SCS Parent Coordinator

The Parent Coordinator is a key facilitator and relationship-builder for the Sustainable Community Schools (SCS) strategy. This role supports community engagement, shared leadership, strategic planning, and compliance for school- and community-based programming. The Coordinator centers equity, collaborates with diverse stakeholders (parents, youth, educators, staff, and community partners), and ensures that resources align with a shared school-community vision.

• Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools and local community-based organizations.
• Additional language skills reflective of the community served.
• Experience with restorative practices, culturally sustaining pedagogy, and/or wraparound service coordination.
• Familiarity with Cityspan or similar data systems. Facilitate ongoing community studies to map school and neighborhood assets, needs, leaders, and opportunities with the school community.
• Build and sustain authentic, trusting relationships with all community members, centering voices historically excluded from decision-making.
• Organize and facilitate regular opportunities for the community to learn about, participate in, and shape the SCS strategy.
• Co-design outreach strategies with the Leadership Team to engage at least 75% of each stakeholder group (youth, parents, educators, community).
• Maintain timely and accurate attendance records for all programs, including:
  • Program rosters; paper attendance forms and sign-in sheets
  • Electronic attendance tracking/data entry in Cityspan
• Develop and implement a procedure to ensure all instructors submit attendance on time; collect attendance regularly and ensure compliance.
• Manage timesheets, check requests, check distribution, and reimbursements for all SCS staff and instructors.
• Adhere to payment schedules for timely submittal of check requests.
• Follow all CPS Policies and Procedures and applicable funder requirements.
• Deep commitment to racial justice, equity, and community-led decision-making.
• Proven experience in community organizing, youth development, education, or related fields.
• Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and innovate.
• Committed to collaboration, problem-solving, and building a strong team.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
• Must pass CPS Background Check.