Student Support Coordinator (El Dorado Middle School)

SparkWheel Inc. is a nonprofit organization focused on removing barriers preventing students and their families from being successful in school and in life. We believe there is a spark that lives inside each of us and we are here to fuel that spark!

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Title: Student Support Coordinator
Reports to: Program Director
Department: Program Operations Program Operations Division Central Office
Location: El Dorado Middle School El Dorado KS
Classification & Status: Exempt FullTime
Work Schedule: 40hour work week primarily during school hours (around 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to and directed by the Program Director the Student Support Coordinator partners with schools and coordinates support for students and families as well as implements programs and activities based upon the specific needs of the school. The Student Support Coordinator works with community partners and volunteers to bring needed support into the school to help students succeed. The Student Support Coordinator responsible to help implement the vision and goals of SparkWheel Inc. as articulated by the President & CEO.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
Programs & Activities
Lead the implementation of the SparkWheel Model of Integrated Student Supports.
This process will include building and cultivating relationships with school administrators staff and teachers relationships with students and families and the engagement of volunteers and community partners for the delivery of services and supports.
Conduct a thorough review of school and case managed student needs and assets annually.
Student Support Coordinators in collaboration with school staff members will review survey data collected from students parents and staff in conjunction with the school improvement plan to determine the immediate needs and assets of the school.
Lead the goal setting process with approximately 55 case managed students annually.
In collaboration with the student and using data collected from the student needs and assets review set a SMART goal for each case managed student.
Lead and coordinate the delivery of Integrated Student Supports.
The Student Support Coordinator will provide or broker services and supports to the school and approximately 55 case managed students based on their unique needs. These services could include family engagement events career fairs attendance or behavior interventions coordinating afterschool tutoring food pantries and/or enrichment opportunities. The Student Support Coordinator will also connect students and families with community resources as needed.
Data collection and reflection.
The Student Support Coordinator will collect and enter student family and school support data weekly into the SparkWheel data management tool (Apricot360). With the support of their supervisor they will regularly review data to ensure all requirements are met and analyze data to ensure the appropriate services and supports are provided for maximum effectiveness and impact.
Other Position Functions
The Student Support Coordinators at TANF Initiative sites funded by the Kansas Department for Children and Families must meet the performance measures and outcomes mandated in that grant.
Manage budget and wisely monitor and utilize various resources.
Refrains from assuming any duty that is unrelated to and/or interferes with the responsibilities of the position.
Develops promotes and practices teamwork in all activities.
Advocates promotes and practices cultural sensitivity and responsiveness in all daytoday interactions.
Other duties as assigned by the President & CEO.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Qualifications:
At least one to three years experience in working with schools and/or families and youth.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with school administrators personnel students parents and the public.
Ability to set and maintain healthy professional boundaries.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Ability to think process information and act quickly.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities yet is an effective team member.
Bachelors Degree in social work education public administration or related field. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Physical Requirements:
Work Environment: School and Community
Lifting Requirement: 25 pounds
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel trainings meetings home visits travel between school sites etc.
Valid drivers license
Transportation
Auto insurance
Pass various background checks
The physical requirements 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.

OTHER POSITION INFORMATION
Mandated Reporter:
As a staff member of SparkWheel Inc. you are a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect as outlined in the employee handbook. Failure to properly report to the appropriate child welfare authority and your supervisor can result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination. See Mandated Reporter Policy in the Employee Personnel Manual for specific details.

The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change without prior notice.

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter resume and three professional references to Applicants will be required to pass state and NSOPR background checks prior to hiring. SparkWheel Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.