Attendance Manager

attendance manager

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job : 5650862

Final date to receive applications: posted until filled

re-posted: sep 15, 2026 4:00 am (utc)

starting date: to be determined

position summary:

breakthrough public schools is seeking highly collaborative, organized, and data-driven attendance managers to join the school operations teams at each of our campuses. The operations team keeps school systems running smoothly, creates a warm and welcoming environment for all stakeholders, and removes operational barriers so instructional staff can focus on student achievement.

the attendance manager owns student attendance systems and serves as a core member of the front office team, blending clerical, administrative, and relationship-focused responsibilities to support students, families, and staff every day.

essential functions:

attendance tracking & data

• verify the accuracy of daily attendance submissions and follow up with teachers or make corrections as needed.
• share attendance data with the school team each day and provide more detailed reports upon request.
• accurately record and file documentation for excused absences, tardies, and early dismissals.
• ensure all tardies and early dismissals are captured in a timely and consistent manner.

family communication & outreach

• contact families of absent students to understand the reason for each absence.
• send regular, proactive attendance communications to families using a range of methods, including phone calls, text messages, emails, and written notices.
• conduct home visits and/or community meet-ups

interventions & compliance

• address consecutive absences using the established breakthrough process.
• implement targeted interventions for students who are chronically absent or face barriers to consistent attendance.
• collaborate with the managing director of operations (mdo) on truancy-level interventions.
• ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local attendance laws, as well as breakthrough-specific attendance policies.

engagement & recognition

• plan and facilitate attendance-related incentives, rewards, and events on a regular basis.
• serve as the school’s liaison to the stay in the game! Attendance network.
• participate as an active member of the school attendance support team (ast); facilitate and manage the ast in coordination with the apo.

front office & school operations

• serve as a consistent front office presence by warmly greeting and directing visitors.
• help maintain a welcoming, organized school environment.
• support the execution of daily operational systems and school-wide initiatives as needed.
• promptly elevate operational concerns to the assistant principal of operations.
• assist in emergency and high-urgency situations as directed.
• build strong, trust-based relationships with students, families, and staff.
• contribute actively as a collaborative member of the school community.
• complete other duties as assigned.

minimum qualifications:

education:

required

• high school diploma or equivalent

preferred:

• associate or bachelor’s degree

experience:

required

• minimum 3 years of experience in a fast-paced office environment
• excellent word processing and grammar skills
• exceptional personal organization and attention to detail
• strong proficiency in microsoft office and google workspace

preferred:

• prior school office experience

licensure and certification(s):

• candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the bps’s acceptable guidelines.

demonstrated ability to:

• maintain composure and…