Attendance Monitor (part-time)

Lowell Public School District • Lowell, MA

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About The Position

The Attendance Monitor will support students, families, and schools in addressing chronic absenteeism through attendance interventions, outreach, home visits, and connections to district and community resources. This is an 18-hour per week position.

Requirements

• At least two years of post-High School Education-Associates Degree or equivalent
• Familiarity with the school system and/or court system.
• Demonstrated technology proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Aspen, and other data collection and student information systems.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience working with adolescents

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with school-based attendance teams and supports the District Attendance Intervention Plan.
• Participates in the Attendance Improvement Model (AIM) process, including reviewing referrals, attending meetings, developing attendance action plans, and making community referrals when appropriate.
• Communicates AIM meeting schedules, updates, and relevant information with community partners, schools and families.
• Prepares and submits truancy-related court applications and appears in Juvenile Court as needed.
• Provides schools with chronic absenteeism data and reports throughout the school year.
• Conducts home visits and recommends students for court referral when appropriate.
• Participates in school, district, and community efforts supporting attendance, family engagement, and dropout prevention, including working with the Graduation Mentor Outreach Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree