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Amarillo Independent School District

College, Career & Military Readiness Specialist (3850)

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Job Details

TitleCollege, Career & Military Readiness Specialist
Posting ID3850
Description

                        OPEN UNTIL FILLED

              Minimum >40 WPM Typing Test Required

              Must upload proof of education 

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

       Provide first level of support and intervention to students, parents and staff to

      decrease student absences and tardies. Increase student engagement and academic

      achievement through increased school attendance which enables students to become

      college, career and military ready.

QUALIFICATIONS:

        Minimum Education/Certification:

                High school diploma or equivalent

                Clear & valid driver's license

                Minimum of >40 words per minute

 

        Special Knowledge/Skills:

                Adequate to advanced computer skills including use of Microsoft Office

                Possess and operative a motor vehicle

                Possess outstanding human relations qualities

                Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

                Possess a genuine interest and desire to help youth

                Ability to manage time and tasks

                 Work as part of a team and individually to accomplish tasks

 

        Work Conditions:

                Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and

                peripherals

                Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

                Motion: Repetitive hand motions including keyboarding; reaching; walking and standing

                Lifting: Lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds)

                Environment: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions and maintain professional

                demeanor under stress; must be able to work flexible hours including summer and

                evening work; must wear professional attire

                Travel: Frequent district-wide travel- must have own transportation

                Regular attendance is an essential function.                              

       

           Minimum Experience

                Prior employment experience in a school setting preferred

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  1. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

    1. Track student attendance reports and identify patterns or trends of poor attendance.
    2. Investigate cause of absences and tardies by communicating with campus attendance staff, administration, teachers and parents/guardians.
    3. Participate in attendance committee meetings.
    4. Support all activities lead by the CCRM department.
    5. Provide link between school and campus for extended absences due to illness, pregnancy, hospitalization, etc.
    6. Help to insure proper documentation is received by the campus from the parent/guardian, physician, etc.
    7. Complete home visits with an assistant principal, counselor, CCMR Coordinator and/or liaison officer;
    8. Provide assistance to parents in scheduling conferences with the school counselor, administration and teachers.
    9. Provide the primary step of re-integrating the student back to campus upon an extended absence.
    10. Help to provide information related to the student’s absences to campus administration and District attendance personnel.
    11. Analyze attendance reports and trends throughout the school year.
    12. Assist campus administration in tracking and responding to student absences.
    1. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other documents required.
    2. Ensure confidentiality.
    3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
    4. Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
    5. Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

     

Shift TypeFull-Time
Salary Range$14.07 / Per Hour
LocationCaprock High School

Applications Accepted

Start Date12/17/2024
End Date01/14/2025

Job Contact

NameTracey MormanTitleDir. Counseling/Career Readiness
Emailtracey.morman@amaisd.orgPhone806-326-1315