LIAISON, STUDENT, PARENT, FAMILY, AND COMMUNITY at DPS Careers

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

26.288

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Collaboration, Case Management, Group Facilitation, Tutoring, Mentoring, Support Services, Resource Referral, Parent Engagement, Crisis Intervention, Educational Support, Community Outreach, Equity Advocacy, Problem Solving, Workshop Facilitation, Training Attendance

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

** Applications will be received until November 14, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. ** About this job: School Community Liaisons provide a communication link between assigned school, teachers, students, parents, and community organizations regarding established or available procedures, standards, programs, services and activities. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary Range: $21.906 - $26.288 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. What You'll Do: Support families experiencing homelessness under requirements of law including Help with new school enrollment and ensure district compliance with the McKinney-Vento Act. Provide essential supply needs including: backpacks, supplies and uniform clothing. Collaborate with the district Homeless Liaison to ensure the student/family is properly identified and supported. Meets with parents/guardians minimum once per semester. Tutor/mentor homeless students in/out of the classroom with academic, emotional, social support. Attends intervention meetings Offers to accompany parents to parent/teacher conferences. Encourage parent involvement. Facilitates parent meetings at homeless shelters and agencies. Arrange and coordinate professional services as needed by a student, i.e., dental, vision, legal, etc. Assist the students and their families in resolving issues which may interfere with the students’ educational, social and personal development. Refers families to appropriate essential supports and resources including Title I services, Child Find, Special Education, Gifted and Talented, ELA, DPS School Medicaid. Assist in planning and attend special group activities, as appropriate, in which the students and volunteers are involved. Attends all required HEN activities and training. Attend at least two workshops or conferences each year. What You’ll Need: High School Diploma or equivalent, required. An Associate’s Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related field, preferred. 1+ years of related experience working with students grades 9th-12th and a related field. Case management and group facilitation experience, preferred. Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Responsibilities

School Community Liaisons provide a communication link between assigned school, teachers, students, parents, and community organizations. They support families experiencing homelessness and assist in resolving issues that may interfere with students’ educational, social, and personal development.