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Parent Mentor Job Description

Job Summary

The Parent Mentor is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the School Principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.

Job Description

All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.

Position Title

Position Title: Parent Mentor

Salary Schedule

Salary Schedule: CLSS

Department

Department: Student Services

Job Code

Job Code: 141304

Reports To

Reports to: Executive Director of Student Services

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: 180 days per year/4 hours per day

Grade/Level

Grade/Level: Pamen

FLSA

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Primary Function

Primary function: Promote the exceptional students' educational program activities through letters to parents, teachers, press releases. Develop newsletter for the parent mentor program. Develop packets of information for parents of newly identified students and all parents of students with disabilities. Educate parents of sources of information such as web sites and local GLRs. Knowledge of the IEP process, the parent's role and local school system policies and procedures.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Constant interruptions Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone Seeing to read a variety of materials Sitting for extended periods of time Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Office Environment

Office environment

Qualifications

Minimum a bachelor's degree preferred Parent of special needs child preferred Display positive attitude and leadership qualities Possess excellent communication and computer skills Establish working relationship with the school system

The board of education and the superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Functions

Provide Support to Families

Provide support to families of students with disabilities in understanding procedural safeguards Act as a liaison between families of students with disabilities and community agencies Develop training manuals to facilitate the understanding of IEP and program implementation for parents of students with disabilities Provide support to schools by conducting parent coffees/training and support Assist coordinators by supporting families struggling to navigate special education Attend conferences to enhance knowledge and awareness Support coordinators with parent coffees / parent night workshops

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned by the superintendent or designee

Applicants Will Be Selected For Interview

Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.

Vacancies Posting

Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.

Verification of Eligibility

The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.