Student Support Specialist - Burlington High School

Burlington School District•Burlington, VT

About The Position

Student Support Specialist Burlington High School The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: " Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.” The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who: Value different cultures; Engage with the community; Communicate effectively; Think creatively; Skillfully solve problems; and Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential. Burlington High School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated professional to join our Student Support Team . This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about building meaningful relationships and supporting student success. The Student Support Associate is a school-year, salaried position that reports directly to the Principal. This position plays a vital role in fostering a positive, inclusive school climate by promoting strong relationships and implementing restorative practices that help students stay engaged in their learning. Working collaboratively with assistant principals, teachers, and other school personnel, the Student Support Associate will use a team-based approach to support students experiencing challenges with attendance, engagement, and connection to school. The successful candidate will be committed to collaboration, student advocacy, and creating supportive pathways that help all students thrive.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree required, or an Associate’s degree with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience.
Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience, preferably in a school or educational setting.
Proficiency in the use of technology, including email, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and other standard computer applications.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact courteously, clearly, and effectively with students, staff, administrators, families, and community partners.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow written instructions, correspondence, and procedural documents.
Ability to clearly present information in both one-on-one and group settings.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new information, procedures, and systems.
Sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and decorum when working with students and staff.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced school environment.
Ability to remain calm under pressure, manage stressful situations, and resolve conflicts effectively.

Responsibilities

Support student attendance and engagement by assisting with timely arrival to class, remaining in class, and supervision of hallways and common areas.
Assist the Student Support Team, administrators, and staff with supervision and student flow during passing periods.
Provide campus supervision, including library, study hall, cafeteria, and In-School Suspension.
Build positive relationships with students facing barriers to attendance, behavior, or engagement.
Implement proactive and restorative interventions in response to attendance and discipline concerns.
Respond to discipline referrals and communicate student behavior concerns to administrators.
Accurately document discipline incidents and reconcile records with PowerSchool.
Participate in data collection and reporting meetings related to student discipline.
Support Hazing, Harassment, and Bullying investigations, including student interviews and written documentation.
Assist with building security and access control, including front entrance coverage and visitor monitoring.
Respond to alarms and support safety drills and emergency procedures.
Maintain required documentation and reports and notify school officials of issues requiring attention.
Perform other duties as assigned.