STUDENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Student Support Specialist Lawrence Unified School District (KS) LAWRENCE FREE STATE HIGH - Lawrence, Kansas Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5843792 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $21.25 to $21.25 Per Hour Job Description The Student Support Specialist assists with the delivery of operational and administrative services that support students’ behavioral, academic, and social‑emotional achievement. Responsibilities include implementing evidence‑based behavior strategies, collaborating with staff and families to address student needs, supporting campus activities, and connecting students and families with community resources. Essential Functions Assists in developing procedures and training materials for the purpose of supporting district staff working with students with academic and behavioral needs. Communicates and connects with community members and resources for the purpose of providing additional support and care for students and families. Confers with teachers/specialists and participates in team meetings for the purpose of developing and implementing intervention plans and analyzes progress. Follows and implements school policies, behavior expectations, and procedures for the purpose of providing consistent approaches to academic and behavior matrices and plans. Implements evidence‑based behavioral strategies for the purpose of promoting student self‑regulation. Implements and supports academic instruction and behavioral plans, as assigned for the purpose of assisting in meeting student needs and providing a consistent and safe environment. Instructs students, individually or in groups, for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing academic and behavioral concepts. Maintains classroom equipment, work area, and student files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information. Monitors student behavior during and between assigned periods (e.g., lunch room, classrooms with substitutes, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student compliance with established regulations and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. Offers targeted support to students with identified behavioral and/or academic needs for the purpose of ensuring student progress and support. Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information, developing knowledge required to perform job functions and meet district objectives. Participates in and maintains training/certification for crisis management, restorative practices, and other applicable areas (e.g., emergency safety interventions, etc.) for the purpose of providing supportive, safe, and appropriate support to students. Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. Provides outreach and support to parents/guardians for the purpose of promoting positive school/family relationships and enhancing student learning. Refers incidents to appropriate site personnel (e.g., injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring follow‑up per administrative guidelines. Regularly collaborates with staff to assess student progress, plan individual or group curriculum, and evaluate instructional materials, etc. for the purpose of ensuring student academic and behavioral progress. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns. Reviews and coordinates student attendance and truancy plans for the purpose of supporting equitable access to the learning environment. Supports and monitors the discipline referral information for the purpose of providing timely data to administration, staff, and families, as applicable. Uses building CI3T process to support students’ academic, social and behaviors for the purpose of ensuring student academic success. Other Functions Assists other personnel as required for the purpose of supporting them in completing their work activities. Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the building. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: None Specified. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and understand complex, multi‑step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: None Specified. ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job‑related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to district policies; and regular attendance except when taking approved leave. Responsibilities Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 15% sitting, 45% walking, 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. Experience Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired. Experience providing student/family support services in education or social service settings; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred. Education Targeted, job related education with study in job‑related area. Certificates None Specified Continuing Education/Training None Specified Clearances Kansas Bureau of Investigation Kansas Department of Children and Families Physical Exam/TB Screening Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr