Van Sickle Academy Middle School Specialist

Van Sickle Academy Middle School Specialist

Job : 5688889

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Position Type: FT - Full Year

Salary: $24.51 to $31.87 Per Hour

The Specialist at Van Sickle Academy Middle School is responsible for the following:

• Helping ensure school-wide consistency in implementation of culture expectations
• Acting as an exemplar for all staff by modeling high expectations for all students
• Working with students to grow academically and behaviorally
• Participating in various duties around the building as needed
• Supporting the administration and staff members as they create a positive student culture
• Serving as support staff around the building; working with staff members to ensure all areas of the building are covered
• Monitoring public areas (such as hallways and other public spaces) when appropriate to reinforce school behavior expectations
• Coordinating the accurate monitoring and analyzing student attendance and student discipline

• High School Diploma required
• High expectations for self and others, and a willingness to hold self and others accountable to these expectations
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills
• Commitment to professional growth
• Belief and alignment with SPS's core beliefs and philosophy, including the belief that each and every child can excel academically

• Understanding and experience working with urban school environments and culture
• At least 3 years experience working in schools
• Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities

• Matthew Sullivan, Principal
• VAN SICKLE ACADEMY
• Phone:
• Email: sullivanmat

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