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Parent/Community Engagement Coordinator

Berkeley Charter Education Association · Goose Creek, SC · 2 wk ago
OTHRFull-time

Position Overview

The Parent/Community Engagement Coordinator leads strategic family and community partnerships to strengthen enrollment stability, student engagement, and school visibility. This role ensures alignment between the school’s charter mission and its community presence. The Coordinator plays a key role in student recruitment, retention, family communication, and external partnerships.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive family engagement plan.
  • Cook up parent workshops, informational sessions, and engagement events.
  • Coordinate attendance initiatives and family outreach efforts.
  • Establish partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and civic organizations.
  • Represent the school at community events and networking opportunities.
  • Cook up volunteer programs and mentorship opportunities.
  • Support student recruitment initiatives and enrollment campaigns.
  • Aid with lottery events and application support.
  • Develop strategies to improve student retention and family satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with leadership on marketing and outreach strategies.
  • Support social media presence and promotional materials.
  • Ensure messaging reflects charter accountability and academic excellence.
  • Maintain accurate records of outreach efforts and engagement metrics.
  • Support state and charter reporting requirements as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Education, Public Relations, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Experience in school engagement, nonprofit leadership, or community outreach.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of charter school environments and enrollment processes preferred.
  • Ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

Physical Requirements

  • Regularly required to communicate effectively;
  • Sit, stand, walk, and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls;
  • Frequent reaching with hands and arms;
  • Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

  • This position operates in a professional school environment.
  • The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and instructional materials.
  • Noise level is typically moderate, but can be higher during student-centered activities or events.
  • Occasional local travel for school-related functions may be required.

FLSA Classification

This position is classified as [Exempt/Non-Exempt] under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is in accordance with applicable federal and South Carolina labor laws.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Berkeley Charter Education Association and applicable policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Berkeley Charter Education Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace environment and comply fully with the South Carolina Department of Education’s nondiscrimination policies.

Benefits

  • Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents;
  • Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance;
  • Voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage;
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan through Capital Group, with BCEA providing a 100% employer match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation;
  • Access to Ask Bennie, a benefits concierge service that assists employees with benefits questions, provider searches, and claims support.

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