Boston Public Schools
Family Engagement Facilitator (SY25-26)
Boston Public Schools, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Family Engagement Facilitator (SY25-26)
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Boston Public Schools
Founded in 1647, Boston Public Schools (BPS) is the oldest public school district in the country. With approximately 57,000 students from over 114 different countries, and nearly 9,000 employees (including 4,800 teachers), BPS is the largest school district in Massachusetts and one of the most diverse as well.
The BPS vision for engagement is that every school will welcome every family and every student, actively engaging them in student learning and school improvement. The Office of Engagement (OOE) aims to build capacity for authentic and effective partnerships among students, families, schools, and the community to ensure student readiness and achievement from pre-entry to post-graduation.
We seek collaborative, outcomes-oriented Family Engagement Facilitators to lead district-wide family engagement initiatives with BPS school staff. Facilitators will serve as catalysts to improve practices around the roles of families and students in education, positively impacting attitudes, school culture, performance, and student outcomes.
Responsibilities include developing effective engagement strategies, facilitating their implementation, and providing professional development aligned with district standards. Proven strategies include Academic Parent-Teacher Teams, Parent-Teacher Home Visits, student-led conferences, and structured conversations.
The ideal candidate will have a successful track record in education, strong project management, coaching, and training skills, and a passion for family engagement that accelerates student learning. They should have deep knowledge of engagement research and practices, experience using data for improvement, and facilitation skills for professional learning.
Facilitators will collaborate with various district offices and community groups to meet federal and state engagement requirements and support leadership development in parent and student groups.
Qualifications - Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Passion for family engagement
At least 3 years of relevant experience in an urban public education setting
Experience as a teacher leader, mentor, coach, or leading engagement efforts
Ability to influence without direct authority
Experience using engagement to improve outcomes
Strong facilitation and project management skills
Data-driven and results-oriented
Excellent communication skills and cultural proficiency
Proficiency with MS Office and online tools
Availability to work some evenings and weekends
Qualifications - Preferred:
Master’s degree
More than 4 years of relevant experience
Experience within Boston Public Schools
Bilingual in district languages
Humor, diplomacy, and teamwork skills
Terms: Managerial, 12 months, C43
Boston Public Schools adheres to nondiscrimination policies and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For ADA accommodations, contact accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.
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Family Engagement Facilitator (SY25-26)
role at
Boston Public Schools
Founded in 1647, Boston Public Schools (BPS) is the oldest public school district in the country. With approximately 57,000 students from over 114 different countries, and nearly 9,000 employees (including 4,800 teachers), BPS is the largest school district in Massachusetts and one of the most diverse as well.
The BPS vision for engagement is that every school will welcome every family and every student, actively engaging them in student learning and school improvement. The Office of Engagement (OOE) aims to build capacity for authentic and effective partnerships among students, families, schools, and the community to ensure student readiness and achievement from pre-entry to post-graduation.
We seek collaborative, outcomes-oriented Family Engagement Facilitators to lead district-wide family engagement initiatives with BPS school staff. Facilitators will serve as catalysts to improve practices around the roles of families and students in education, positively impacting attitudes, school culture, performance, and student outcomes.
Responsibilities include developing effective engagement strategies, facilitating their implementation, and providing professional development aligned with district standards. Proven strategies include Academic Parent-Teacher Teams, Parent-Teacher Home Visits, student-led conferences, and structured conversations.
The ideal candidate will have a successful track record in education, strong project management, coaching, and training skills, and a passion for family engagement that accelerates student learning. They should have deep knowledge of engagement research and practices, experience using data for improvement, and facilitation skills for professional learning.
Facilitators will collaborate with various district offices and community groups to meet federal and state engagement requirements and support leadership development in parent and student groups.
Qualifications - Required:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Passion for family engagement
At least 3 years of relevant experience in an urban public education setting
Experience as a teacher leader, mentor, coach, or leading engagement efforts
Ability to influence without direct authority
Experience using engagement to improve outcomes
Strong facilitation and project management skills
Data-driven and results-oriented
Excellent communication skills and cultural proficiency
Proficiency with MS Office and online tools
Availability to work some evenings and weekends
Qualifications - Preferred:
Master’s degree
More than 4 years of relevant experience
Experience within Boston Public Schools
Bilingual in district languages
Humor, diplomacy, and teamwork skills
Terms: Managerial, 12 months, C43
Boston Public Schools adheres to nondiscrimination policies and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For ADA accommodations, contact accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.
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