Student Support Specialist

Position Type: Student Support Services / Student Support Specialist Date Posted: 6/8/2026 Location: Nora Elementary School The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years. Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement. Job Details Job Title Student Support Specialist Education Bachelor's Degree Location Nora Elementary Start Date August 4, 2026 Work Schedule 7:00am to 3:30pm (Monday through Friday) Calendar Length School year (185 working days) FLSA Classification Salaried, Exempt Salary/Hourly Rate $50,000 annually Benefits Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings. Position Purpose / Description The Student Support Specialist works in school settings with students to develop the academic and social skills needed to succeed in school. The Student Support Specialist works with the entire school staff to provide assistance in the implementation of school wide positive behavioral intervention support. Key Duties Work with students whose behavior, school progress, and social skills indicate a need for assistance. Consult with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to determine causes of the problem and provide solutions. Provide behavior support and suggestions for the classroom environment. Assist teachers in writing and facilitating Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans/Committee for Academic and Behavioral Supports. Assist teachers in developing accommodations and/or modifications to meet student academic and behavioral needs. Collect, monitor, and analyze data. Proactively assess attendance and behavior in the general education setting prior to reaching the administrative guidance. Assist staff in maintaining and analyzing accurate student behavioral data to assist committees in making informed decisions. Serve as consultant to school personnel regarding students or situations which are not referred for direct service. Meet with building administrators and MTSS team to provide information regarding school wide behavioral trends and concerns as referred to by the district behavior team. Develop and facilitate SEL groups for students. Serve as a resource for staff for re‑engaging students by bridging families to resources. Model positive behavioral intervention supports in all classroom settings. Provide check‑in and check‑out as well as progress‑monitoring of students in need of behavioral intervention under the guidance and assistance of the school's administrative team. Provide therapeutic support for students displaying unsafe behaviors. Other tasks/duties as assigned by the supervisor. Training Shadowing our staff for check‑in/check‑out and current curriculum professional development. Attend CPI Nonviolent Crisis Prevention Intervention. Participate in mentoring training. Education Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Child Development, Psychology, Teaching or any other equivalent degree. Experience Experience working in a school environment is preferred. Physical Demands The role requires ability to stand for extended periods, carry and lift weights up to 50 pounds, operate office equipment, and perform other duties as needed. The position involves frequent use of the hands, frequent interaction with students, and occasional climbing. The employee must be able to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings, read laws and policies, hear and understand speech, and communicate clearly. The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. #J-18808-Ljbffr