Truancy Intervention Specialist

The Lockhart ISD Mission

The mission of Lockhart Independent School District is to cultivate innovative learners and empower bold leaders who are prepared for a future yet to be imagined.

Lockhart's Leaders

Across Lockhart ISD, each of our leaders are guided by three core themes embodied in our leadership definition and their corresponding behaviors:

* Having a Lock"heart" for People which is focused on developing one's relational capacity;

* Unlocking Potential which is centered on the development and empowerment of both the self and others; and,

* Being Locked on Excellence which means that every person will have a relentless pursuit for results

Primary

Purpose:

Serve as district attendance intervention specialist to provide assistance to campus personnel in interpreting and enforcing compulsory attendance laws, resolving truancy, excessive absences, and tardiness problems, and to serve as district liaison to parents, law enforcement agencies, and court personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of state compulsory attendance laws

Ability to interpret laws, policies, and procedures

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to operate personal computer to develop databases and do word processing

Ability to travel district wide to conduct home visits and visit sites where truant students

have been reported to the district.

Experience:

Two years working in compliance, law enforcement, or with children or adults in a leadership role

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Attendance Enforcement

* Investigate cases of unexcused and excessive absences and tardies and enforce provisions of compulsory attendance laws.

* Issue warnings; file complaints against students, parents, or individuals with parental control in accordance with compulsory attendance laws, Texas Education Code, and board policy; and refer to appropriate court.

* Interpret and communicate compulsory attendance laws and school policy to parents and students.

* Represent the school district in court hearings resulting from attendance problems.

* Investigate cases of suspected drop out; retrieve textbooks and school property.

* Communicates effectively and appropriately with co-workers and supervisors.

Personal Attributes

* Maintains positive and productive working relationships with others.

* Maintains proper standards of conduct and appearance.

* Exhibits positive attitude and enthusiasm in performance of duties.

* Shows interest in self-improvement and developing and knowledge and skills.

* Demonstrates emotional maturity, tact, and discretion in dealing with others.

* Responds constructively to supervision and guidelines.

* Follows all attendance and punctuality rules.

* Works to complete any other special assignments, projects, or duties assigned by Supervisor.

Other Duties

* Schedules and carries out home visits.

* Can work flexible hours including late hours to conduct home visits and assist with parent meetings.

* Attends program specific training sessions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture:
Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Frequent walking

Lifting:
Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment:
Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.