Parent Mentor – Part-Time (SY 2026 – 2027)
Date Posted: 7/20/2026
Location: Mid-Ohio Districts
Date Available: Until Filled
Reports To: Director of Student Services
Employment Status: Determined by the Director of Director of Student Services
FLSA: Non-Exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Parent Mentor will be responsible for providing services to parents of students with disabilities and to school district personnel within the districts served with a goal of having them work together as partners. These services include providing information and support to families and helping school districts understand and appreciate the parents’ perspective.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Per ODE criteria, must be a parent of a child with a disability
Knowledge of the school districts served and of support systems in the community
In-depth knowledge of IDEA and Ohio Special Education Operating Standards
Experience in facilitating training and providing resources to parents
Valid driver’s license
Successfully pass a BCI/FBI background check
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist in developing and monitoring Parent Mentor Grant budget
Establish a professional development plan and submit project evaluation data
Attend job-related PD sessions, fall and spring conferences and regional meetings
Obtain and distribute resource materials to parents and school district personnel
Promote parent mentor services within school districts and the community
Attend MFE or IEP meetings at parent or school district request
Assist school districts in maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations
All other duties as assigned
Shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout employment at Mid-Ohio ESC.
PERSONAL QUALITITES
Possesses a high level of professional and ethical standards
Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct
Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment
Effectively uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual
Organizes tasks and manages time effectively
Meets deadlines despite time constraints
Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals
Wears work attire appropriate for the position
Accepts responsibility
Exhibits a positive outlook
Takes initiative
Exhibits a service mentality and is responsive to internal and external client requests for service
Good Communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work well with others and maintain confidentiality
Participates in professional development that relates to the position
Operate standard office equipment including computers, word processing, spreadsheets and communication software
Seeks to be a leader in technology integration
WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Adjust work hours necessary to complete duties
Occasional exposure to blood and bodily fluids
Reliable transportation, occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
Occasional interaction among unruly students/adults, including the need to intervene physically in crisis prevention
Regular interaction with students and staff
Physical abilities include stooping, standing, squatting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, standing, walking, sitting for extended periods, operating a computer, talking/hearing, near and far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision required and occasionally to reach with hands and arms
Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment (up to 25 pounds), but not for sustained periods
Operate standard office equipment including computers, copy machines, communication software, Microsoft Word and Excel and Google Docs / Sheets
This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Travel among schools and districts is required
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated according to Mid-Ohio ESC board policy. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor, appointing authority or designee.
The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.