Minimum Requirements 

•   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in sociology, social work, psychology or a related field. 

•   Three years of full-time, paid, professional experience in an educational or social services setting which have involved working with parents.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

•   Demonstrated knowledge of:

o        the role and significance of community-based issues and organizations. o community issues and/or community organizations. o the current methods processes and techniques utilized in the implementation of initiatives.

•   Demonstrated ability to:

o        lead, mange and motivate subordinate staff. o attain effective results, complete assignments in a timely manner and work independently as well as part of team.

o        coordinate, implement and monitor comprehensive, multi-faceted programs.

o        maintain records and prepare reports. o operate a personal computer including Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Word.

o        work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, as initiative’s outreach events dictate.

o        have reliable transportation as position requires frequent local travel. o develop collaborative partnerships and build relationships with constituents in the community.

o        understand and respect the diversity of families’ economic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds and situations.

o        develop and schedule training sessions on various topics.

o        host parent meetings off school sites and in the local community and/or neighborhoods.  

o        maintain discretion regarding confidential matters. o communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

o        establish and maintain effective working relationships. 

Disclaimer 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

Nondiscrimination

The School District of Philadelphia provides to all persons equal access to all categories of employment in this District, regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin or handicap/disability, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 104 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.