Parent Liaison

The Parent Liaison is a ten (10) month contractual employee paid in twenty-six (26) equal biweekly installments. This role requires annual ratification by Chief and Band Council and operates under the direction of School Administration.

Reporting directly to the Principal, the Parent Liaison Worker supports positive relationships between the school, families, and the community by providing information, facilitating communication, and assisting parents in accessing school and community services.

The Parent Liaison shall:

• Parent & Family Support


• Provide parents/guardians with information regarding school procedures, policies, and programs


• Explain the roles of administrators and school staff to families


• Assist parents in understanding school expectations and supports available


• Communication & Outreach


• Serve as a primary contact person for parents with questions regarding school services, activities, and events


• Contact parents as required to support student success and engagement


• Facilitate clear, respectful, and timely communication between school and home


• Plan parent engagement activities


• Community Connections & Resource Support


• Provide information to families about community resources and supports available in Prince Albert and surrounding areas


• Assist parents in accessing school, community, and external services


• Home & Community Engagement


• Conduct home visits, as appropriate and directed, to support student attendance, engagement, and well-being


• Build trusting relationships with families to encourage participation in school activities


• Transportation & Access Support


• Coordinate transportation arrangements for parents/guardians when required to support attendance at school meetings or events


• School & Extracurricular Involvement


• Plan and support/participate in school events and extracurricular activities


• Assist in promoting parent engagement opportunities within the school

Qualifications:

• Experience working with families, youth, or community programs


• Knowledge of local community services and supports (asset)


• Experience working in a school or education setting (asset)


• Strong communication skills and ability to engage families


• Clean Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check


• First Aid/CPR certification (asset)


• Clean driver’s license/abstract (asset)