Director, Family Engagement

The National Center for Families Learning, a private nonprofit organization located in Louisville, KY, is seeking a Director, Family Engagement to serve as a key part of the leadership team guiding NCFL's 60x30 strategic vision. Specifically, the position works closely with a cross-functional team to ensure Family Engagement-related programming, associated professional learning, and educational tools are based in research, are effective for a diverse portfolio of communities participating in NCFL's 60x30 vision, and are implemented with quality within NCFL's holistic Family Learning System model.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead overall content development and strategy for NCFL's national Family Engagement efforts.
• Provide leadership and vision in designing and implementing culturally responsive and research-based Family Engagement systems, practices, and policies with diverse community partners, such as school districts, practitioners, and community-based organizations.
• Provide leadership on the latest research, innovation, and community needs across the nation in the field of Family Engagement to ensure NCFL offers high-impact programmatic offerings.
• Lead and support partner relations to create community interest in and scale NCFL's Family Engagement efforts.
• Manage a team of Family Learning Content Specialists.
• Work closely with NCFL's Research and Evaluation and Professional Learning teams to ensure NCFL's Family Engagement efforts are being carried out with fidelity and generating evidence of success.
• Support publications efforts by writing and strategizing content for national briefs and reports related to the effectiveness of Family Engagement.
• Represent NCFL by participating in timely and relevant regional and national presentations including but not limited to conferences and partner convenings.
• Serve as a member of NCFL's senior leadership team to help guide organization-wide policies, culture, and its strategic plan.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

• Actively participates in supervision that is regular, reflective and collaborative in nature. As appropriate, take the initiative to seek supervisory input
• Accurately identifies areas of mastery and areas targeted for personal growth and development. Seeks assistance and guidance when needed
• Incorporates constructive direction from supervisor to improve job performance
• Accepts responsibility for the quality of job performance and makes changes as needed
• Maintains awareness of current professional information in the fields of activity, undertakes regular and ongoing efforts to maintain competencies in the skills and incorporates new knowledge and skills on the job
• Shares pertinent information with supervisor/manager about work progress, successes, concerns and other issues that may have an impact on the services intended for families.
• A commitment to upholding the organization's diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree or higher with specialization in Education, Human Services, Family Engagement, or a related field
• 7-10 years of experience in leading educational programming in diverse settings and communities
• Experience working with adults and children, school- and community-based partners
• Ability to understand and analyze data to guide continuous program improvement efforts
• Strong supervision skills
• Exceptional writing skills, ability to conceptualize and communicate ideas, organizational skills, and evidence of effective leadership when working with a team
• Actively contribute to a positive, professional work culture focused on growth, development and learning across departments and teams
• An unwavering belief that all families want the best for their children and deserve to be treated with respect and dignity
• Proven track record of ambitious results in previous roles
• Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve
• Skilled at collaborative action planning and execution

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged period of sitting at a desk and working at a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times
• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Ability to travel.

Salary range - $75,000-$85,000

NCFL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization. We believe that a staff comprised of diverse people who have a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills will enhance the organization's work toward its mission while driving innovation and creativity.

NCFL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable ADA regulations. Applicants and employees requiring reasonable accommodation may contact Michelle Parkerson, Manager, Human Resources: mparkerson@familieslearning.org or 502-584-1133 x345.