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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for parenting coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Parenting Coordinators often encounter challenges such as strong emotional reactions, ongoing parental disputes, and resistance to suggested co-parenting solutions. To manage these situations, coordinators rely on structured communication protocols, clear boundaries, and evidence-based conflict resolution techniques. Regular documentation and transparent communication with both parents are essential. Additionally, Parenting Coordinators may collaborate with legal professionals and mental health experts to ensure that the children's best interests remain the focus throughout the process.

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To thrive as a Parenting Coordinator, you need a background in psychology, social work, law, or a related field, often supported by specialized certification or training in family mediation. Familiarity with court systems, conflict resolution tools, and case management software is typically expected. Strong interpersonal skills, neutrality, and the ability to manage high-conflict situations diplomatically help set outstanding professionals apart. These skills and qualities are essential for facilitating effective communication, ensuring child-focused decisions, and supporting families through complex custody issues.

What is a parenting coordinator?

Parenting Coordinators are trained professionals, often with backgrounds in law, psychology, or social work, who help separated or divorced parents resolve conflicts about their children outside of court. They work with families to implement parenting plans, improve communication, and reduce tension, always prioritizing the best interests of the children. Parenting Coordinators can make minor decisions when parents can't agree, but major decisions remain with the court. Their main goal is to minimize conflict and help families co-parent more effectively.

What are the responsibilities of a parenting coordinator?

A parenting coordinator is responsible for helping parents implement and adhere to custody and visitation agreements, resolving conflicts related to parenting plans, and facilitating communication between parties. They often review case files, attend court hearings, and may hold meetings with parents to ensure the child's best interests are prioritized.
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Parent Coordinator - Urban Assembly School for Global Commerce (05M157)

New York City Department of Education

New York, NY • On-site

$44K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

New York City Department of Education rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

218th of 627 rated elementary and secondary schools

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Position Summary
The Parent Coordinator is part of the administrative team working under the supervision of the principal. The Parent Coordinator will engage with and involve parents in the school community Including parents with limited English proficiency by working with the principal, school staff, school leadership team, parent associations, community groups and parent advisory councils.
This position focuses on creating a welcoming environment for parents. The Parent Coordinator will identify parent and related school/community issues and work with the principal to see they are addressed in a timely manner.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Increases parent involvement in the school by working closely with all school, parent and community organizations.
  • Serves as facilitator for parent and school community concerns and issues including, for example, school policies or facilities issues.
  • Conducts outreach to engage parents in their children's education.
  • Convenes regular parent meetings and events around topics of key concerns to parents.
  • Attends parent meetings along with the principal, where appropriate.
  • Works with the school parent association, where needed, to provide assistance in establishing by-laws, holding elections and conducting their affairs in accordance with Chancellor's Regulation A-660.
  • Serves as a school liaison to Central and Field-based parent support staff.
  • Maintains ongoing contact with community organizations that are involved with providing services to the school's educational program.
  • Organizes back to school and other events to increase parental and community involvement and creates a welcoming school environment to parents.
Salary:
$44,432 (New Hire Rate)
$51,094 - $73,941 (Incumbent - 2 years of full-time continuous City service)
Minimum Selection Criteria
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work in an area related to the duties described above; or an Associate's degree or its educational equivalent and four years of experience in community work in an area related to the duties described above is preferred OR:
A high school diploma and six years of experience in community work in an area related to the duties described above.
The following qualifications are also preferred for the position:
  • Familiarity with the New York City public school system.
  • Presently or formerly a public school parent.
  • Experience with convening workshops.
  • Bilingual where there is a significant non-English speaking population.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
  • Experience working with families and parents in education and/or community issues.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Position will require flexibility with respect to work hours in order to meet the needs of parents, including early mornings, evenings and weekends. The position may also require occasional assignment to different work sites such as during summer months.
Application:
Please send a copy of your resume and cover letter, no later than September 1st, 2026, to:
Roony Vizcaino
Email: rvizcai@schools.nyc.gov
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender(sex), military status, unemployment status, caregiver status, consumer credit history, prior record of arrest or conviction(except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above - noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non - Discrimination Policy .
DOE Non-Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy .

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