Methuen Public Schools

Methuen, Massachusetts

Job Description

Title: Family Resource Center Coordinator

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for overseeing the Family Resource Center (FRC).The Family

Resource Center’s primary function is an enrollment center for all families registering their

students. All residency policies and enrollment procedures must be followed. The position

will also supervise and annually evaluate FRC staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field to management or education.
• At least 5 years of experience in management or education related field.
• Experience in managing staff and programs.
• Experience in coordinating programs to support parent involvement with clients in all socioeconomic status groups.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, fiscal management and organizational skills.
• Bilingual - English and Spanish.

Responsibilities/

Supervision:

• Demonstrates, as a member of the Methuen Public Schools, a commitment to the

achievement of excellence in supporting families upon arrival to the FRC.

• Oversees the enrollment process for all students entering the Methuen public schools. This includes initial registration, language testing as needed, placement in specialized programs as needed, and coordination with the receiving schools
• Plans and develops programs that enhance positive parenting skills and networks with other community agencies to increase the number, quality and type of parenting resources available.
• Prepares and records data for reporting and evaluation purposes, assists in the preparation of grant proposals, monthly and annual reports for the School Committee, and works closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning and Director of Special Education for placement of students and communication.
• Actively participates in professional growth and career development of self and Family Resource Center Staff.
• Trains and supervises Family Resource Center staff to provide optimal service to families utilizing the center.
• Works with Data Manager to ensure online enrollment timelines and protocols are followed.
• Facilitates residency decisions based on district policy and works with staff and families to enforce the policy.
• Facilitates enrollment, services, supports and coordinated activities for all homeless families.

Job Specifications:

12 month position with a salary range of $65,000-75,000

The Family Resource Center Program Coordinator will be supervised by the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services They will meet on a regular basis to discuss program plans, budget, resource allocation, and supervision of staff as well as all other FRC issues.