Fulton County Schools
Parent Liaison, Special Education
Fulton County Schools, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Parent Liaison, Special Education
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Fulton County Schools
Category: Support Staff
Job Function: Support Staff
Department: Exceptional Children - Z1 - Z4
Summary
Provides support to parents and schools by implementing policies and coordinating programs to support students with disabilities
Essential Duties
Selects and purchases appropriate materials for parent check‑out
Develops and maintains a Parent Library and provides suggestions to parents regarding appropriate materials that meet their needs
Assists parents with the understanding of IDEA, Parent Rights and Responsibilities, and building a strong home/school partnership
Creates opportunities to involve all parents in the education of their child
Coordinates academic‑based learning opportunities/workshops for parents at flexible times
Organizes volunteer program; recruits and provides continuous training for volunteers
Advertises all Special Education Parent Involvement activities through a variety of media
Communicates with parents via department newsletter and/or website
Serves as liaison between the local school and parents of kids with disabilities; initiates and responds to parent phone calls, emails, and written correspondence related to Parent Involvement and/or supporting students with disabilities
Participates in early release conferences, assisting parents with the understanding of progress reports, school progress reports, and report cards
Calculates and keeps accurate data on parental involvement and parent contacts
Submits all required GaDOE/Special Education documentation to SEC office in a timely manner
Monitors and maintains records required by special education
Conducts professional learning sessions with staff to improve parent involvement
Collaborates with all staff regularly to coordinate meetings/workshops for parents
Conducts written and oral surveys of parent needs
Conducts program evaluations of the parent activities offered by the district/SEC; serves as a liaison between school and community for parent involvement purposes
Assists parents in accessing community resources
Develops partnerships with other social agencies
Serves as a resource to PTA; attends regularly scheduled meetings/professional learning as determined by the SEC Department
Performs other SEC duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Certification/Licensure
None required
Experience Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an educational or social services environment; applicant must be a parent of a child with a disability who is receiving or has previously received special education related services through an IEP
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of No Child Left Behind Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Act
Ability to plan, organize, manage, and implement successful programs
Must display strong interpersonal and public relation skills
Ability to relate/interact with various cultures and social groups
Ability to solicit resources for district needs
Must exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive student and parent information
Must be computer literate
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Physical Demands
Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment
Posting ID: 32915
It is the policy of the Fulton County School System 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. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585. TTY 1-800-255-0135.
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role at
Fulton County Schools
Category: Support Staff
Job Function: Support Staff
Department: Exceptional Children - Z1 - Z4
Summary
Provides support to parents and schools by implementing policies and coordinating programs to support students with disabilities
Essential Duties
Selects and purchases appropriate materials for parent check‑out
Develops and maintains a Parent Library and provides suggestions to parents regarding appropriate materials that meet their needs
Assists parents with the understanding of IDEA, Parent Rights and Responsibilities, and building a strong home/school partnership
Creates opportunities to involve all parents in the education of their child
Coordinates academic‑based learning opportunities/workshops for parents at flexible times
Organizes volunteer program; recruits and provides continuous training for volunteers
Advertises all Special Education Parent Involvement activities through a variety of media
Communicates with parents via department newsletter and/or website
Serves as liaison between the local school and parents of kids with disabilities; initiates and responds to parent phone calls, emails, and written correspondence related to Parent Involvement and/or supporting students with disabilities
Participates in early release conferences, assisting parents with the understanding of progress reports, school progress reports, and report cards
Calculates and keeps accurate data on parental involvement and parent contacts
Submits all required GaDOE/Special Education documentation to SEC office in a timely manner
Monitors and maintains records required by special education
Conducts professional learning sessions with staff to improve parent involvement
Collaborates with all staff regularly to coordinate meetings/workshops for parents
Conducts written and oral surveys of parent needs
Conducts program evaluations of the parent activities offered by the district/SEC; serves as a liaison between school and community for parent involvement purposes
Assists parents in accessing community resources
Develops partnerships with other social agencies
Serves as a resource to PTA; attends regularly scheduled meetings/professional learning as determined by the SEC Department
Performs other SEC duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Certification/Licensure
None required
Experience Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an educational or social services environment; applicant must be a parent of a child with a disability who is receiving or has previously received special education related services through an IEP
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of No Child Left Behind Act and the Individuals with Disabilities Act
Ability to plan, organize, manage, and implement successful programs
Must display strong interpersonal and public relation skills
Ability to relate/interact with various cultures and social groups
Ability to solicit resources for district needs
Must exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive student and parent information
Must be computer literate
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Physical Demands
Routine physical activity associated with normal office environment
Posting ID: 32915
It is the policy of the Fulton County School System 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. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585. TTY 1-800-255-0135.
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