Attendance and Engagement Specialist

The Brooklyn Center Community School (BCCS) District is seeking applicants for the upcoming school year. The Attendance and Engagement Specialist will perform skilled administrative support work preparing and maintaining attendance records and files, preparing reports and related work as apparent or assigned. Responsible for providing services to assigned schools in the investigation and counseling of students with attendance or engagement concerns. Assesses students and families; interprets attendance policies; works as a team member to develop prevention/intervention strategies; provides case management; monitors student progress; and makes referrals. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Data and Accountability. BCCS is looking for applicants driven to uphold our Mission: To become a justice-center school community who fuels the unique genius of each student. Core Values We demonstrate passion, pride, and perseverance We acknowledge and disrupt oppressive systems Our diversity fuels learning We fiercely lead in justice-centered education We stand front and center Essential Job Responsibilities Gather and review attendance data to identify students who are truant. Complete root cause analysis of reasons for absence in collaboration with staff, student, and family. Collaborate with families, students, and school staff to develop interventions for students who are truant and develop individualized service plans to improve student engagement and attendance. Implement case management services (including individual counseling); monitor student/family progress; and make referrals to other professional staff members or community agencies as needed. Assess students with attendance concerns and make home visits as needed. Provide families with information related to the needs of their child and act as a resource to parents/guardians by providing family support activities and communicating the importance of student engagement and school attendance. Act as a resource to administrators, guidance counselors, teachers, clerical staff, and health services personnel regarding attendance programs, interpretation of attendance policies/laws, and record-keeping requirements. Assist building staff with implementing truancy prevention programs and recommend strategies to support and improve regular school attendance. Serve as a liaison between school and agencies such as social services, court services, and other agencies regarding student truancy, including representing the school district at truancy court. Work with social workers, county staff, and school personnel in support of student attendance. Maintain necessary records (ensuring confidentiality of students and their families) and prepare related reports. Prepare routine attendance data reports and submit to designated administrators or school district personnel. Ensure accuracy of all student absences and tardies in the student information system and county reporting systems. Call parents to notify about and determine reason for student's absence. Prepare and mail form letters to parents notifying them of their child's absences. Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Perform any other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures and equipment. General knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic. General knowledge of school system routine and student record keeping. Moderate experience working in a school district or administrative office. Ability to develop and follow detailed work procedures. Ability to organize and perform work independently. Ability to type accurately and at a reasonable speed. Ability to communicate effectively with the public. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to relate and communicate effectively with people of different cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Multilingual communication preferred but not required (especially Spanish, Hmong, Arabic, or French). Physical Requirements Sitting, standing, walking, squatting/kneeling, climbing, balancing, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs multiple times per shift, hearing, and seeing. Working Conditions Work is primarily performed in a typical office/classroom setting and is exposed to a minimum of environmental conditions. Must have ability to perform at moderate to high pace for extended periods. Work is performed in an environment of professionalism. Pay and Benefits Hourly pay: $24.40–$29.92, based on education and experience. Duty days: 203 per school year. Flexible and affordable health insurance options Dental insurance Group life and AD&D insurance Supplemental life and dependent life insurance Long-term disability insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) Pet insurance Full service community school AllOne Health Employee Assistance Program: Supportive counseling and coaching Breastfeeding-friendly certified workplace Staff wellness opportunities: annual benefits fair, wellness challenges and campaigns, free yoga and personal trainer sessions Free onsite therapy service Kavira Clinic: Medical care to improve overall health and wellness Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Brooklyn Center Community Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with applicable Equal Opportunity laws and regulations. Brooklyn Center Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, gender identity and expression, disability, age, or status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sylvania