tenacity

tenacity

Family Engagement Coordinator SY '26-27

Boston, Massachusetts · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$50k-$58kDetected 20 days ago
CommunicationCollaborationCritical Thinking

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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