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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Athletic Coach-Middle School

JobID: 3913

Position Type:
  Athletics/Athletic Coach


Date Posted:
  9/15/2021


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title: 
Athletic Coach
 
Location: 
New Haven Public Schools
 
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes.
State of CT Coaching Permit (Module 15) Concussion Management/CPR and First Aid

New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D

*Will be paid via a coaching stipend.   
For more information, contact Erik Patchkofsky at Erik.Patchkofsky@new-haven.k12.ct.us
New Haven Public Schools




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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Athletic Coach - High School

JobID: 5057

Position Type:
  Athletics/Athletic Coach


Date Posted:
  8/30/2022


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title: 
Athletic Coach
 
Location: 
New Haven Public Schools
 
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes.
State of CT Coaching Permit (Module 15) Concussion Management/CPR and First Aid

New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D

*Will be paid via a coaching stipend.   
For more information, contact Erik Patchkofsky at Erik.Patchkofsky@new-haven.k12.ct.us
New Haven Public Schools




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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Athletic Official (Part-time)

JobID: 3390

Position Type:
  Athletics/Athletic Official


Date Posted:
  7/7/2021


Location:
  Itinerant


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ATHLETIC OFFICIAL 
 
REPORTS TO: Athletics Department 
 
POSITION SUMMARY: Provide support in various capacities during athletic events based on the sport and season. 
 

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 
Candidates will be required to do one of the following as applicable to sport, season and/or location: 
 
* Announcer: announce the plays of games 
 
* Chain crew: manages signal poles on one of the sidelines during football games and signals the official’s decision 
 
* Clock operator: responsible for keeping the time of game 
 
* Facilitator/Meet supervision: monitor the games/Track & Field meet to ensure that everything is in order; responsible for reporting activities to the Athletics Director; sing-in officials and game workers and submit athletic payroll to Athletics department for their school or event in charge of 
 
* Ticket seller: responsible for the cash box and selling of tickets for an athletic event 
 
* Ticket Taker: responsible for taking/ripping of tickets form spectators before entering an athletic event 
 
* Utility worker: responsible for crowd control, monitor doors and athletic areas, ensure locker room doors are locked/unlocked for team(s) and monitor areas, set up/prepare concession stands, loading and sounding of canon during football games, set up/breakdown of game locations 
 
* Scorer: keep record of scores in book for the team assigned to or school 
 
* Starter: responsible for the sound off/shot of the pistol and ensure all runners receive a fair and equal start for the track/field meets 
 
* Video: responsible for video recording game footage for coaches 
 
* Photographer: responsible for taking all athletic event photos for fall, winter and spring seasons 
 
* Field event official: responsible for judging the various events for the track/field meet 
 
 
 
JOB REQUIREMENTS: 
 
* Must be available for scheduled athletic games 
 
 
 
UNION AFFILIATION: N/A 
 
 
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-Time based on duration of sport and season. Rate is in accordance with approved part-time job category, sport, season, location and duties. 
 
 
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered for opportunities for the 2024-2025 school year, all internal and external applicants must submit a completed New Haven Public Schools online application. 
 
 
 
NOTE: Position subject to available funding. Additional responsibilities and expectations are specific to work site and/or content area. Required training and professional development sessions are included in the weekly hours, not in addition to. New Haven Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. The description should not be construed as a complete listing of all duties or as a contract. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the Superintendent of Schools.





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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Bilingual Teacher (K-12) - 2 vacancies

JobID: 5286

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Bilingual


Date Posted:
  2/26/2025


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title:
Teacher- Bilingual, Itinerant
 
Location: TBD
New Haven Public Schools
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.
Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
$49,283 - $102,797
 
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain certification as required and established by Connecticut State Statutes. 902/111
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.
 
New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D




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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Physical Education Teacher (PreK-8)

JobID: 5774

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Physical Education


Date Posted:
  7/10/2024


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title: 
Teacher- Physical Education Pre-K - 8
 
Location:
New Haven Public Schools 
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.

Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
$49,283 - $102,797
 
Certification Requirements:
044 Certification Physical Education or 043 Health Certification.
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes.
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.
 
