Job Details

Education Support Professionals - ESP/Classified - Community & Social Service

Job Number 200#######

Start Date

Open Date 09/29/2025

Closing Date

TITLE I FAMILY ENGAGEMENT MENTOR
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of the Title I Director while receiving direction/guidance from the Accountability/FACE Specialist, the Family Engagement Mentor will work with Title I sites to increase family engagement in the education of their children; support school staff in their work with children, families, and the surrounding school community; develop, coordinate, and implement various programs and activities related to the needs of school sites, children, and families; support and meet program goals and objectives in the areas of family and community engagement and education. Incumbent performs related work as required.
EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists school-site and district departments in planning and implementing family and community engagement programs; trains sites, which will include both classified and certified staff, on authentic family engagement strategies; supports site staff to promote education support programs and provide on-going channels of communication for participants, families, and the community; assists sites to develop and conduct family education workshops and resource presentations; assists in the participation of local business communities in identifying and developing programs. Assists the Accountability/FACE Specialist in providing teacher professional learning opportunities when applicable. Participates in school site family engagement events.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

1. Equivalent to a two year degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis on education, business administration, management, human development and Family Studies, or a related field;

AND

1. Minimum of Two (2) years' experience working with parents and/or staff in a school setting or community

Knowledge of: Coaching adults, school and district organizational structure and functioning, family and/or community engagement, district and community resources as related to the position.

Skill at: Communicating effectively with education personnel, families, and various agencies and programs; organization; recognizing and appreciating cultural differences and maintaining respect for culturally diverse backgrounds; participating in and conducting meetings; problem solving; maintaining confidentiality of information and accurate records; interpreting and explaining district policies and procedures as they relate to the position; preparing and giving accurate written and/or oral reports and reviewing and interpreting the reports of others; and maintaining constructive relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licenses/Certificates: None Required.

Special Considerations: Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule that may include attending evening school events.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Site(s) Title I

Internal Job Number 2025-26-E256385

Salary

Grade 21

Schedule A $21.44 (entry step)
Schedule B $25.78 (entry step)

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) ###-####.