"I have contributed to and witnessed policy changes and strong accountability practices to ensure that schools, districts, and even the California State Board of Education highly consider parents' grievances and recommendations. There is still a lot of work to be done, but these incredible wins inspire me to continue to work toward fulfilling Families In Schools' mission and vision," Sandy Mendoza, Employee, Since 2013

“As someone who admires non-profit capacity building and sustainability, working with Families In Schools has been great. I’ve had an opportunity to switch to a new career and still take the lead on projects, and I’ve also been a thought partner in various strategic conversations. In my experience, regardless of your level/department, the leaders in this organization create space for everyone to feel valued and honored,” Victory Onyekwere, Employee, Since 2021

“On my first month at FIS, I had to leave the country on bereavement. My supervisor and the organization’s leadership were so understanding that they even provided me with paid leave before my 90-day probation period. Three years later, when I went to graduate school and had to take care of my family, they were supportive, providing me with a flexible schedule and the ability to work remotely. Since I started working at FIS, this organization has been ahead of the curve, supporting staff when they need it the most,” Cynthia Perez, Employee, Since 2013

Current Openings

Vice President of Strategy and Partnerships

Top 5 Reasons to Join the FIS Team

1. FIS is a highly collaborative team environment.
2. FIS offers a hybrid work environment with great flexibility.
3. FIS is a mission-driven organization that strives to strengthen communities, schools, and community-based agencies.
4. FIS focuses on projects that authentically engage families and educators to increase student success.
5. FIS provides professional learning opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Families In Schools (FIS) is a state-wide nonprofit organization based in downtown Los Angeles, California, whose mission is to involve parents and communities in their children’s education to achieve lifelong success. FIS views the engagement of parents and educators as a component essential in improving equitable outcomes for students.

Hiring Process

We take the time to attract highly passionate and highly effective people– because at FIS, we believe building a dedicated and cohesive team allows us to impact and change communities.

What We Look For

FIS seeks professionals dedicated to educational reform and family engagement interested in supporting the mission, vision, and ongoing development of the organization.

Families In Schools (FIS) is a nonprofit organization based in downtown Los Angeles, California, whose mission is to involve parents and communities in their children’s education to achieve lifelong success. FIS views the engagement of parents as a component essential in school reform.

Applying

Once you apply for a job, your qualifications and experience will be reviewed by one of our Department Directors. If you are a possible match for the position, the Department Director will contact you to follow up.

Onsite Interview

Our interview process is collaborative. We will interview you with several of the Directors and the President & CEO. This collaborative hiring process is fair while maintaining high standards as we grow to find prospective team members who fit well within our organization.

FIS STAFF

MISSION & VISION

OUR HISTORY

We offer competitive salaries, and a matching 401(k) plan to ensure FIS’ staff is secure now and in the future.

Our full-time staff enjoys 12-paid vacation days, 13-paid holidays, a 5-day winter break on the last week of December, and 10-sick days, allowing them to reenergize throughout the year.

We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, and $50K Life Insurance. FIS pays 100% of the premium for our employees spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.

FIS offers family leave, for life circumstances, including birth/adoption and bereavement.

We offer professional development funds for teams to use at their discretion and coordinate all-staff sessions to foster continuous learning.

FIS offers other benefits that staff can elect like hybrid-work, comp time, 100% employer-paid Disability and Life insurance policies, discounts, and more.