New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D




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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Physical Education/Health Teacher (PreK-8)

JobID: 5956

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Physical Education


Date Posted:
  1/24/2025


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title: 
Teacher- Physical Education & Health Pre-K-8
 
Location:
New Haven Public Schools 
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.

Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
$49,283 - $102,797
 
Certification Requirements:
044 Certification Physical Education required, 043 Health Certification preferred with 044 certification
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes.
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.
 
New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D




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Openings as of 3/13/2025

School Psychologist (7 vacancies)

JobID: 4712

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Psychologist


Date Posted:
  2/24/2025


Location:
  Itinerant


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


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Job Title: 
Teacher - School Psychologist 
 
Location:
New Haven Public Schools
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.

Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
24-25 School Year: $49,283 - $102,797
 
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes.
School Psychology Certification (070)
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.
 
New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D


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Openings as of 3/13/2025

Social Worker (K-12) - 2 vacancies

JobID: 5963

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Social Worker


Date Posted:
  2/7/2025


Location:
  Itinerant


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School Social Worker (Bilingual Preferred but not required)

Location:
New Haven Public Schools
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.

Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
$49,283 - $102,797
 
REPORTS TO:
Supervisor of Social Work
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
New Haven Public School Social Workers address the psychological and social well-being of students, ranging from elementary school to high school students and beyond. They provide information, counseling and support to students, parents and school staff by working collaboratively to problem solve.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
• Integrated intervention efforts that emphasize primary prevention
• Early screening and intervention: Observations, collaboration with school staff, Parental Contact
• Approaches to intervention that target multiple risk factors in home, school, and community settings and involve parents, teachers, and administrators
• Counseling services to IEP and regular education students
• Crisis intervention
• Development of IEP: Goals, objectives, present levels
• Participant at PPT meetings
• Collaboration with community agencies
• Support to parents/guardians
• Medicaid Billing
• Support to Culture and Climate as member to such school wide systems: PBIS, SSST, SPMT, Restorative Practices facilitator
• Approaches that seek to improve individual and system factors contributing to academic success: Collaboration and planning with teachers and other related school staff members
• Classroom Lessons: Second Step, Social Skills, Mindfulness, etc.
• Staff Presentations: DCF training, SEL, IDEA related topics, etc.
• Develops and Facilitates Social Skills Groups: self-esteem, anger management, executive functioning skills, etc.
• Works closely with building administrators: Leadership team member, crisis team leader, etc.
• Conducting Evaluation: Initials, Re-evaluations, Annuals, FBA’s and BIP’s
• Data-informed decision making and intervention fidelity
• Have the knowledge of and comply with local, state, and federal mandates related to informed consent, privacy and confidentiality, and access to records within the context of legal and ethical rights of minors and parents.
CERTIFICATION / ENDORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Masters Degree in Social Work, Connecticut Certification in Social Work (071)
 
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  10 Month work year. Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
 
EVALUATION: 
 
NOTE:  The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.  The description shall not be construed as a complete listing of all duties or a contract.  In all cases, these relationships, functions, and applications are subject to change by the Superintendent of Schools.




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Special Education Teacher, Itinerant (multiple vacancies)

JobID: 5712

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Special Education


Date Posted:
  5/31/2024


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title:
Teacher- Special Education, Itinerant
  
Location:
New Haven Public Schools
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
24-25 School Year: $49,283 - $102,797

Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.
 
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a Special Education certification as required and established by Connecticut State Statutes.
Special Education: Comprehensive Grades K-12 Certification (165).
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.

New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D




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Speech and Hearing Pathologist (Multiple vacancies)

JobID: 1236

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/Speech Pathologist


Date Posted:
  5/3/2023


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title: 
Speech Pathologist 
 
Location:
New Haven Public Schools
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.

Salary contingent on degree and years of experince:
24-25 School Year: $49,283 - $102,797
 
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes.
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.

Masters Degree in Communication Disorders  
 
New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D




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Openings as of 3/13/2025

World Languages Teacher

JobID: 4982

Position Type:
  Certified Teacher/World Languages


Date Posted:
  10/11/2022


Location:
  Itinerant


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Job Title:
Teacher- World Languages (24-25 SY)
Spanish - French - Italian - Arabic - Chinese - Japanese
 
Location:
New Haven Public Schools
 
Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers
New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.
 
