26-27 Opening: City Connects Coordinator - Ascension Catholic School

26-27 Opening: City Connects Coordinator - Ascension Catholic School Ascension Catholic Academy (MN) – Ascension Catholic School – Minneapolis, Minnesota. Job Details Job ID: 5718548 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 14, 2025 Job Description Ascension Catholic School is a vibrant and inclusive educational institution located in the heart of North Minneapolis. The academy prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where students can grow academically, spiritually and socially. With a strong emphasis on faith‑based education, Ascension Catholic School aims to instill values of compassion, integrity, and service in its students. Job Summary and Responsibilities: City Connects assesses the strengths and needs of each student in the school and connects students with a tailored set of supports and resources from inside and outside the school. The responsibilities of the City Connects Coordinator are to: Establish and lead a Student Support team and process in the school that identifies and responds to the strengths and personal developmental needs of each and every child in the school. Connect students to a range of prevention, early intervention and intensive services programs that address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development of each student. Develop and enhance community partnerships with varied community agencies to meet the identified needs of students, families, and the school. Collaborate with school staff, including classroom teachers, to implement the City Connects model of student support to the school community, families, and community agencies. Promote the City Connects model of student support to the school community, families and community agencies. Engage families and caregivers in understanding and supporting the education of their children and the ways in which academic outcomes are enhanced by serving the social / emotional and personal development needs of the child. Collect data on the implementation of the model and the delivery of services. Participate as an active member on the student Support Team that identifies and responds to the strengths and needs of each child in the school (WCRs, ISRs, SPED, etc). Collect and record data on the implementation of the model and the delivery of services. Benefits Overview: Ascension Catholic Academy provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical and dental insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents, with options for a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), depending on the chosen health plan. Employees receive life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage, as well as long‑term disability protection. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match for retirement planning. Full benefit details, terms, and conditions are outlined in Ascension’s Employee Handbook and plan documents, available upon request. Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on employment status and length of service. Salary Range: $55,000 - $61,000 annually Starting salary is determined by the candidate's teaching experience and education level. Ascension Catholic Academy follows a structured step-and-lane salary schedule similar to public school. The final compensation package will be based on verified teaching experience and educational credentials. Ascension Catholic Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in School Counseling or Social Work Licensed School Counselor, Licensed Pupil Adjustment Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LCSW / LICSW) Experience working in a school environment Evidence of culturally competent practices Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff, a diverse student body and families, as well as a team of professionals at both the school and the university Preferred: Experience in urban public schools Fluency in a second language Experience with an organization that uses data to guide practice The responsibilities listed above are representative responsibilities intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be a full list of responsibilities and qualifications required of the position. More detailed listing of duties and tasks may be outlined in supplemental documents. Assigned responsibilities may change, as the needs of the Ascension Catholic Academy change. Physical Requirements: Ability to work a full-time schedule of 40+ hours per week, including attendance at required school events (graduation, holiday programs, and other activities as determined by administration) Sustained mobility to move throughout classroom and school environments for extended periods Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform physical tasks required in an educational setting Full sensory capabilities including ability to speak clearly, see, hear, and respond effectively to students, staff, and administrators at all times Ability to fulfill all commitments of the educational program throughout the school year Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with documented disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Minnesota Human Rights Act. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $55,000 to $61,000 Per Year Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Shannon Mara , HR Manager Ascension Catholic Academy Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr