Family Engagement Training Specialist

Reports to: Senior Manager, Training & Development

Organization Overview

INCLUDEnyc was founded in 1983 by three mothers of children with disabilities who wanted to create a place where parents could access critical information and support on disability resources and services. Today, INCLUDEnyc is one of New York City’s leading resources for young people with disabilities and their families. INCLUDEnyc brings love, equity, and access to young people with disabilities. Learn more on our website: www.includenyc.org.

Job Summary

The Family Engagement Training Specialist ("Specialist") will support the planning and implementation of a new initiative to develop a family engagement curriculum and training for schools implementing multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). Reporting to the Senior Manager for Training & Development, the Specialist will conduct research, create professional development plans and materials, and facilitate professional development for educators. The Specialist will work closely with MTSS-I Center staff and other colleagues and partners to develop and implement the family engagement component of the Center’s curriculum.

This role will focus approximately half-time on the MTSS-I project. Other responsibilities may include providing one-to-one coaching and support to families and professionals navigating special education and other disability systems and delivering workshops on special education and related topics for parents, youth, and professionals.

Core Responsibilities

Research & Documentation

• Collect and review relevant family engagement and MTSS models and literature
• Summarize key findings and align with the larger initiative framework
• Maintain data and project materials for effective reporting and information-sharing
  
  

Partnerships & Collaboration

• Develop curriculum and instructional materials and facilitate professional development workshops with external partners
• Cultivate and support partnerships with other stakeholders in the initiative
  
  

Curriculum Development & Training

• Develop training and professional development materials reflecting adult learning principles
• Develop and deliver culturally responsive, highly engaging, and interactive workshops and impart complex information in a clear and accessible manner
  
  

Coaching and Technical Assistance

• Provide one-to-one technical assistance to professionals implementing family engagement initiatives
• Provide one-to-one support to families navigating special education and other systems
• Provide information and resources to help youth, families, and professionals gain the confidence and skills to partner effectively with other stakeholders
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's or equivalent experience in education, social work, or related field is preferred
• 5+ years of professional experience, with at least two years in family engagement; knowledge of the MTSS framework is preferred
• Knowledge of special education systems
• Proficient in research and writing skills
• Demonstrated efficacy in training and coaching; at least four years of experience in education/training is preferred
• Ability to manage complex projects with multiple deliverables and deadlines
• Grounded in culturally responsive education principles and practice
• Willingness to travel via public transportation to locations across the five boroughs
  
  

throughout the year and outside New York City approximately four times per year.

• Willingness to work occasional evenings and Saturdays as required
• Commitment to INCLUDEnyc’s mission of building positive outcomes for infants, children, and young adults with disabilities
  
  

SALARY: $67,500-$70,000

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