Salary contingent on degree and years of experience:
24-25 School Year: $49,283 - $102,797

Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain certification as required and established by Connecticut State Statutes.
Spanish (023), French (018), Italian (020) Other world language (024)
For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate.
 
New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
 
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
 
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child – the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
 
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
 
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D




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Family Advocate (Head Start)

JobID: 5918

Position Type:
  Non-Instructional


Date Posted:
  10/29/2024


Location:
  Itinerant


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Title:  Family Advocate
 
Reports To:  Family Engagement Coordinator or Head Start Director’s Designee

Position Job Summary:
The Family Advocate (FA) will work as a member of a team whose primary role is to engage all families to partner with us to promote children’s healthy development and school readiness.  The Family Advocate uses knowledge of the principles of family engagement to support families in their roles as their child’s primary educator, encourage parent/child interactions that promote children’s school readiness and healthy development, and enhance family well-being.  In this role, the Family Advocate will provide more intensive and targeted support to families based upon their individualized needs.
 
The Family Advocate will work as part of the program’s broader team to expand family engagement strategies that will create a sense of belonging and shared community among families, with the goal of enhancing the relationships and support that families provide to one another in their shared aspirations for their children and themselves.  The position may involve reassignment of caseload and/or center location as deemed necessary for program operations. The Family Advocate will provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 40 families, communicating with families in an effective format that is most accessible.
 
Job Responsibilities
The Family Advocate’s responsibilities primarily fall within the following core functions, although s/he may perform other tasks based upon program needs:
1. Promote Family Environments that Enhance Children’s Development
2. Support Families to Meet Self-Identified Goals and Needs
3. Engage Families to Support One Another
4. Enhance Program Collaboration
5. Maintain Accurate and Timely Record Keeping and Reporting
 
PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTS THAT ENHANCE CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENT
Engage families as partners in their children’s healthy development and school readiness.
 
1. Participate in outreach, recruitment and attendance follow up activities to engage families in our program; and to motivate their active participation
2. Engage families in the Family Partnership Agreement process in order to build relationships and shared accountability for promoting children’s development
3. Individualize family engagement and relationship-building to be appropriate to families’ cultural context, as well as respectful of family circumstances.
4. Conduct a minimum of two in-person visits with the family in their home or a location of their choice annually
5. Support active supervision within the site and classrooms
6. Support the classroom, as needed
7. Engage families in individualized, in home and group experiences to enhance parent/child interactions that research shows foster school readiness through consistent family routines, positive guidance and discipline, experience rich home environments and literacy activities
8. Utilize in-classroom time and home visits to build deeper understanding of the relationship between children’s development and their home environments; as well as to model and coach families in positive parent/child interactionS
SUPPORT FAMILIES TO MEET SELF-IDENTIFIED GOALS/NEEDS
Engage in a process of collaborative partnership building based upon supporting relationships with families of children receiving Head Start services.
9. Utilize family self-assessment information to assist families with self-identified goals to enhance self-sufficiency in areas such as education, employment, housing, and access to community resources
10. Provide more intensive weekly face to face or phone contact with vulnerable families on caseload as identified through their self-assessment or family interactions/communication.  Assure that families receive immediate (24-48 hours) support during times of crisis, and assist with referrals to community-based resources to meet their needs
11. Identify and access services and resources responsive to family interests and goals and follow-up with parents to ensure that services met their expectations and needs.
12. Analyze self-sufficiency data and utilize data/results to plan and coordinate a variety of parent cohort groups that allow families to support one another to achieve self-sufficiency goals.
13. Coordinate or refer families to opportunities for continuing education, employment training/services, and housing through formal or informal networking in the community.
ENGAGE FAMILIES TO SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER
Foster a sense of community and sense of belonging among families in order to strengthen social capital
14. Conduct parent group meetings and center-based workshops and activities designed to build social capital and create a welcoming program community committed to family engagement in children’s learning and development
15. Cultivate family leadership and support their advocacy efforts through participation in program governance bodies such as Parent Committee and Policy Council, as well as neighborhood and community based advisory groups
16. Work in conjunction with Center staff and families to plan and conduct a wide variety of family engagement activities that provide opportunities for families to support one another.
 
