Student Support Specialist

Emporia Public Schools

  • Emporia, KS
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Purpose: The Student Support Specialist will serve as a student advocate so that students attain a level of personal and social adjustment that facilitates achievement of their academic goals. They work closely with school staff and administration, families and community agencies to provide a successful educational experience for each student.Responsible to: Building Principal and Director of Special EducationPayment rate: As Established by the Emporia Board of EducationQualifications: * Appropriate Kansas certification/licensure for School Counselor, School Social Worker, or School Psychologist.
  • Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office.
Essential Functions: * Serve as a student advocate.
  • Assist in the determination of an appropriate action plan for improving student learning.
  • Assist in determining obstacles to student learning by providing insight into the social, emotional, physical, and educational status of students and families.
  • Facilitate the elimination of obstacles to student learning
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills regarding social, emotional, physical, and educational needs of students and families.
  • Assist in establishing a positive learning environment.
  • Respond to the social and emotional needs of students.
  • Ensure that all activities conform to local, state, and federal guidelines, rules and regulations.
  • Respond to change productively and perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions: * Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
  • Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
  • Occasionally requires stooping, bending, and reaching.
  • Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.
  • Frequently requires extended hours.
General Responsibilities: * Support and facilitate the mission and vision of the Emporia Public Schools.
  • Assist in facilitating the Student Improvement Team process as assigned.
  • Help eliminate student attendance problems.
  • Assist teachers in the development, implementation, data collection, and analysis of appropriate classroom strategies, accommodations and modifications.
  • Assist in referral and identification of students with special needs.
  • Personally contact parents of students identified to be in need. Gather sufficient knowledge of the home and community resources available to that student.
  • Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and re-evaluation process of students identified for special education.
  • Assist with the development of student intervention plans, such as IEP’s, Section 504 Plans, and ELL outcome plans.
  • Provide guidance and/or counseling to students and support to families.
  • Serve as a primary communicator between parents and educators and other agencies in appropriate settings.
  • Consult with administrators and staff concerning social and cultural issues affecting student achievement.
  • Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports as needed.
  • Be knowledgeable of new practices or information which could impro0ve student achievement.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by an administrator.
  • Provide for effective programs and processes to support the general welfare of students with regard to school and school activities.
  • Stay abreast of new technologies to facilitate and support student learning, data management, and communication.
  • Prepare and submit documentation / reports as required by the superintendent and Board of Education; and state and federal guidelines.
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements as provided by state and federal law.
  • Uphold and enforce board policy, administrative procedures, and school rules/regulations including but not limited to:
  • Acceptable use of technology
  • Sexual and racial harassment
  • Child abuse reporting
  • Health and safety including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan
  • Communicate effectively with administrators, parents, staff, and community organizations with regard to district operations.
  • Interact with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner demonstrating tolerance of individual differences, patience, and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrate professionalism through appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance; accurate recordkeeping and timely submission of required reports; participate in building/district level committee tasks.
  • Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.
  • Act as a liaison to community resources as appropriate to the effective operation of the district.
  • Maintain safe and well-organized instructional spaces.
  • Be prepared to implement the Building Crisis Plan; actively participate in response drills.
  • Respond to change in a productive manner.
  • Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.

Emporia Public Schools