Family Liaison - Sacramento & Elk Grove Area at The Cottonwood School
About the Employer
The Cottonwood School offers dynamic homeschooling pathways for TK-12: a uniquely personalized, whole-learner approach that nurtures academic, social, and emotional achievement. The Cottonwood school is a tuition-free, public charter school serving transitional kindergarten through 12th-grade students in Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties. We take an integrative approach that education is more than academic learning. We understand that a rich education includes social and emotional development as well as a strong academic foundation. Our Homestudy Pathway fosters holistic learning through the many activities and events we offer each month—field trips, workshops, hands-on, experiential activities. Our Cottonwood College Prep Academy is a hybrid on-site High School Pathway that offers Montessori-inspired project-based learning that encourages collaboration and creativity. At The Cottonwood School, we envision a world where students flourish, communities thrive, and staff are fulfilled.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Parent Support Supervisor, the purpose of the Family Liaison is to improve communication and student achievement by promoting parent and community involvement in the educational process; refer and provide information on services available to students and families; convey information regarding school activities, policies, goals, and procedures; plan, organize, and coordinate events in support of the School’s educational program.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent - Experience with the operation of a Charter School preferred Qualifications: - Must live in the Northern California, Sacramento area - Must have a valid California driver’s license and must be insurable under the School’s insurance policy. Must maintain personal vehicle insurance and submit proof to Human Resources when requested. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: - Familiar with non-classroom-based charter school operations - Ability to communicate well and display excellent customer service - Ability to interact with parents, teachers, and the community in a helpful, courteous, and friendly manner - Ability to maintain diplomacy and professionalism under pressure - Demonstrates an excellent level of cultural acceptance and inclusion - Comfortable with online/virtual meeting platforms including Google and Zoom, etc. - Proficiency in Google (docs, sheets, forms, drives), and data management environments - Ability to learn and follow Charter School regulations, and procedures - Ability to be proactive and be able to solve problems - Ability to commute to El Dorado Hills and surrounding counties.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent - Experience with the operation of a Charter School preferred Qualifications: - Must live in the Northern California, Sacramento area - Must have a valid California driver’s license and must be insurable under the School’s insurance policy. Must maintain personal vehicle insurance and submit proof to Human Resources when requested. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: - Familiar with non-classroom-based charter school operations - Ability to communicate well and display excellent customer service - Ability to interact with parents, teachers, and the community in a helpful, courteous, and friendly manner - Ability to maintain diplomacy and professionalism under pressure - Demonstrates an excellent level of cultural acceptance and inclusion - Comfortable with online/virtual meeting platforms including Google and Zoom, etc. - Proficiency in Google (docs, sheets, forms, drives), and data management environments - Ability to learn and follow Charter School regulations, and procedures - Ability to be proactive and be able to solve problems - Ability to commute to El Dorado Hills and surrounding counties.
Comments and Other Information
1 position for Sacramento and 1 for Elk Grove areas
Comments and Other Information
1 position for Sacramento and 1 for Elk Grove areas
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
3/4/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$18.00 - $35.72 Per Hour
$18.00 - $35.72 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
Classified
Employment Type
Full Time