Central High School Attendance Navigator

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides secondary engagement services, academic and school attendance support to assist students with navigating a path toward graduating high school.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with a focus in education
Previous work experience with youth
Previous work experience in a multicultural setting
Proficient in software applications including Windows, Office 365, Word, Excel, and Access preferred.
Strong data analysis skills
Demonstrate proficiency of the English language to read and communicate with others
Ability and patience to work interactively with students
Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
Displays a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to apply simple understanding to carry out detailed but basic written and/or oral instructions
Ability to read and use information from written materials and visual displays
Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and maintain balance while performing job-related tasks
Ability to work in standing/walking positions on a frequent basis throughout the work shift
Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
Execution and delivery to OPS of a Teacher Contract presented by OPS.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Language skills preferred
Working knowledge of school District and community resources preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors attendance and other student data and responds by communicating with students and families
Manages a caseload of students, providing attendance mentoring, check-ins, and support for accessing resources
Communicates with families and other school support people on a regular basis
Conducts home visits to identify ways to support students and families in school attendance
Builds connections with community support and opportunities for students.
Communicates with students and families regarding school programs and supports, as well as student accomplishments and needs
Seeks new and efficient ways to reach students and meet needs in high school resulting in dropout prevention
Provides academic support to students as needed or appropriate
Leads rapid cycles of improvement that inform schools' next steps in attendance intervention
Interfacing with district partners to monitor and respond to data being pulled and reviewed on a regular basis.
Leads and facilitates school attendance team including initiatives, recognition and data monitoring
Provides professional development to staff to monitor and support student attendance
Leads and facilitates the Student Assistance Team process for the school and responsibilities associated with this role
Follows oral and written directions accurately
May perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the board of education through the Superintendent of Schools or the Trustees.