Family Engagement Specialist

Name of Person to Contact: Jackie Goosby

Name of Company/Business: Alabama Public Television

Employer Phone: (205) 254-1685

Employer Email: jgoosby@aptv.org

Job Title: Family Engagement Specialist

Job Description: Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking a part-time Family Engagement Specialist (approximately 20 hours per week) to work in APT’s Education Division. The person in this position will lead a group of partners to establish and sustain the ongoing development of a learning neighborhood in Montevallo, Alabama and the surrounding area, consisting of community partners, parents, caregivers, teachers, early childhood educators, and after-school providers. The person in this position will collect, analyze, and report data on a regular basis. The Family Engagement Specialist will coordinate a variety of family and early childhood events, trainings and partner meetings in Montevallo, Alabama. The position involves in-state travel, some evening and weekend work and lifting of training materials.

Requirements: Associate degree or 2 years’ experience in social work, social sciences, education, child development, or related field; Strong oral and written communication skills, strong computer and technology skills, and a valid Alabama driver’s license.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree, Montevallo, Alabama resident, previous experience as an educator or trainer, proficiency speaking and writing Spanish, previous project management experience and experience working with families and planning family/community events.

The starting salary range is $18.08 – $22.55/hour. 401(k) match available. Deadline to apply is 9/23/2023. NO PHONE CALLS/FAXES. This is a 2-year grant funded position with the APT Foundation. APT is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.