Academic Support Coordinator jobs in Wilmington, NC

POSITION TITLE
Student Behavior/Academic Support

WORKING TITLE
Student Behavior/Academic Support

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Malpass Corner Elementary

REPORTS TO

Principal

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday

WORK HOURS
6:50 AM -3:00 PM; occasional evenings

POSITION PURPOSE
Promotes student achievement through prevention and/or response to behavior and assists students with academics to prevent learning loss.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to effectively communicate both oral and written between teachers, counselors, and administration, and with parents/families
Knowledge of school's policies, procedures, and practices
Demonstrates tolerance of culturally and linguistically diverse populations o Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and possess strong organizational skills o Ability to work through behavior issues and motivate students
Ability to maintain complete and accurate documentation and to develop meaningful reports from the information collected.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of High School diploma

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work flexible hours (some evenings)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Intervene with behavior issues, allowing students to deescalate in situations affecting student educational progress
Communicate with students to problem solve and offer alternatives to negative behaviors

Utilize restorative practices to build or strengthen relationships
Daily check in/check out with identified students
Builds relationships and open communication with teachers, counselors, administrators, and families Explains to parents/families the school's expectations for students
Organizes parent meetings as requested by parents

Assist students with assignments missed due to behavior

Maintain accurate case records and documentation

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers and copiers Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds
Due to the amount of time spent working on the computer, standing and walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for light work

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in public school environments, and come into direct contact with staff and students

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.