What are the responsibilities and job description for the 9 Month Family and Community Engagement Liaison 1.0 FTE 26-27 SY position at Tempe Union High School District?
Department: Teaching & Learning
Reports to: Native American Education Program Coordinator, with District collaboration from the Director of Federal Programs
Term: 9 Months
Full time: 40 hours per week
Position Summary
The Family & Community Engagement Liaison supports student attendance, engagement, and academic persistence through proactive communication and collaboration between the school, families, and community partners. This position works closely with site administration, counseling staff, and program leadership to strengthen student connection to school and reduce barriers to graduation.
This role may provide services across multiple comprehensive high school campuses as assigned. In addition, the Liaison provides support for structured academic environments such as the Momentum Room and assists with culturally enriched and project-based learning initiatives. The Liaison utilizes trauma-informed and strengths-based practices to foster safe, supportive learning environments that promote student resilience, accountability, and positive relationships. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support family engagement events and community-based activities.
Training And Experience
An Equal Opportunity Employer: Tempe Union High School District is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, marital status, religion, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or socioeconomic status. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title VII, Title IX may be referred to the Director of Student Affairs and District Safety, and Section 504 may be referred to the Section 504 Coordinator, 500 West Guadalupe Road, Tempe Arizona 85283-3599, (480) 839-0292. In accordance with Arizona law and Governing Board Policy, Tempe Union High School District is a smoke-free, tobacco-free work environment.
Reports to: Native American Education Program Coordinator, with District collaboration from the Director of Federal Programs
Term: 9 Months
Full time: 40 hours per week
Position Summary
The Family & Community Engagement Liaison supports student attendance, engagement, and academic persistence through proactive communication and collaboration between the school, families, and community partners. This position works closely with site administration, counseling staff, and program leadership to strengthen student connection to school and reduce barriers to graduation.
This role may provide services across multiple comprehensive high school campuses as assigned. In addition, the Liaison provides support for structured academic environments such as the Momentum Room and assists with culturally enriched and project-based learning initiatives. The Liaison utilizes trauma-informed and strengths-based practices to foster safe, supportive learning environments that promote student resilience, accountability, and positive relationships. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required to support family engagement events and community-based activities.
Training And Experience
- High School Diploma required.
- Experience working with high school-aged students is preferred.
- Previous experience in student engagement, community outreach, or school support roles preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed practices in educational settings preferred.
- Bilingual skills preferred; fluency in Spanish or an Indigenous language is highly desirable.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Valid Arizona Driver's License.
- Ability to provide own transportation and proof of insurance.
- Valid Class I DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler's Card after hire.
- Ability to obtain certification to operate a district white fleet vehicle (white bus) for student transportation, as required based on assignment.
An Equal Opportunity Employer: Tempe Union High School District is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, marital status, religion, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or socioeconomic status. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title VII, Title IX may be referred to the Director of Student Affairs and District Safety, and Section 504 may be referred to the Section 504 Coordinator, 500 West Guadalupe Road, Tempe Arizona 85283-3599, (480) 839-0292. In accordance with Arizona law and Governing Board Policy, Tempe Union High School District is a smoke-free, tobacco-free work environment.