Student Support Coordinator, Logan Avenue Elementary School

SparkWheel Inc. is a non-profit organization focused on removing barriers preventing students and their families from being successful in school and in 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:School-based sitewithin Agency network (Iowa Kansas Missouri Oklahoma)

Classification & Status:Exempt Full-Time

Work Schedule:40-hour work weekprimarily during school hours (around7:00 AM to4:00 PM)

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to and directed by the Program Director theStudent Support Coordinatorpartners with schools andcoordinates 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 Student Support Coordinator responsible to help implement the vision and goals ofSparkWheel Inc. as articulated by the President & CEO.



WHAT YOU WILL DO

Programs & Activities

Lead the implementation of theSparkWheelModel 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 andsupports.

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 willprovide orbroker services andsupportsto the school and approximately 55 case managed students based on their unique needs. These services could include family engagement events career fairsattendanceor 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 theSparkWheeldata management tool (Apricot360). With the support of their supervisor they will regularly review data to ensure all requirements aremet andanalyze data to ensure the appropriate services and supports are provided for maximum effectiveness and impact.



Other Position Functions

This position isfunded by the Kansas Department for Children and Familiesandmust meet the performance measures and outcomes mandated in that grant.

Refrains from assuming any duty that is unrelated to and/or interferes with the responsibilities of the position.

Managebudgetand wiselymonitorand utilize various resources.

Developspromotesand practices teamwork in all activities.

Advocatespromotesand practices cultural sensitivity and responsiveness in all day-to-day 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 toestablishand maintain positive working relationships with school administrators personnel students parents and the public.

Ability to set andmaintainhealthy professional boundaries.

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Ability to think process information and act quickly.

Abilityto work independently while managing multiple prioritiesyet isan 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:Schooland Community

Lifting Requirement: 25 pounds

Travel Requirements:

Occasionaltravel trainings meetingshome visitstravel 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER POSITION INFORMATION

Mandated Reporter:

As a staff member ofSparkWheelInc. you are a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect as outlined in the employee to properly report to theappropriate childwelfare authority and your supervisor can result in disciplinary actions up to and including 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

Pleasesubmita cover letter resumeand three professional references will be required to pass state and NSOPR background checks prior to Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.