SCS Parent Coordinator at SGA YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES NFP

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Engagement, Relationship Building, Strategic Planning, Equity, Restorative Practices, Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy, Wraparound Service Coordination, Data Systems, Community Organizing, Youth Development, Education, Project Management, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Bilingual, Racial Justice

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description The Parent Coordinator is a key facilitator and relationship-builder for the Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) strategy. This role supports community engagement, shared leadership, strategic planning, and compliance for school- and community-based programming. The Coordinator centers equity, collaborates with diverse stakeholders (parents, youth, educators, staff, and community partners), and ensures that resources align with a shared school-community vision. Requirements Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools and local community-based organizations. Additional language skills reflective of the community served. Experience with restorative practices, culturally sustaining pedagogy, and/or wraparound service coordination. Familiarity with Cityspan or similar data systems. Facilitate ongoing community studies to map school and neighborhood assets, needs, leaders, and opportunities with the school community. Build and sustain authentic, trusting relationships with all community members, centering voices historically excluded from decision-making. Organize and facilitate regular opportunities for the community to learn about, participate in, and shape the SCS strategy. Co-design outreach strategies with the Leadership Team to engage at least 75% of each stakeholder group (youth, parents, educators, community). Maintain timely and accurate attendance records for all programs, including: Program rosters; paper attendance forms and sign-in sheets Electronic attendance tracking/data entry in Cityspan Develop and implement a procedure to ensure all instructors submit attendance on time; collect attendance regularly and ensure compliance. Manage timesheets, check requests, check distribution, and reimbursements for all SCS staff and instructors. Adhere to payment schedules for timely submittal of check requests. Follow all CPS Policies and Procedures and applicable funder requirements. Deep commitment to racial justice, equity, and community-led decision-making. Proven experience in community organizing, youth development, education, or related fields. Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders. Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and innovate. Committed to collaboration, problem-solving, and building a strong team. Bilingual in English and Spanish (required). Must pass CPS Background Check.

Responsibilities

The Parent Coordinator facilitates community engagement and ensures alignment of resources with the school-community vision. They organize opportunities for community participation and manage attendance and compliance for programs.