ENHANCE PROGRAM COLLABORATION
Build relationships that will enhance communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders
 
17. Work side by side with health, education and other members of the family engagement team to support families to be fully engaged in all aspects of our program
18. Establish regular coordination and communication with Health, and Education team members in order to provide more intensive support to families of children with chronic health conditions and special needs, including targeted goal setting, and assistance with building family advocacy skills to navigate community systems of care for their children
19. Work in coordination with Health and ERSEA team members to assure that all children on caseload are up to date on Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) program requirements designated by the Medicaid agency in the State of Connecticut, including receiving timely evaluation and treatment for identified concerns
20. Develop effective communication and collaborative strategies with teaching teams to encourage family engagement in home learning activities, including individualizing activities based upon family interests and children’s developmental status
21. Supports and implements the use of a research-based parenting curriculum that builds upon families’ knowledge
22. Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and family caseload reviews as appropriate
23. Establish and maintain working relationships with community partners to strengthen access to resources and training identified as priority goal areas by families
 
MAINTAIN ACCURATE AND TIMELY RECORD KEEPING AND REPORTING
Effectively manage workload and ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation
 
24. Maintain accurate electronic and hard copy records and case notes to support positive child and family outcomes.
25. Assure that all ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance) information is accurately captured and documented in electronic and hard copy records to ensure 85% ADA is maintained for their caseload
26. Contact families of absent students within 1 hour of the school day and document reason for absence
27. Document efforts to assist families to identify their strengths, needs and self-sufficiency goals through completion of Family Self-Assessment, Family Partnership Agreement, and case notes in real time (24-48 hours)
28. Record, monitor and follow up on referrals for support services  
29. Submit monthly reports by third business day of the following month 
30. Updates all emergency contacts at a minimum twice a year
31. Updates all PIR information on families in the database monthly
Minimum Qualifications:
• An Associate’s Degree (AA) or Baccalaureate Degree (BA) in social work, human services, family services, counseling, or a related field preferred
• A passion for achieving positive child and family outcomes through high quality family engagement
• Experience, training, and skill assisting the parents of young children to advocate for their families
• Ability to effectively community verbally and in writing
• Experience working in low income diverse communities preferred
• Bilingual/Multilingual is an asset
• Pass physical examination, background check, and fingerprinting screen
• Computer literacy in email, word processing and internet navigation
Salary and Terms of Employment: 10-month work year Local 3429 BOE Paraprofessionals, Group 2  ($36,148)
 
Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education’s policy on evaluation of personnel and the Head Start Program Performance Standards guided by the Family Advocate Success Rubric
 
NOTE:  The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.  The description shall not be construed as a complete listing of all duties or a contract.  In all cases, these relationships, functions, and applications are subject to change as necessary.




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Part Time ESL Tutor (K-12) -- Multilingual Learners Department

JobID: 5969

Position Type:
  Part-time Instructional/Academic Tutor


Date Posted:
  2/14/2025


Location:
  Itinerant


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Must have knowledge about English Language development, and able to work with children to provide English development. 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Part-time, 10-month work year. To work no more than 19.5 hours per week
Daily rate is in accordance with credentials and approved part-time job category. Pay rate starting at $16.35  
$22.50 for Non-certified instructors with a BA or better
$32.00 for certified teachers




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Saturday Academy Paraprofessional PART TIME (Internal Only)

JobID: 3160

Position Type:
  Part-time Instructional/Non-Certified Instructor


Date Posted:
  10/7/2019


Location:
  Itinerant


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New Haven Public Schools Saturday Academy will launch in December 2019 at the following four locations:
 
• Augusta Lewis Troup School
• Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy
• Fair Haven School
• Wexler-Grant Community School
 
Students in grades 2-8 will be recruited to attend school from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  The curriculum will include a blended model, using a combination of technology and teacher guided instruction in the areas of reading, math, science and the arts. Community partners will be available at each site to infuse social, emotional learning, and student-centered science and art lessons. 
 
 




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