Home to School Coordinator- Northfield Elementary and Middle High Schools

Job Title: Home School Coordinator Reports To: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt JOB SUMMARY: To enhance students educational experience by carrying out necessary communications between home and school, and carrying out other activities that promote positive home-school relations so the student can benefit fully from his/her school experience ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates the Act 264 process including facilitation of interagency meetings and preparation of coordinated services plans. Provides home visits to help families increase access to services and resources, address student attendance problems Assist with developing attendance plans for students as needed Serve as a liaison between home and school when considerable support is necessary, as in welfare cases, foster home children, and disadvantaged students. Develop awareness of school policies, procedures and resources. Accesses proper personal to answer parents’ and guardians’ questions and resolve conflicts as needed Respond appropriately and cooperate with parent/guardians, students, and staff to resolve matters in the best interest of students. Provides assistance to school when a student is in a mental health crisis Provides staff training and assistance with child abuse and neglect reporting Collaborates with all school teams, as appropriate Provides consultation to staff, administration, and families regarding social/emotional issues Research and pursue grant opportunities relevant to services for students Maintain current knowledge base and skills to provide and coordinate home school supports and increase skills through relevant professional development Provides confidential mental health referrals Maintains data and professional records regarding students and services Coordinates Wrap Around Services for intensive social/emotional (non-IEP) Facilitates coordinated service plans and meetings Organizes small group adventure based programming Serves as a resource for DCF reporting Manages the data about children supported by DCF and homeless services or currently working with law enforcement Serves as truancy officer Serves as a member of the Targeted/Intensive Social/Emotional Support team Co-responds to students in crisis Consults at the Universal level around social/emotional supports Supports and coordinates family engagement strategies (i.e. parent nights, learning fairs, etc.) Builds connections to outside agencies Transport parents to school meetings Help parents navigate the education system Supports the efforts of local law enforcement Coordinates parent supports and tools including referrals to outside agencies such as homeless shelters, food stamps, medical providers, school-based academic and emotional support programs, mental health services. Providing services (in collaboration with the Supervisory Union Homeless Liaison) to homeless families and students, such as transportation, medical referrals, clothing, etc. Involve community organizations and businesses in developing and implementing incentive programs for attendance, academic achievement and behavioral improvement. OTHER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists administration in establishing and maintaining school based discipline and a positive learning environment. Any duties as requested by administration to support the school and students PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS: Interpersonal Skills: Effectively works with others, including those with opinions or beliefs different from their own. Interacts with others in a friendly, tactful and positive manner. Treats others with dignity and respect. Builds constructive and supportive relationships with peers. Helps to create an inclusive work environment. Attempts to understand others points of view and is open to new ideas. Team Player: Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies. Organizational/Planning Skills: Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent accuracy & attention to detail. Flexibility/Adaptable: High degree of personal adaptability and flexibility; open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems. Open to new ideas and tasks without resistance; able to deal with new situations well. Versatile and capable of handling diverse assignments. Able to effectively accept constructive criticism. Motivation/Self-Direction: Has a personal drive to succeed. Proven ability to work effectively without specific direction, and with minimal supervision. Driven to identify and implement improvements to systems and practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Emotional Maturity: Able to effectively handle conflict and stress; able to remain calm and professional when challenged or when others disagree. Attitude/Personality/Style: Friendly, helpful and positive disposition; presents a professional image; patient and understanding; takes pride and personal ownership in work; responsive to the needs of others; enthusiastic; good sense of humor; positive outlook and able to see the good in every situation; honest and direct; transparent. Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time; commits to working overtime when needed to meet deadlines. Follows established leave requesting and reporting protocols. Problem Solving Skills: Approaches problems in a positive manner. Views impediments as solvable challenges. Able to identify practical solutions to problems. Able to resolve issues in a fair, equitable and timely manner. Organizational Support: Follows district policies and procedures, rules of conduct, and behavior expectations. Promotes/presents a positive image of the school/district. Dependability: Follows instructions and responds to management direction; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Takes responsibility for own actions. Completes tasks on time or notifies the appropriate person with an alternate plan. Follow through on commitments. Job Knowledge: Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding in the areas of responsibility. Acquires needed skills and knowledge with little reluctance, continuing to grow knowledge base to remain current with new developments and industry best practices. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, in addition to the following: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in social work, counseling, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Three to five years relevant experience in an educational or social services setting is preferred. Background in educational/teaching highly desirable. Certifications and Licenses: Possession of a valid driver’s license. Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance. Language Skills: : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, or regulations. Ability to write reports and correspondence and demonstrate the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, parents, staff and the greater school community is essential. Mathematical and Reasoning Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of algebra, and geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Computer Skills and Experience: Ability to learn and utilize Microsoft Office, Google Workspace (email, calendar, docs, sheets), grading, student information, assessment systems, and new software programs as systems upgrade. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively, efficiently and regularly communicate and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals, including students, peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and representatives of outside organizations. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and handle stress. Have demonstrated experience successfully supporting diverse students, including students of color, multilingual learners, and LGBTQ students. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above, in addition to the following: Under most circumstances, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and sit. The employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb steps; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employees are regularly required to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORKING CONDITIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Central Vermont Supervisory Union is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. CVSU prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in an equal opportunity process. Our organization is committed to building a diverse team that represents the students we serve. We welcome applications from people of color, people from the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities. DISCLAIMER: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Essential duties may change as school, district, legal, or program needs change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Revision Date: 7.1.2022