Student Support Liaison - $1,000 Building Incentive Available!

About the role

Act as a first responder when students are in crisis and in need of adult support. Work with administration to create, implement, monitor, and assess discipline policies and procedures. Assist with the de-escalation of students in crisis and help students transition from crisis situations to successful re-entry into the classroom. Support students in setting and achieving academic, attendance, and behavioral goals that promote school success.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student progress toward academic, attendance, and behavioral goals
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, and the school for identified students
• Regularly communicate with students, families, and school personnel about student progress
• Facilitate student intervention plans and maintain related records
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records on academic, attendance, and behavioral data
• Provide monitoring, supervision, and alternative activities for students removed from the classroom for disciplinary reasons
• Promote student involvement in extracurricular activities
• Work a flexible schedule to attend after-school and evening events
• Monitor students during unscheduled times and at lunch
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties
• Occasionally lift, move, or push items up to 50 lbs (e.g., assisting children or moving furniture)
• Supervise students in all types of weather
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and staff
• Implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including physical restraint and escorting

Work Environment

• Noise level ranges from quiet to loud
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors, including non-air-conditioned rooms
• Substance-free environment
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students
• Ability to work effectively in teams and exhibit positive interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in technology skills necessary to complete job duties
• Experience working with at-risk populations preferred
• Willingness to support and implement Davenport’s multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for behavior and academics
• Good attendance record

Pay

Minimum starting salary: $17.24 per hour (dependent on education and experience).