Student Support Coordinator

Job Title

Supports the academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and attendance needs of students by collaborating with families, teachers, administrators, and support staff. Works directly with Mokena Intermediate School Principal.

Minimum Qualifications

• Appropriately licensed/certified by the Illinois State Board of Education
• Completion of a Bachelor's Degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Extensive knowledge of Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS), the Illinois State Standards, Section 504 and Eligibility/Entitlement of Special Education Services

Critical Attributes

• Friendly and professional attitude as well as discretion in matters relating to students, parents, staff members, and office business matters
• Ability to problem solve matters regarding services in 504 meetings
• Build positive relationships with students and families to support engagement and school success
• Work well with minimal supervision and able to effectively and efficiently prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to de-escalate student situations and build rapport with students
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills

Accountable To

• Mokena Intermediate School Principal

Essential Job Functions

1. Assure the safety of students and staff at Mokena Elementary School and any other school-sponsored event
2. Serve as a support for students experiencing academic, behavioral, attendance, or social-emotional challenges
3. Support implementation of positive behavior supports and restorative practices
4. Help coordinate and monitor behavioral intervention plans and support strategies
5. Collect, document and review behavioral data to identify patterns and recommend interventions
6. Participate in student support meetings, MTSS/problem-solving teams, and parent conferences
7. Assist in identifying barriers to learning and coordinate appropriate interventions and supports.
8. Support students during behavioral incidents using restorative and problem-solving approaches.
9. Facilitate student check-ins, goal setting, and progress monitoring.
10. Coordinate and lead non-medical 504 meetings at MIS, MES and MJHS
11. Maintain accurate and confidential 504 records and documentation
12. Monitor timelines and compliance requirements related to Section 504 plans
13. Assist staff in understanding and implementing accommodations
14. Communicate with families regarding student accommodations and support plans
15. Attend Tier 3 (ISA) meetings in the buildings for students being considered for referral to special education
16. Connect families with school and community resources when appropriate
17. Support parent engagement initiatives and outreach efforts
18. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information
19. Assist administrators with student support initiatives as assigned
20. Participate in professional development related to student support services, behavior, and compliance
21. Active member of the Behavioral Crisis Team
22. Participate in all meetings after school appropriate to the position
23. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bending, carrying, climbing, lifting, pushing-pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 30 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Includes extremes of temperature and humidity
• Hazards include stairs and communicable diseases

FLSA Status

• Exempt

Terms of Employment

• 10 month salaried

Benefits

• Per the District employee benefit package