Student Behavior/Academic Support

POSITION TITLE Student Behavior/Academic Support WORKING TITLE Student Behavior/Academic Support SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT Malpass Corner Elementary REPORTS TO Principal WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday - Friday WORK HOURS 6:50 AM -3:00 PM; occasional evenings POSITION PURPOSE Promotes student achievement through prevention and/or response to behavior and assists students with academics to prevent learning loss. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to effectively communicate both oral and written between teachers, counselors, and administration, and with parents/families Knowledge of school's policies, procedures, and practices Demonstrates tolerance of culturally and linguistically diverse populations o Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to multi-task and possess strong organizational skills o Ability to work through behavior issues and motivate students Ability to maintain complete and accurate documentation and to develop meaningful reports from the information collected. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of High School diploma SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work flexible hours (some evenings) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Intervene with behavior issues, allowing students to deescalate in situations affecting student educational progress Communicate with students to problem solve and offer alternatives to negative behaviors Utilize restorative practices to build or strengthen relationships Daily check in/check out with identified students Builds relationships and open communication with teachers, counselors, administrators, and families Explains to parents/families the school's expectations for students Organizes parent meetings as requested by parents Assist students with assignments missed due to behavior Maintain accurate case records and documentation WORKING CONDITIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers and copiers Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds Due to the amount of time spent working on the computer, standing and walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for light work WORK ENVIRONMENT Must be able to work in public school environments, and come into direct contact with staff and students DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.