MS Student Engagement Liaison, Internal Applicants Only

Reynolds Sd 7•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Student Engagement Liaison is done for the purpose of providing needed support to help ensure students are on track for graduation. This includes working in the Reynolds Middle School attendance management making daily calls and providing administrative support, producing reports; compiling student data for Administrative Team to review; assisting with the coordination of appropriate attendance supports and interventions; and serving as a liaison to staff, parents, students, and outside community groups as needed to ensure positive student outcomes.

Requirements

Prior experience with principles and practices of student data reporting
Prior experience with educational programs and community resources
Prior experience with principles and methods of school and community organization
Ability to communicate in multiple languages
Prior experience working with high school students with increasing levels of responsibility
Successful experience working with high school age youth and their families in a school setting
Skills to utilize data reporting systems, attendance tracking, parent and community events
Operate standard office equipment including computer, telephone, printer and copier
Effectively use Microsoft Office computer applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Effectively use Synergy, Data Warehouse
Communicate effectively in English orally both in person and by phone, and in writing
Use correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Knowledge of call center functionality
Knowledge of how to maintain strong working relationships with local community agencies focused on dropout prevention and successful student outcomes
Ability to stand/walk/sit for extended periods of time
Ability to create and maintain accurate records
Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work
Ability to understand adolescent development and apply knowledge to managing students
Lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds in weight in a safe manner
Pushing/pulling balancing, stooping, reaching/handling/manual dexterity, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds (potential hazards), visual acuity/depth perception/with or without visual accommodation
High School Diploma or GED required
Oregon Fingerprint and Criminal background check clearance
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Oregon driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred
Bilingual/Bicultural preferred

Responsibilities

Working as a member of the school call center staff
Conducting home visits
Utilizing technology to produce student attendance reports
Assisting in coordinating interventions, events, and communicating with multiple agencies and community partners involved with student retention and drop-out prevention
Advocating for parents and students and promoting interest in schooling
Effectively communicating with teachers, students, staff, and parents
Serving as a resource to parents and community members regarding community agencies, events and activities
Assessing needs of parents and students
Assisting school staff in the implementation of educational activities and programs, including programs offered at the school for parents and other community members
Encouraging parents of bilingual/bicultural students to upgrade their skills and knowledge of the educational process
Helping school staff to coordinate extended day, before and after school, and intersession programs
Promoting school programs in the community
Facilitating community involvement in school programs and activities
Serving as interpreter during parent-teacher conferences, special education meetings, disciplinary referrals, and other school-based meetings as needed
Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
Performing related duties consistent with job description and assignment