Student Retention Support

LIFELONG LEARNING ADMINISTRATION CO•Inglewood, CA

3d•$23 - $33•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides support to various school sites within the region, including Inglewood, Los Angeles, and Lincoln. The role may require travel between locations to meet site-specific needs. We live by the motto that “There is a Student in Front of Everything We Do” and we are very passionate about it. Do you have a passion to work with students? If so, then this is an exciting opportunity for you! You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students supporting their growth and development. Remember the person who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn. Learn more about us at https://learn4life.org/

Requirements

Modern office methods, practices, procedures
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Good English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Data analysis, entry and work processing methods, techniques, and programs
Understanding of ADA and attendance accounting procedures
Telephone techniques and etiquette
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Record keeping practices
Ability to learn, interpret, apply and communicate school rules, regulations, and policies
Ability to work effectively in the absence of supervision
Ability to perform data entry and data compilation from a variety of sources
Ability to perform work with speed and accuracy
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
Strong organizational and planning skills
Ability to meet schedules and timelines
Ability to work cooperatively with others (parents/legal guardians, students, and school officials)
Ability to handle multiple competing assignments and projects
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
One year experience in a public school environment or public social services background
Community or school relations work experience, including working with courts and law enforcement
Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Email)
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to travel up to 40% (to include student homes)

Nice To Haves

College coursework or CASCWA training a plus

Responsibilities

Investigate student absences and withdrawals and encourage school readmission
Contact parents/legal guardian and students to obtain information concerning reasons for pupil absences from school
Make home visits to follow up on attendance problems and to observe home situations that may interfere with attendance
Participate in Attendance Intervention Meetings (AIM) and Student Retention Meetings (SRM)
Secure and track return of school books
Collaborate with school personnel to investigate and address student retention
Develop, establish and coordinate community resource contacts
Provide weekly progress reports to supervisor regarding student and asset retrieval along with comprehensive report tracking all contact with current or former students
Answer inquiries from students, parents/legal guardian regarding attendance records and school re-admittance
Document student attendance progress in the student database
Apply and provide information, forms and necessary documents regarding school policy and procedures
Work with local law enforcement for student retention
Type and prepare a wide variety of documents including letters, reports
Compile and analyze information
Perform a wide variety of general clerical and administrative work including the maintenance of accurate and detailed reports, verifying accuracy of information, and research
Participate in staff meetings and trainings
Adhere to attendance policies
Research the enrollment status of students leaving our school at outside schools and update codes as needed