JOB SUMMARY

The Attendance Specialist works with students, staff and the surrounding community to reduce student absenteeism to ensure all students are on track to graduate and prepared for life beyond high school.  This position is responsible for disseminating information, developing plans, monitoring data and supporting school efforts to reduce student absenteeism.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties of this position include the following.  Employees in this position must be able to perform with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work or a related field, or  
2. A minimum of two (2) years of college level studies plus two (2) years of directly related experience working with low-income youth in an educational environment may be substituted for education requirement experience
3. Proven ability to provide direct service to students and families with a diverse level of needs
4. Ability to work with student and families with a culturally responsive lens
5. Ability to collaborate with educators and supportive community members/organizations to provide enriching opportunities for students
6. Ability to encourage students to attend school and reduce barriers to school attendance
7. Knowledge of alternative learning programs and effective interventions
8. Ability to sustain poise and confidence in managing emotional and difficult situations
9. Ability to successfully provide case management in a collaborative team atmosphere
10. Knowledge of local resources for low-income families
11. Knowledge of trauma-informed practices
12. Ability to follow attendance laws and communicate the laws to staff, students and families
13. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
14. Adept at utilizing technology to maintain, track and analyze evaluation data
15. Ability to work with students with varying educational, social and economic backgrounds
16. Self-motivated, with good organizational skills
17. Ability to manage reporting and documenting requirements.
18. Ability to conduct home visitations with a wide variety of cultural backgrounds
19. Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
20. Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
21. Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
22. Establish and maintain strong relationships with participants utilizing a relationship model
23. Assist in providing leadership and direction for students
24. Establish effective and supportive relationships with school administrators, team members, building staff and classroom teachers
25. Monitor attendance and academic progress of students
26. Serve as liaison between students, school staff, and the community
27. Attend and participate in Youth Services Team
28. Attend and participate in department and school attendance team meetings
29. Maintain updated records and files. Ensure confidentially of all records and files
30. Keep daily log of student contact
31. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
32. Abides by federal and state laws and school district policies, procedures and rules.
33. Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with community and staff.
34. Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required. 
35. Complies with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations.
36. Attends work regularly and is punctual.
37. Perform such other duties (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may be assigned.           
38. Willingness to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
39. Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements                                                                                                                                                                                    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

7 hours/day

Benefits include: District-paid premium for medical, vision and dental HSA-compliant plans. District pays PERS and contributes to HSA annually for full-time employees.

CONTRACT LENGTH:                       192 days

POSTING DATE:                              June 20, 2018

QUALIFICATIONS:                                                                                                                                                          

• 3 years of experience preferred
• Strong customer service skills and attention to detail
• Previous experience with parent and community outreach is preferred
• Bilingual preferred

APPLICATION PROCESS:                               

To apply, please submit an online application via the Talented Ed/SchoolSpring website at https://mtangel.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx or a classified application can be downloaded from our website at www.masd91.org

                Return completed application along with:

• Letter of interest
• Resume

Only complete applications will be considered.

DEADLINE: Position open until filled. Applications will be screened as they are received and                                              interviews will begin when the District believes it has received sufficient qualified                                                            applications.

START DATE:                                           August 27, 2018

CONTACT:                                                 Jill Holland, Administrative Assistant

                                                                PO Box 1129

                                                                Mt. Angel, Oregon  97362

                                                                Phone:  503.845.2345   Fax: 503.845.2789

                                                                Email: holland_jill@mtangel.k12.or.us