Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools See Forever Foundation
Student Support Specialist Maya Angelou PCS SY 24 - 25
Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools See Forever Foundation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Organization
Maya empowers opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform the trajectory of their lives. We do this by engaging each of our scholars in a restorative, relevant school experience that prioritizes personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for the post-Maya pathway of their choice. With an education in our network of schools, our scholars will do more than succeed - they will thrive!
If you are interested in learning more about Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation, please visit our website at www.seeforever.org .
The Touchstone
At the Maya Angelou Schools, the key to our success is rooted in building trusting, respectful, and nurturing relationships with each other. We strive to create safe spaces for all to be able to reach their limitless potential. We are at our best when we work together to ensure the unique needs of our community are met. We empower each other to grow successfully so we can see forever! This is how we live the Maya Way, even when no one is watching.
Position Overview
The Student Support Specialist will serve as a support specialist, data lead, enrollment support, and school culture support as needed within their assigned grade level(s). The Student Support Specialist is required to work collaboratively with all school personnel (teachers, administrators, and support staff) to remove the barriers that prevent students from accessing instruction. Some of those barriers may include attendance challenges, academic and instructional needs, engagement issues, lack of basic needs, and personal matters that impede their ability to have a healthy school experience. This position reports to the Principal and works closely with the School Academic Dean and Attendance Coordinator.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Maintaining a comprehensive file on all studentsWorking closely and collaboratively with the Academic Deans, Attendance Coordinator, Clinical Counselors, Administrative Team, Teachers, Support Staff, and school office personnel to support all studentsAggressively monitoring and responding to truancy by calling and mailing appropriate letters to families, notifying state agencies (when relevant), and submitting truancy reports to Court Social ServicesCollaborating with core content teachers to improve student academic outcomesScheduling and facilitating conferences with parents and/or community-based organizations related to students' truancy, discipline, and academic outcomesAttending and actively participating in all student-related conferences, as requestedSupporting families and students during virtual and remote learning phasesProviding feedback concerning student progress to all stakeholders (i.e., administration, parents, etc.)Conducting routine home visits as part of their attendance monitoringEngaging in collaborative efforts with teaching faculty to help students develop healthy social and emotional outlooks that will help them succeed in class and beyondImplementing strategies to foster confidence and improve self-esteem in studentsElevating attendance issues and concerns to the Attendance Coordinator, Academic Dean, and PrincipalKnowledge and Skills
Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills (both orally and written)Excellent case management skillsAbility to work collaboratively and cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary teamHistory of effectively assessing the psycho-educational needs of students and familiesStrong problem-solving and crisis intervention skillsCapacity to formulate innovative but functional approaches to resolutions of problems and the ability to effectively convey those thoughts and approaches to various partiesQualifications
Bachelor's degree (Required), Master's degree (Preferred) in social work, education, psychology, counseling, or related fieldExperience working with opportunity youth in an academic settingExperience working in community-based mental health, family health/mental health, and or school settingExperience with computer systems and data entry (i.e., MS Word, PowerSchool, etc.) PreferredValid driver's license to travel to student homes and community resources
Salary and Benefits
Our salaries are comparable to those of other public schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, See Forever offers a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, student loan refinancing options, and the opportunity to positively impact students with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.
See Forever is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.
Full-time
Description
The Organization
Maya empowers opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform the trajectory of their lives. We do this by engaging each of our scholars in a restorative, relevant school experience that prioritizes personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for the post-Maya pathway of their choice. With an education in our network of schools, our scholars will do more than succeed - they will thrive!
If you are interested in learning more about Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation, please visit our website at www.seeforever.org .
The Touchstone
At the Maya Angelou Schools, the key to our success is rooted in building trusting, respectful, and nurturing relationships with each other. We strive to create safe spaces for all to be able to reach their limitless potential. We are at our best when we work together to ensure the unique needs of our community are met. We empower each other to grow successfully so we can see forever! This is how we live the Maya Way, even when no one is watching.
Position Overview
The Student Support Specialist will serve as a support specialist, data lead, enrollment support, and school culture support as needed within their assigned grade level(s). The Student Support Specialist is required to work collaboratively with all school personnel (teachers, administrators, and support staff) to remove the barriers that prevent students from accessing instruction. Some of those barriers may include attendance challenges, academic and instructional needs, engagement issues, lack of basic needs, and personal matters that impede their ability to have a healthy school experience. This position reports to the Principal and works closely with the School Academic Dean and Attendance Coordinator.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Maintaining a comprehensive file on all studentsWorking closely and collaboratively with the Academic Deans, Attendance Coordinator, Clinical Counselors, Administrative Team, Teachers, Support Staff, and school office personnel to support all studentsAggressively monitoring and responding to truancy by calling and mailing appropriate letters to families, notifying state agencies (when relevant), and submitting truancy reports to Court Social ServicesCollaborating with core content teachers to improve student academic outcomesScheduling and facilitating conferences with parents and/or community-based organizations related to students' truancy, discipline, and academic outcomesAttending and actively participating in all student-related conferences, as requestedSupporting families and students during virtual and remote learning phasesProviding feedback concerning student progress to all stakeholders (i.e., administration, parents, etc.)Conducting routine home visits as part of their attendance monitoringEngaging in collaborative efforts with teaching faculty to help students develop healthy social and emotional outlooks that will help them succeed in class and beyondImplementing strategies to foster confidence and improve self-esteem in studentsElevating attendance issues and concerns to the Attendance Coordinator, Academic Dean, and PrincipalKnowledge and Skills
Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills (both orally and written)Excellent case management skillsAbility to work collaboratively and cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary teamHistory of effectively assessing the psycho-educational needs of students and familiesStrong problem-solving and crisis intervention skillsCapacity to formulate innovative but functional approaches to resolutions of problems and the ability to effectively convey those thoughts and approaches to various partiesQualifications
Bachelor's degree (Required), Master's degree (Preferred) in social work, education, psychology, counseling, or related fieldExperience working with opportunity youth in an academic settingExperience working in community-based mental health, family health/mental health, and or school settingExperience with computer systems and data entry (i.e., MS Word, PowerSchool, etc.) PreferredValid driver's license to travel to student homes and community resources
Salary and Benefits
Our salaries are comparable to those of other public schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, See Forever offers a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, student loan refinancing options, and the opportunity to positively impact students with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.
See Forever is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.