Student Support Specialist/Academic Advisor - Interim

Catholic Diocese Of Fort Worth•Fort Worth, TX

56d•Onsite

About The Position

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. General Position Summary: The Specialist fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process with the teacher of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The Specialist provides the appropriate learning atmosphere and activities designed to maximize student competencies and skills for intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual growth toward a successful future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
SPED certification Required
3+ years special education classroom experience
Demonstrates a passion for working with children and fostering their holistic development.
Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Differentiation in target languages
Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
Able to manage student behavior in classroom setting
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form in both targeted language(s)
Able to work well with others in the school community
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction
Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
Detail oriented and organized.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn.
Demonstrated history of good judgement.
Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility.
Works well in a team setting.
Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Microsoft Office 365 / Intermediate to advanced capabilities with a heavy emphasis in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Demonstrated professional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to receive, understand, retain, and complete verbal and written tasks.
Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
Ability to work well with people from a diverse variety of audiences.
Demonstrated ability to skillset to listen empathetically, make peace, and de-escalate.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with Teachers and Learning Support Specialist, facilitate parent meetings to discuss student performance, academic plans, and support strategies
Provide small group and individual academic support for identified students
Regular communication with parents regarding their student’s progress and any concerns
Track and analyze student grades, progression, and other performance metrics
Identify students who may need additional support and develop strategies to address their needs
Support new student orientation by facilitating sessions that provide essential information about program requirements, policies, and resources.
Help develop and deliver parent information sessions
Meet with families to go over support plan in collaboration with learning specialist
Provide teachers with hands on support in implementing accommodation plans
Collaborate with the Learning Specialist to develop and implement intervention plans and accommodations for students with academic, social emotional, and/or behavioral needs.
In collaboration with teachers, devise special strategies for reinforcing material based on an understanding of the needs and abilities of individual students
Collaborate with teachers to ensure support and implementation of Academic and Behavior Intervention Plans
Provide support and resources to teachers to help them effectively meet the needs of students with diverse learning requirements
Aid students when a teacher is out to ensure continuity of instruction and support for students
Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices
Contribute to the development and implementation of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes
Assist with other duties as needed by the principal
Serve as a positive role model for students through appropriate dress, speech and attitude
Promote an environment that fosters a sense of belonging
Collaborate with Learning Specialist and Counselor to run “Brain Break” sessions