Academic Support Specialist (230-Day)
Wichita Public Schools - USD259, Wichita, KS, United States
Description
Job Title:
Academic Support Specialist
Position Function: The Academic Support Specialist will collaborate with the building principal and educators in effecting positive academic change for students in the 10th Grade Cohort by developing interventions and utilizing Learning Center Support, to recover academic credits using online credit recovery resources. The Academic Support Specialist will work with staff in tracking academic data of students.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Displays the ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with parents and professionals
Displays the ability to collaborate with all members of the school community
Demonstrates confidentiality when dealing with students, parents, and school employees
Understands and works with the various support systems available in the school and community
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
Provides attendance support for chronically absent students
Serves as a School-to-Home Liaison which includes making and receiving phone calls and facilitating cohort home visits
Academic
Possesses an understanding of educational curriculum and instructional methods, strength in mathematics is essential
Analyzes and maintains academic progress and attendance data
Provides guidance and counseling for College and Career Readiness
Ability to set time frames, establish goals, and ensure that students track their progress
Additional Duties
Assists with additional duties as assigned by Administration of Assigned School.
Equipment
This position may require the ability to use SMART boards, scoring software, and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.
Travel
Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.
Physical And Mental Demands
Work in standard office and school building environments
Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities
Additional demands upon request of Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization, for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which may be determined and validated by testing
Use of good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of district's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Qualifications
Interrelations
Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
Will be working under the direct supervision of the Building Principal in order to complete day to day tasks
Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools
Employee Punctuality And Appearance
In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position
Qualification Profile
High School Diploma required
Bachelor's degree preferred
2-3 Years experience in providing positive behavior support interventions with students preferred
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
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Job Title:
Academic Support Specialist
Position Function: The Academic Support Specialist will collaborate with the building principal and educators in effecting positive academic change for students in the 10th Grade Cohort by developing interventions and utilizing Learning Center Support, to recover academic credits using online credit recovery resources. The Academic Support Specialist will work with staff in tracking academic data of students.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Displays the ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with parents and professionals
Displays the ability to collaborate with all members of the school community
Demonstrates confidentiality when dealing with students, parents, and school employees
Understands and works with the various support systems available in the school and community
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
Provides attendance support for chronically absent students
Serves as a School-to-Home Liaison which includes making and receiving phone calls and facilitating cohort home visits
Academic
Possesses an understanding of educational curriculum and instructional methods, strength in mathematics is essential
Analyzes and maintains academic progress and attendance data
Provides guidance and counseling for College and Career Readiness
Ability to set time frames, establish goals, and ensure that students track their progress
Additional Duties
Assists with additional duties as assigned by Administration of Assigned School.
Equipment
This position may require the ability to use SMART boards, scoring software, and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.
Travel
Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.
Physical And Mental Demands
Work in standard office and school building environments
Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities
Additional demands upon request of Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization, for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which may be determined and validated by testing
Use of good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of district's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Qualifications
Interrelations
Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
Will be working under the direct supervision of the Building Principal in order to complete day to day tasks
Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools
Employee Punctuality And Appearance
In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position
Qualification Profile
High School Diploma required
Bachelor's degree preferred
2-3 Years experience in providing positive behavior support interventions with students preferred
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
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