Student Support Liaison: Redirection - $1,000 Building Differential Available!

Student Support Liaison: Redirection - $1,000 Building Differential Available! JobID: 11314 Position Type: Other/ Other Date Posted: 8/6/2024 Location: Williams Jr High The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.Minimum Salary: 16.52 + dependent on education & experience195 days per school year (which includes 9 paid holidays) Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships) Develop positive & meaningful relationships specifically with the Redirection Students. Assist Redirection students with support with both Edgenuity and regular coursework. Become familiar with student support systems in the building and district to benefit Redirection students. Collaborate with school staff to organize and oversee individual student accommodations and programming. Assist with behavioral choices and instilling positive reinforcement with Redirection students. Participate in home visits for Redirection students when appropriate. Facilitate small groups to build non-cognitive skills such as educational commitment & time management. Assist with the notification of Redirection student & parents/families when a student is at risk of not passing a class; develop plans to support student success. Assist students with developing healthy & effective organizational/study habits to be successful in school & life. Keep accurate, up-to-date records on students participating in mentoring, tutoring, & school & community activities related to the Redirection Program. Act as Check and Connect mentor to assigned group of students. Other duties as assigned. ­­­­­­­­­­­­­ Physical Requirements of Position:(HBV ? Yes ? No)(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to - Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties. Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture. Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather. Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting. Must be able to lift 50 lbs Excellent attendance is mandatory for this position Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Noise level is quiet to loud. Work may be indoors and/or outdoors. Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms. Substance-free environment. Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public. Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student. Special Qualification Desired:(Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.) Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential Experience working with at-risk high school youth preferred. BA in related field preferred. Possesses the ability to work effectively in small or larger teams and independently. Exhibit positive interpersonal skills. Possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with technology skills necessary to complete job duties including data entry on state website, Outlook and Microsoft Word products. Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse student population