Student Advocate

Choice Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At New Branches Charter Academy (NBCA), our mission is to provide a positive academic and social learning environment for all students. NCBA is a destination school, located on a 12 acre campus that is known for providing environmentally focused learning experiences and self-sustaining practices through dedication to academic excellence. NBCA knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child. Qualities of a Successful Candidate: A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation, incorporating hands-on activities, experiential learning, and interactive teaching methods to make environmental/outdoor learning engaging and impactful. An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels. A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students. Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment. As a Student Advocate, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Communication and Partnerships Communicates accurately and timely with students and their families to ensure a continuous school-family partnership exists. Links students and their families to school and community resources. Student Progress & Evaluation Evaluates student progress, including attendance, academic, and behavioral data. Community Coordination and Restorative Justice Coordinates with community partners to build resources. Uses the restorative justice process to focus on repairing harm through inclusive processes that engage all stakeholders, shifting the focus of discipline from punishment to learning from the individual to the community. Home Visits and Record-Keeping Makes home visits to obtain information about students. Keeps accurate and timely records of student information in PowerSchool, as well as parent, staff, and community contacts. Participates in stakeholder conferences to develop student action plans. Student Support and Growth Assists with the supervision of students during instructional and non-instructional time. Supports a positive school climate while interacting with students, families, staff, and community members. Guides children in working and playing harmoniously and safely with other children. Maintains confidentiality when dealing with students, families, staff, and community members. Performs moderate to extensive physical activity, including frequent standing or walking. Facilitates social and emotional growth with students. Improves professional competence through professional development. Provides an atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and development of responsible citizenship. Implements proactive behavior and learning strategies under the direction of the classroom teacher. Professional Development & Leadership : Participates in regularly scheduled meetings and sharing of relevant information. Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy. Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles. Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the Academy. Job Goal: To actively collaborate with teachers, parents, and school administrators to identify and address any challenges or barriers that students may face. By providing support, resources, and guidance, they aim to empower students to overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential academically, emotionally, and socially. They strive to create an inclusive and nurturing environment that fosters student growth, well-being, and success.

Requirements

Associate's degree
Solid record of punctuality

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Ability to work effectively with school personnel and students in a diverse school community
Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds

Responsibilities

Communicates accurately and timely with students and their families to ensure a continuous school-family partnership exists.
Links students and their families to school and community resources.
Evaluates student progress, including attendance, academic, and behavioral data.
Coordinates with community partners to build resources.
Uses the restorative justice process to focus on repairing harm through inclusive processes that engage all stakeholders, shifting the focus of discipline from punishment to learning from the individual to the community.
Makes home visits to obtain information about students.
Keeps accurate and timely records of student information in PowerSchool, as well as parent, staff, and community contacts.
Participates in stakeholder conferences to develop student action plans.
Assists with the supervision of students during instructional and non-instructional time.
Supports a positive school climate while interacting with students, families, staff, and community members.
Guides children in working and playing harmoniously and safely with other children.
Maintains confidentiality when dealing with students, families, staff, and community members.
Performs moderate to extensive physical activity, including frequent standing or walking.
Facilitates social and emotional growth with students.
Improves professional competence through professional development.
Provides an atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and development of responsible citizenship.
Implements proactive behavior and learning strategies under the direction of the classroom teacher.
Participates in regularly scheduled meetings and sharing of relevant information.
Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy.
Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles.
Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the Academy.