Parent Liaison – Bucks Hill Elementary School

Overview

Parent Liaison – Bucks Hill Elementary School Jobs in Waterbury, USA at Waterbury Public Schools

Position Type:
Community Services/Parent Liaison

Date Posted:
3/20/2026

Location:
Bucks Hill Elementary School

Date Available:
Immediately After Hire

Closing Date:
Until Position is Filled
Waterbury Public Schools

JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Parent Liaison

DEPARTMENT:
Various

INCUMBENT NAME:
Grant

BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION:
UPSEU-69

REPORTS TO:
Title I Teacher, the Principal of the school, Parent Coordinator and Title I Administrators.

FLSA DESIGNATION:
Non-Exempt; 10 months; 35 hours per week; some weekend and evening hours required.

Note:

This is a union, grant funded position with benefits that exists as long as funds are available. $20.97 per hour

PART I – SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

This class is accountable for providing parent outreach services that will benefit Title I students and their families for the District.

PART II – MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

General Experience:

High School Diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate and three (3) years of full-time employment or equivalent work that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

Substitutions Allowed:

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years for an Associate’s degree.

Special Requirements:

Must have residence in the school attendance area or familiarity with attendance concerns in the school area.

Must be available during school hours and some evenings.

Must be able to attend District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) meetings on state, regional and national levels if funds are available.

Must implement at least five (5) parent information sessions.

B. CREDENTIALS:

C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current Motor Vehicle Class D Operator’s License.

D. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Incumbents in this class are expected to be trained in and be current in all aspects of the program.

E. KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

:

• Knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and Board policies and District procedures;
• Knowledge of the similarities and differences between cognitive, communicative, physical, social, and emotional needs of students and the factors that influence these different needs;
• Knowledge of and respect for the diverse backgrounds (cultural, linguistic, environmental) of students and how these characteristics affect the student’s life and learning;
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI);
• Written and verbal communication skills;
• Interpersonal and social skills;
• Ability to assist and reinforce elements that support a safe, healthy, and effective teaching and learning environment;
• Ability to be sensitive and respectful in communications regarding all children and families, regardless of differences in cultural heritage, lifestyle, values, and home environment;
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students;
• Ability to follow oral and written direction of licensed teachers, seeking clarification as needed;
• Ability to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances;
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prioritize multiple tasks;
• Ability to participate as a member of the educational team when requested to attend conferences with families or primary caregivers, with an understanding of some of the concerns of parents;
• Ability to problem-solve;
• Ability to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: proficiency reading, speaking, and writing, in English and the target language;
• Ability to use ethical practices for confidential communication about students;
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students and their families and other external stakeholders;
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

PART III – POSITION SUPERVISES:

None

PART IV – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all…

Title: Parent Liaison – Bucks Hill Elementary School

Company: Waterbury Public Schools

Location: Waterbury, USA

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