Student Advocate

Direct Supervisor : HS Principal

Location : New Buffalo Secondary Building (MS/HS 6-12)

Schedule : 200.5 School days: August thru June

Primary Purpose : Advocate for all students and coordinate the secondary At-Risk program of services for students in at-risk situations (attendance, grades). Collaborate closely with secondary administrators, social worker, counselor, school resource officers, teachers, and students' families.

Required Education : Bachelor's degree or higher

Preferred Education : Degree or equivalent education or training in one or more of the following: behavior specialist, counseling, psychology, social work, teaching, youth criminal justice, etc.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

Ability to form highly-developed interpersonal relationships with at-risk students and leverage the relationships for academic success.

Background with at-risk students in a school setting or other educational environment
Experience as a teacher or other professional in a school setting
Ability to interpret data
Ability to organize and coordinate secondary at-risk program
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Specific Tasks:

Lead weekly At-Risk meetings with HS/MS administrators, social worker, counselors
Weekly check-ins with At-Risk students
Compile and submit annual At-Risk report
Home visits as needed
Participate in construction and implementation of Behavior Plans, PBIS plans of support, 504 accommodations, etc.

Assist with facilitating 6-12 State testing

Support regular attendance of students through partnerships with community organizations including Berrien County truancy department, local law enforcement, families of students, etc.
Frequent attendance and supervision of extracurricular activities, as assigned by administrators
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and Board policy

Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Technical Skills:

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