Description

Statewide Family Engagement Manager

Position overview:

The Statewide Family Engagement Manger will be responsible to oversee the implementation and execution of the Title 1 program for IDEA Public Schools in Texas. This position will ensure the organization stays in compliance with the federal program, manage and support regions and schools to remain in compliance, lead family engagement events and work to build partnerships within the communities we serve to empower and develop resources to support all IDEA Texas families. This position will begin in July 2023.

This is a full-time (remote/on-site) position based in Texas with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate.

• Travel expectations- 30%
• Reporting structure- Reports directly to the VP Student Empowerment Team
• Hours/workdays- some nights to lead family engagement events (will be determined and scheduled over the summer months for the 23-24 school year)

In this role you will:

• Oversee and manage the annual calendar for Title 1 compliance. You will ensure 100% of campuses are following the expectations set, meet the deadlines for completion and are storing all necessary documentation required for the federal program.
• Manage the annual budget cycle for each region and campus that is aligned to the federal funding we receive for Title 1 – family engagement across Texas. You will be a responsible steward and business partner to the business office to ensure schools have the appropriate funds available and are using it for the appropriate tasks.
• Manage, monitor and update the compliance policy library across Texas as it pertains to Title 1- family engagement. And provide materials that need to be board approved to the Vice President of the team.
• Observe, coach and give feedback to campuses and regions as they implement the expectations for the Title 1 program. Utilize feedback from the field to make the national planning and support stronger as the year progresses.
• Lead the management of the annual Title 1 compliance calendar which includes parent meetings to provide feedback on district policies, initiatives and programs. You will be responsible to review and update any compliance and policy documentation and ensure the most updated requirements are posted in the appropriate places.
• Develop and lead training for stakeholders to ensure they have the tools and resources available to them to execute Title 1 expectations.
• Develop and lead parent training sessions that will be led in-person and virtually by yourself or business partners in the region. The training sessions will be grounded in teaching parenting skills to support their students' academic and social-emotional success. You will be expected to host at least 1 topic of parent training per quarter in English and Spanish (you can work with partners to present in Spanish, you are not required to speak Spanish)
• Oversee the development of and execution of 2 regional community engagement events to bring community vendors/businesspeople/ service providers together with our families.
• Collaborate with school counselors to develop family activities to support organizational goals of enrollment, ADA and persistence.

Compensation & Benefits: Include

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $60,500 and $72,600, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits as well as retirement plans and a generous vacation package. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

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  IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Required experience:

Education: Bachelor Degree Required

Certifications: none

Years of experience:

• 3+ educational setting experience, preferably leading work that involved family and community engagement

Skills:

• Organized, self-starter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with social media channels
• Relationship driven, mission aligned
• Event organization

Goals:

As part of the Student Empowerment team, you will contribute to reaching the following ambitious goals:

• 90% Persistence
• 90% New Student Persistence
• Daily Attendance Goal
• Enrollment Goal
• Solely own: 98% of campuses will be in compliance for the 23-24 school year

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
• Must be able to climb ladders or scaffolding, or climb and work in overhead areas
• Must be able to work in a confined space or to crawl or move about on hands and knees.
• Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency.
• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including in times of excessive heat or cold

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At IDEA we recognize that racism, bias, and privilege exist in society. We are committed to an organizational culture that promotes awareness and inclusivity for our students and staff, and supports their path to positively impact our broader society. We are committed to recognizing the impact of racism and privilege, and commit as an organization to have equitable practices, policies, and structures. Visit https://ideapublicschools.org/dei/ to learn about IDEA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Anti-Racist and Anti-Bias commitment.

Learn more about IDEA

• IDEA’s Core Values
• https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/leadership/
• https://ideapublicschools.org/our-approach/
• https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/impact-magazine/
• https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/history/
• https://ideapublicschools.org/our-approach/special-programs/
• https://ideapublicschools.org/blog/introducing-our-revised-core-values/