Student Support Staff Position Available In Manatee, Florida

Student Support Staff Manatee School For the Arts 700 Haben Boulevard, Palmetto, FL 34221

JOB GOAL:

To support disciplinary procedures and policies to ensure a safe and orderly environment at the High School and Middle School level.

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience working in education or any other related field is preferred. Minimum of a High School Diploma is required College credits towards a major in Education or other related field is preferred. Communication skills in both English and Spanish is preferred.

REPORTS TO

Dean of Students

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to read, interpret, and enforce MSA’s Code of Student Conduct, and appropriate state and federal statutes. Ability to demonstrate effective skills of listening, speaking, and writing. Ability to communicate effectively and work in a positive manner with children and peers Ability to use computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google Platform among others. Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. Demonstrates a mature responsible attitude necessary for the position

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

: Support and assist students in managing their behavior and in achieving their social and behavioral targets both in and outside the classroom. Assist individual students experiencing difficulties in managing their behavior by supporting them outside the classroom/social group Assist students back into the classroom/social group when they have regained management of their behavior Set a good example to students through own presentation and personal and professional conduct. Support administration and faculty in establishing and maintaining a purposeful learning atmosphere and setting high expectations for students’ behavior Contribute to developing and implementing of policy and good practice for behavioral support which reflects the school’s commitment to high achieving and effective teaching and learning Ensure that support for the behavior management of students is consistent with the school’s Code of Conduct; sharing good practice with colleagues Assist in establishing good relationships with parents and caretakers and provide information about social and behavioral progress and Maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of school-related matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential or sensitive information Undertake tasks of a similar nature as directed by the Dean of Students. Maintain comprehensive files on each student requiring disciplinary action and maintain records for adults.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 15 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects. Ability to stand, climb stairs, ramps, work outside and inside, work with extreme noise on occasion, and walk around campus.

Position Type:

10 months employee Follows school calendar Paid holidays

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Experience:

working with children/young adults: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 – $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person