Kinder Garcha
Covington,WA
Summary
PROFILE
Dynamic Building Family Liaison with expertise in community outreach, resource provision, and family engagement strategies. Committed to enhancing educational experiences through effective communication and organizational skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Family Liaison
Kent School District
Kent, WA
11.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented family engagement strategies to enhance student support services.
- Facilitated communication between families and school staff to address student needs effectively.
- Coordinated workshops and events to promote parental involvement in educational activities.
- Facilitated hands on financial aid workshops for high school seniors, providing step by step support in completing FAFSA and state aid applications, interpreting parent income documents, and understanding eligibility requirements.
- Provided training for staff on cultural competence and family dynamics to improve outreach efforts.
- Analyzed feedback from families to refine programs and ensure alignment with community needs.
- Led initiatives that fostered collaboration among various stakeholders, enhancing overall educational experiences.
- Mentored new staff in best practices for family liaison responsibilities and community engagement techniques.
- Assisted struggling students by collaborating with teachers to identify additional resources tailored to individual needs.
- Developed comprehensive action plans for addressing family concerns, improving overall satisfaction with the school experience.
- Encouraged parental input on educational decisions by providing opportunities for feedback during parent-teacher conferences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Washington
Seattle, WAMaster of Science - Education, Teaching & Leadership
Keiser University
Skills
- Fluent in English, Punjabi, Conversational Hindi & Urdu Languages
- I bring extensive experience in partnering with students and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to resources and fostering meaningful engagement
- Expertise in resource provision and community outreach
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Proficient in technology use for efficient service management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Timeline
Building Family Liaison
Kent School District
11.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Washington
Master of Science - Education, Teaching & Leadership
Keiser University