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Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Clerical/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
5/13/2026
Location:
Bassetti Elementary
Date Available:
08/10/2026
A Title I, Part A PFE Liaison is the designated individual based at a school whose primary function is to connect the home and school in a positive, respectful, and welcoming manner. PFE Liaisons play a dual role of ambassadorship. They represent the school through thoughtful, meaningful, and culturally appropriate communications. They also represent the parent/family by understanding the many challenges that occur in the community. The PFE Liaison works to bridge the gap between home and school by helping parents get the information and support they need to ensure their child's academic and social success.
PFE Liaisons manage involvement of parents at Title I schools and help maintain documentation of compliance. The PFE Liaison position is supplemental to the general education program of the district. Specific guidelines apply to this position.
Primary Purpose
Under general supervision, serves as the liaison between school and home in order to facilitate and foster a positive working environment between the two.
Qualifications
Education/Certification
High school diploma or equivalent
Special Knowledge/Skills
Experience in public speaking and communication
Articulate and an effective communicator
Ability to plan, organize, and implement activities and events
Reflects campus demographics and demonstrates acceptance of culturally diverse populations
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Parent Involvement

1. Survey parents to determine needs and assess effectiveness of the PFE program.
2. Collaborate with school leadership and other stakeholders to make sure appropriate parent, family, and community stakeholders are involved in all PFE-related decision-making for the school
3. Provide PFE training, tips, strategies, and ideas to staff and families.
4. Coordinates a campus Parent Activity Center at the campus, including working with parents at the center at least once each grading period.
5. With the guidance of the Principal and campus Webmaster, develop, maintain, and publish PFE materials, activities, and communications including, but not limited to:
   1. calendar of events
   2. newsletters
   3. electronic media
6. Provides information to families regarding public and private resources available to meet family needs.
7. Make personal contact and home visits related to support of the Title I program and academic achievement.

School-wide Planning

1. Assists the Principal to facilitate Title 1 Campus Parent Advisory Committee (CPAC) meetings at least once each quarter (October, January, April, June).
2. Coordinates the annual revision and distribution of the campus' Parent Family Compact.
3. Coordinates the annual revision and distribution of the campus' Parent Family Engagement Policy.
4. Represents campus on the Title I District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) and secures campus parent(s) to participate.
5. Facilitates distribution and collection of Title 1 Parent Surveys; compiles results; and assists campus in developing and/or adjusting action plans as needed.
6. Presents a multimedia overview of the campus' Title 1 accomplishments at the District Parent Advisory Council annual meeting.

ESSA Compliance

1. Serves as a communication liaison between the Office of Federal Programs and the campus.
2. Assists the campus in maintaining current and correct documentation as required by the Office of Federal Programs, the Texas Education Agency, and ESSA, such as the Title I inventory and semi-annual employee certifications.
3. Maintain compliance documentation to show evidence of implementation of the requirements noted in ESSA, Section 1116.

Other Duties

1. As directed/assigned by the campus principal in compliance with ESSA , Section 1116.
2. As directed/assigned by the campus principal outside the requirements of ESSA not to exceed 5% of the employee's schedule (24 minutes daily or an aggregate of 9 days annually).

Supervisory Responsibility: None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside, may work outside; consistent hours, but potential flexibility in start/stop times; occasional districtwide or state travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
Pay Grade: Clerical - Paraprofessionl - 3
Attachment(s):

• TITLE I Parent Family Engagement (PFE) Liaison.pdf