Parent Engagement Representative - Georgia Connections Academy

Description

School Summary

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by Cognia, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.

Position Summary

Working from the office in Duluth, GA, the Parent Engagement Representative supports newly enrolled families in acclimating to the virtual learning environment. This individual will play a critical role in engaging Caretakers and ensuring students are adjusting successfully to online education. The ideal candidate will have experience creating and presenting to both adults and students, assessing the success of engagement programs, and fostering strong school-community connections. Some evening and weekend hours may be required for events and meetings.

Job Type

Full-Time, 10-Month

Location

Working from the Duluth Office

Reporting Manager

Director of Federal Programs

Minimum Qualifications :

Active Georgia Teaching or Counseling Certificate (required).

Experience working in a classroom or school environment.

Strong background in engaging families and students in educational settings.

Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of experience in education

Prior experience with Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO) or Parent Teacher Associations (PTA)

Proven ability to create and deliver presentations to adults and students.

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and develop engagement opportunities from the ground up.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

Team player track record; ability to collaborate

Possesses a positive customer service attitude in interactions with all stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

Flexible and willing to provide and receive constructive feedback

Must be able and willing to conduct and participate in collaborative meetings, professional development sessions, and events at the GACA office and / or other locations as needed.

The applicant should be prepared to attend events and meetings at the GACA office in Duluth, as well as travel to meet with students in different regions of the state throughout the year.

Be prepared to travel within state 80% of the time

Key Responsibilities

Family & Student Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for newly enrolled families, assisting them with their transition to virtual learning.

Proactively reach out to Caretakers to assess student progress and provide guidance on engagement strategies.

Develop initiatives to enhance family involvement and student participation in school activities.

Attend and actively participate in school field trips and in-person events across the state of Georgia.

Manage student, family, and staff written communication i.e. District Newsletter, School Event announcements and reminders, etc.

Training & Staff Development

Train teachers and staff members on effective strategies to engage and connect with students and parents during events.

Create and lead professional development sessions focused on engagement techniques in a virtual setting for all school levels (Elementary, Middle, and High School)

Collaborate with faculty to ensure best practices are in place for fostering student success.

Work with the Director of Federal Programs to ensure presentations and data collection is compliant with state and federal standards.

Event Planning & Community Outreach

Develop engagement opportunities, even in low-participation situations, to foster a sense of community within the virtual school.

Organize and lead virtual and in-person engagement events tailored to meet the needs of families.

Serve as the main point of contact for the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), ensuring strong collaboration and communication.

Program Assessment & Improvement

Evaluate engagement programs and strategies, adjusting approaches to ensure effectiveness.

Use data-driven decision-making to assess the impact of family engagement efforts.

Provide regular reports on engagement trends and program outcomes.

Attend Professional Learning Opportunities to enhance the professional development of Parent and Community Engagement.

Other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer

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