Student Attendance Specialist

Identifies and connects with students demonstrating attendance challenges at school Coordinates communication with administration, students, and families to ensure that barriers to attendance are reduced or removed and students are able to access their education Maintains accurate records of student attendance; prepares and maintains a variety of records and files regarding student attendance, tardiness, truancy, suspension and discipline Communicates with students and parents regarding attendance and related issues; conducts home visits as needed Incentivizes and celebrates improvement in attendance rates with students and families Refers serious attendance problems according to established procedures; assists in identifying and resolving problems of students with frequent absenteeism May be required to drive PACE van to facilitate student attendance* Create and conduct professional learning sessions for district employees and provide custom attendance support as directed in response to district needs. Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned *North Cook will facilitate and pay for PACE van certification which requires meeting the PACE vanpool driving requirements including drug testing Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and/or office experience preferred, but not required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; additional languages other than English preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Friendly and patient demeanor including conflict resolution skills Assignments that require driving the PACE van must be able to pass DOT physical and drug screens Salary/Benefits Salary range = $45,000 - $55,000 Full-time (12 month)employees of the North Cook Intermediate Service Center are eligible for the following benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance (PPO, High Deductible, or HMO) at no cost for the covered employee. Dependent coverage is available at a cost share Metlife dental insurance at no cost for the covered employee (dependent coverage is available at a cost share) Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension system Life insurance at 1x annual salary + $50,000 AD&D insurance 12 vacation days per year (increased with each year of employment until 20 days per year is reached) 12 paid sick days per year 2 personal days per year At least 12 paid holidays per year Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Some positions are eligible for tuition reimbursement Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page #J-18808-Ljbffr The Illinois Association of School Administrators