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Position Information Position Number: 8102698 Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Off-Campus/Remote Department Name: School of Education Location Code: School of Education (02300A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Job Description The Parent Coordinator plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and engaging environment for parents and guardians through the Sustainable Community School Initiative at Gale Elementary School. This position focuses on connecting families to school and community activities and resources, coordinating adult education programs, and building and developing relationships with organizations and individuals that support parent engagement. Guided by the
Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Pillars and Principles , the Parent Coordinator advances equity, authentic engagement, and a whole‑child approach to support student and family success through culturally relevant and inclusive initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and family‑friendly environment that honors racial justice, equity, and cultural relevance.
Recruit and serve as the primary contact for parent and community programming and build strong, trusting relationships with parents, community members, and school staff.
Plan, coordinate, and manage adult programming, workshops, and events that promote lifelong learning and community engagement aligned with high‑quality teaching principles.
Identify and generate opportunities for wrap‑around supports, resources, and opportunities.
Support parent participation with and support the SCS Leadership Team.
Maintain accurate attendance records for all parent and community programming in Cityspan.
Work with the school administration and staff to review and build programs based on appropriate data, including surveys, CIWP, etc.
Assist parents in taking ownership of parts of the needs assessment and identifying opportunities for recruiting additional parent leaders.
Engage parents in attending and leading professional development opportunities, including SCS professional development days and the SCS Summer Institute.
Support the dissemination and publicity of school and community engagement successes to build community pride and transparency.
Participate in regular meetings with the SCS Coordinator, school administration, LPA manager, and the SCS Team.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Effective communication and organizing skills.
Experience in one or more of the following fields: social work, community organizing, urban public education, project management, adult education, with education, training, or certification in at least one area.
Ability to build relationships and organize people, resources, and programs that are rooted in equity and inclusion.
Proven ability to develop, manage, and evaluate community‑based programs for diverse constituencies.
Knowledge/experience with the school and its community.
Bilingual/bicultural in Spanish and English preferred.
The Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Pillars and Principles
Engaging, Culturally Relevant, and Challenging Curricula: Supporting families’ understanding and involvement in high-quality, meaningful learning experiences.
Emphasis on High-Quality Teaching over High-Stakes Testing: Promoting environments where teaching excellence and student growth are prioritized.
Wrap-Around Supports and Opportunities: Ensuring students and families access comprehensive resources beyond academics.
Positive Discipline Practices, including Restorative Justice: Advocating for fair, respectful, and restorative approaches to behavior.
Authentic Parent and Community Engagement: Empowering families as genuine partners and leaders in the school community.
Inclusive School Leadership: Supporting collaborative decision-making that reflects diverse voices.
The Sustainable Community School Initiative Principles
Racial Justice & Equity
Transparency & Trusting Relationships
Self-Determination and Governance
Building from Community Strengths, Wisdom, and Data/Best Practice/Evidence
Shared Leadership and Collaboration
Reflective Learning Culture
Whole Child Approach to Education
Minimum Education and Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
At least two to three years of related experience preferred.
Additional education or experience may be required by department program.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Similar tools for word processing and spreadsheet creation
Additional Information Position Maximum Salary: $60,000/ann Position Minimum Salary: $55,000/ann Open Date: 12/01/2025
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, Loyola University Chicago seeks candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. For more information, visit
www.luc.edu/mission/
and
www.luc.edu/transformativeed .
Loyola University Chicago is a leading Jesuit, Catholic university committed to community engagement and sustainability.
Loyola adheres to all applicable civil rights laws and prohibits discrimination. For more details, see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
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PROGRAM COORDINATOR
role at
Loyola University Chicago
Position Information Position Number: 8102698 Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Off-Campus/Remote Department Name: School of Education Location Code: School of Education (02300A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Job Description The Parent Coordinator plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and engaging environment for parents and guardians through the Sustainable Community School Initiative at Gale Elementary School. This position focuses on connecting families to school and community activities and resources, coordinating adult education programs, and building and developing relationships with organizations and individuals that support parent engagement. Guided by the
Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Pillars and Principles , the Parent Coordinator advances equity, authentic engagement, and a whole‑child approach to support student and family success through culturally relevant and inclusive initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and family‑friendly environment that honors racial justice, equity, and cultural relevance.
Recruit and serve as the primary contact for parent and community programming and build strong, trusting relationships with parents, community members, and school staff.
Plan, coordinate, and manage adult programming, workshops, and events that promote lifelong learning and community engagement aligned with high‑quality teaching principles.
Identify and generate opportunities for wrap‑around supports, resources, and opportunities.
Support parent participation with and support the SCS Leadership Team.
Maintain accurate attendance records for all parent and community programming in Cityspan.
Work with the school administration and staff to review and build programs based on appropriate data, including surveys, CIWP, etc.
Assist parents in taking ownership of parts of the needs assessment and identifying opportunities for recruiting additional parent leaders.
Engage parents in attending and leading professional development opportunities, including SCS professional development days and the SCS Summer Institute.
Support the dissemination and publicity of school and community engagement successes to build community pride and transparency.
Participate in regular meetings with the SCS Coordinator, school administration, LPA manager, and the SCS Team.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Effective communication and organizing skills.
Experience in one or more of the following fields: social work, community organizing, urban public education, project management, adult education, with education, training, or certification in at least one area.
Ability to build relationships and organize people, resources, and programs that are rooted in equity and inclusion.
Proven ability to develop, manage, and evaluate community‑based programs for diverse constituencies.
Knowledge/experience with the school and its community.
Bilingual/bicultural in Spanish and English preferred.
The Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) Pillars and Principles
Engaging, Culturally Relevant, and Challenging Curricula: Supporting families’ understanding and involvement in high-quality, meaningful learning experiences.
Emphasis on High-Quality Teaching over High-Stakes Testing: Promoting environments where teaching excellence and student growth are prioritized.
Wrap-Around Supports and Opportunities: Ensuring students and families access comprehensive resources beyond academics.
Positive Discipline Practices, including Restorative Justice: Advocating for fair, respectful, and restorative approaches to behavior.
Authentic Parent and Community Engagement: Empowering families as genuine partners and leaders in the school community.
Inclusive School Leadership: Supporting collaborative decision-making that reflects diverse voices.
The Sustainable Community School Initiative Principles
Racial Justice & Equity
Transparency & Trusting Relationships
Self-Determination and Governance
Building from Community Strengths, Wisdom, and Data/Best Practice/Evidence
Shared Leadership and Collaboration
Reflective Learning Culture
Whole Child Approach to Education
Minimum Education and Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
At least two to three years of related experience preferred.
Additional education or experience may be required by department program.
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Similar tools for word processing and spreadsheet creation
Additional Information Position Maximum Salary: $60,000/ann Position Minimum Salary: $55,000/ann Open Date: 12/01/2025
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, Loyola University Chicago seeks candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. For more information, visit
www.luc.edu/mission/
and
www.luc.edu/transformativeed .
Loyola University Chicago is a leading Jesuit, Catholic university committed to community engagement and sustainability.
Loyola adheres to all applicable civil rights laws and prohibits discrimination. For more details, see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
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