Family Liaison

Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax County, VA

:

Family Liaison

Laurel Hill Elementary School

Description

Serves as a liaison among families, community, and school staff to ensure student academic and social success; facilitates communication and provides FCPS information and resources to families; encourages family engagement in student's education and connects families to what students are learning; builds relationships with and among students, families, staff members, and community members; promotes a welcoming school environment for culturally diverse families; provides information about and connects families to variety of resources and opportunities.

Qualifications

Required

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) certificate.
  • One (1) year of experience working with families within a school, community program, or outreach program as a volunteer or paid employee.
    • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
  • May be required to work a flexible schedule for evening appointments and walk-in services and/or evenings for planned events.
  • Proficiency in a second language may be required for some positions based on school needs.
  • Knowledge of school and community programs, organizations, services, and resources.
  • Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Familiarity with the special needs of children and diverse concerns of parenting.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
  • Ability to navigate and use technology and associated software applications to support family and student learning.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with culturally diverse students, families, school staff members, and community members.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred

  • Two (2) years of experience in family engagement, community engagement, or outreach programs.

Salary Grade [Salary Information]

Unified Scale-Schedule H

Contract Length

191-Day Contract

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Percent Full-Time

Full Time

Closing Date

03-Jun-2025

Job Type

School Assistants

Open Until Filled

No

Re-Adv. Position

No
Posted 2026-04-12

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