Leona Group Schools are a group of schools ranging from Preschool to High School uniquely designed for their communities. Schools meet each child where they are, responding to their unique circumstances and addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs. Our schools are more than teams of effective educators we are mentors, advisors, and caring adults for our students, guiding them to take control of their learning and lives. Our schools are focused on creating meaningful relationships with families and collaborating with community-based organizations, providing opportunities and resources that increase our students' safety, stability, and success. Are you a passionate educator ready to find your place on our dedicated team?

Join our team of educators at one of our unique campuses across Arizona and decide where you will make a difference!

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Student Success Specialist implements the school’s initiatives while providing support services in the areas such as: student attendance, academic performance, behavior and health. Communicate with teachers, parents, students, and support staff regarding student issues in the areas of attendance and academics. This position will be heavily monitored by the school as much of the duties and responsibilities are essential to meeting compliance requirements for the state of Arizona.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Ensure that all new students complete new student orientation requirements and follow up with new students after a two week period to gauge student adjustment to our campus and adjust students’ academic plans if needed.
• Complete athletic grade checks are completed weekly and communicated to all coaches, students and parents.
• Collect, interpret and use student attendance data to develop strategies addressing dropout prevention.
• Collaborate with the attendance clerk, counselor, and school administration.
• Maintain a collaborative network among school guidance, attendance, and schoolbased services support.
• Serve as a liaison between teachers, parents, students, support staff and the community regarding educational programs, services and various student issues; assist in coordinating and arranging various programs and services to meet the needs of students.
• Provide outreach, liaison and guidance services to assist in resolving student issues and problems in areas such as attendance, academics, behavior and health; work with parents, teachers and others in developing and implementing strategies, goals and objectives for resolving student issues.
• Contact parents to discuss student needs, issues and progress and provide assistance in meeting student goals and objectives; follow up on student issues, progress and problems with staff, teachers and others to assure needs are being met.
• Attend and participate in various meetings as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution

• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school and state

• Relevant teaching experience

• Knowledge of relevant technology

• IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Fluency in Spanish (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

The Leona Group is an equal opportunity employer with a continuing policy to ensure that fair and equal employment opportunities are extended to all persons without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.