Student Support Specialist at Maya Angelou PCS SY 25

Description
The Organization
Maya empowers opportunity and justice-involved youth to transform the trajectory of their lives. We do this by engaging each of our scholars in a restorative, relevant school experience that prioritizes personalized academic support, well-being, and preparation for the post-Maya pathway of their choice. With an education in our network of schools, our scholars will do more than succeed – they will thrive

If you are interested in learning more about Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation, please visit our website at

The Touchstone
At the Maya Angelou Schools, the key to our success is rooted in building trusting, respectful, and nurturing relationships with each other. We strive to create safe spaces for all to be able to reach their limitless potential. We are at our best when we work together to ensure the unique needs of our community are met. We empower each other to grow successfully so we can see forever This is how we live the Maya Way, even when no one is watching.

Position Overview
The Student Support Specialist will serve as a support specialist, data lead, enrollment support, and school culture support as needed within their assigned grade levels. Each specialist is required to work collaboratively with all school personnel (teachers, administrators, support staff) to remove the barriers that prevent students from accessing instruction. Some of those barriers may include: attendance challenges, academic and instructional needs, engagement issues, lack of basic needs, and personal matters that impede their ability to have a healthy school experience. We believe that every student benefits from having dedicated professionals whose major responsibility is a student's emotional growth and well-being. This position reports to the Principal and works collaboratively with the Academic Dean of the High School campus.

Requirements
Responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Be Limited To

• Oversee a caseload of students for a specific grade level.
• Maintain comprehensive records for assigned students.
• Collaborate with academic staff, counselors, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Monitor daily/weekly attendance, behavior, and academic performance.
• Implement, support, and lead the MTSS process to identify and address student needs through tiered interventions.
• Address truancy through, but not limited to, calls, letters, reports, and coordination with state agencies.
• Partner with Special Education for data validation and truancy tracking.
• Support and coordinate Student Support Team (SST) meetings and Student Success Talks.
• Develop and lead student engagement initiatives (e.g., field trips, group meetings, competitions).
• Assist with student town halls and observe student behavior regularly.
• Work with teachers to support academic and behavioral improvement through targeted interventions.
• Schedule and facilitate conferences with students, families, and community partners.
• Participate in student-related conferences and re-entry meetings.
• Collaborate with the Postsecondary Department on student internship transitions.
• Support students and families during virtual or remote learning phases.
• Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders.
• Conduct routine home visits for attendance and engagement follow-up.
• Help students build social-emotional skills and confidence.
• Enforce school-wide rules and expectations.
• Escalate attendance and behavioral concerns to leadership when necessary.
• Adhere to weekly schedules and maintain consistent communication with school leadership.
• Attend required meetings and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Knowledge And Skills

• Demonstrates uncompromising ethics and personal integrity by adhering to the highest standards of ethical behavior.
• Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills (both oral and written).
• Excellent case management skills.
• Prior direct service experience working with truant and disconnected youth.
• Demonstrates team spirit, initiative, and a willingness to collaborate with all members of the school community.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• History of effectively assessing the psycho-educational needs of students and families.
• Strong problem-solving and crisis intervention skills.
• Comprehensive computer skills: MS Word, data entry, and an understanding of a variety of programs necessary to meet the requirements of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, psychology, counseling, or related field (required)
• Experience working with opportunity youth in an academic setting
• Experience working in community-based mental health, family health/mental health, and or school setting
• Experience working with opportunity and justice-involved youth
• Experience with computer systems and data entry (i.e., MS Word, PowerSchool, etc.) Preferred
• Valid driver's license to travel to student homes and community resources

Salary And Benefits
Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation salaries are comparable to those of other public charter schools in the District of Columbia area. In addition, we offer a robust benefits plan, including health care coverage, HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts, voluntary dental and vision, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability options, commuter benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan with employer contribution offered after 1 year of service, along with the opportunity to positively impact students with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.

See Forever is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff.

Salary Range
$55, $65,000.00