At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage parents in their children's education and develop family-friendly school programs.
- Company: Join a supportive school district focused on community and family involvement.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Empower families and enhance student achievement in a vibrant school environment.
- Qualifications: High school diploma, bilingual in English/Spanish, and a passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 23.27 - 23.27 £ per hour.
2026 - 2027 Parent Outreach Assistant (Full-time, 10-month) (Multiple Vacancies) Bilingual Required Job ID: 1330
- Location:
Reading School District - 2026 - 2027 School Year Openings
- Rate of Pay: $23.27/hr
- Reports To
- Building Principal
- Position Goal
To assist the Principal with activities to engage parents in the educational process of their children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Other duties may be assigned. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following fundamental duties:
- Help the school develop a family-friendly school climate.
- Develop programs and activities designed to engage families in improving student achievement.
- Help teachers and other staff members develop strong partnerships with families and enhance communication between parents and families and the school staff.
- Develop and implement effective family involvement strategies and activities to empower students and their families.
- Take part in opportunities for professional development.
- Participate in and support school and district activities and programs for families.
- Help to recruit community partners to become part of the school and district's family involvement program.
- Make home visits and telephone calls to parents as deemed necessary by building administrator.
- Perform other parent involvement activities as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.
This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and management may revise it at any time.
- SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- None
- QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or its equivalent.
Knowledge of parenting goals.
Understanding of socioeconomic class and cultural backgrounds of families and how to interpret culture of school to them.
Ability to think and act in ways that respect ethnic, cultural, and linguistic diversity.
Knowledge and experience as an assistant or other voluntary experience in school building.
Bilingual – English/Spanish required.
- LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Ability to follow written and verbal direction.
- Ability to read, write and do simple computations.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- REASONING ABILITY
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks.
- Ability to work under supervision and make appropriate work-related decisions.
- OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Must be courteous and able to deal effectively with people.
- Must be cooperative, congenial and service-oriented.
- Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to organize classroom setting to efficiently accomplish tasks.
- Basic typing of form letters.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk/table for limited periods of time.
Stand for limited/extended periods of time.
The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach and grasp.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
As per terms and conditions set forth in the contract between the School District of Reading and the Reading Educational Support Personnel Association.
- Prepared By: J. Madueno Rev. 11/05 TC Rev: 06/06 C. Mc
- Cann Rev: 10/09 J. Madueno
2026 - 2027 Parent Outreach Assistant (Full-time, 10-month) (Multiple Vacancies) Bilingual Required in Reading employer: Reading School District
The Reading School District is an exceptional employer that prioritises a collaborative and positive work environment, ensuring that all staff feel valued and supported. With a strong commitment to professional development and employee growth opportunities, the district fosters a culture of continuous learning and improvement, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Reading, this role offers the chance to contribute to the safety and comfort of students and staff while enjoying a fulfilling career in facilities management.
