Student Support Coordinator, Emporia Middle School

Student Support Coordinator

Spark Wheel, Inc. is a non-profit organization focused on removing barriers preventing students and their families from being successful in school and in life. We believe there is a spark that lives inside each of us, and we are here to fuel that spark!

Reporting to and directed by the Program Director, the Student Support Coordinator partners with schools and coordinates support for students and families, as well as implements programs and activities based upon the specific needs of the school. The Student Support Coordinator works with community partners and volunteers to bring needed support into the school to help students succeed. The Student Support Coordinator is responsible to help implement the vision and goals of Spark Wheel, Inc.

as articulated by the President & CEO.

The Student Support Coordinator will:

• Lead the implementation of the Spark Wheel Model of Integrated Student Supports.
• Conduct a thorough review of school and case managed student needs and assets annually.
• Lead the goal setting process with approximately 55 case managed students annually.
• Lead and coordinate the delivery of Integrated Student Supports.
• Collect and enter student, family, and school support data weekly into the Spark Wheel data management tool.
• Manage budget and wisely monitor and utilize various resources.
• Develops, promotes and practices teamwork in all activities.
• Advocates, promotes and practices cultural sensitivity and responsiveness in all day-to-day interactions.

What We Are Looking For:

• At least one to three years' experience in working with schools and/or families and youth.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with school administrators, personnel, students, parents, and the public.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to think, process information, and act quickly.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities yet is an effective team member.
• Bachelor's Degree in social work, education, public administration, or related field.

Physical Requirements:

• School and Community Lifting Requirement: 25 pounds
• Travel Requirements:
  Occasional travel – trainings, meetings, home visits, travel between school sites, etc.

Other Position Information:

• Mandated Reporter:
  As a staff member of Spark Wheel, Inc. you are a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect as outlined in the employee handbook.

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to human resources. Applicants will be required to pass state and NSOPR background checks prior to hiring. Spark Wheel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.