
- Support as a Family Advocate and provide enrollment assistance as needed
Benefits
- There is a 10-step wage scale built into this position that occurs annually.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
