tenacity
Family Engagement Coordinator SY '26-27
Boston, Massachusetts · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$50k-$58kDetected 20 days ago
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About the role
- Tenacity students consistently exceed local graduation and college completion rates-95% graduate from high school, and 75% pursue or complete post-secondary education, compared to 79% and 38% citywide, respectively.
- Recognized as a leader in in-school, after-school, and summer learning, Tenacity equips young people with the academic, social, and physical foundation to thrive both on and off the court.
- They are a strong communicator, culturally responsive, and passionate about youth development, family engagement, and student success.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with caregivers to support collaboration with Tenacity staff and partner schools.
- Maintain consistent communication with caregivers regarding student engagement, family needs, resources, and participation in the Tenacity Pathway.
- Support caregiver/family participation in school and Tenacity events, conferences, performances, and open houses.
- Collaborate with families on student academic achievement, goal setting, and action planning.
- Student Support & Academic Success
- Support continued student participation and success in the Ace Academy and Pathway programs.
- Connect families with the College and Career Prep team for high school student support.
- Engage directly with students during program activities and lead small groups when necessary.
- Collaborate with the site team on family involvement strategies, reflections, and action planning.
- Serve as a resource to partner schools regarding family engagement initiatives.
Requirements
- Experience working with families and caregivers in an urban environment.
- An ability to model a "Growth Mindset" toward students, other staff, and oneself.
- Proficiency in Microsoft product suites.
- Strong interpersonal, team development, management, organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
- Have considerable relationship management skills and experience - particularly working with families, as well as teachers and principals.
- Fluency in verbal and written Spanish highly desired.
- Driver's license desired.
- Consistent access to a car desired.
Nice to have
- Some tennis experience a plus.
Compensation
- $ 50,000-$58,000 annually (based on experience) Tenacity offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
- Ensure families receive two family visits per year.
Equal opportunity
- Tenacity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
- Tenacity is an equal opportunity employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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