“FIS strives to create an environment enabling talented education advocates to create change within our strategic priorities. It is our courageous, dedicated, and creative team that has made FIS a leader in its field.” – Oscar E. Cruz, President & CEO
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 parent 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.
Top 5 Reasons to Work at FIS
1. Work in a collaborative team environment.
2. Join a mission-driven organization.
3. Strengthen communities, schools, and community-based agencies.
4. Exposure to professional development opportunities.
5. Enjoy working on projects that increase student success.
Working with education leaders is an uplifting experience. Helping staff see parents as partners and watching them take their efforts to the next level to support their students is exciting work that leads to the kind of real change we need for our schools, communities and students.
