Attendance Supervisor [SY26-27]

Malden Public Schools • Malden, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located a few miles north of Boston. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,100 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. Approximately 18 percent of Malden students have a disability and roughly one-third are English learners. The district includes seven schools: one comprehensive high school, five K to 8 schools, and an early learning center that serves preschool students with disabilities alongside typical peers. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community.

Requirements

• Certified or certifiable as a Supervisor of Attendance
• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 5 years experience as a teacher, social worker, counselor or court-related work
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Have a working personal vehicle available for their daily use
• Evidence of skills in writing and public presentations

Nice To Haves

• Some knowledge of court and legal system preferred
• Ability to speak a second language preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform all statutory duties of Supervisor of Attendance role
• Maintain active relationships with all school principals
• Provide admninstration and school committee with monthly student attendance reports, reports of chronic tardiness, court appearance on behalf of Malden Public Schools
• Organize and participate in ad hoc committees designed to improve student attendance
• Build positive relationships with students and families
• Make home visits to verify families’ valid residency within the City of Malden
• Prepare and present documents in juvenile court as necessary for Child Requiring Assistance (CRA) hearings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level