Student Support Manager at Community Child Guidance Clinic, Inc
Manchester, CT
About the Job
DEPARTMENT: Education
SUPERVISED BY: Education Director
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Transportation Teaching Assistants
JOB SUMMARY
The School Support Manager plays a crucial role in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment at the CCGC School by overseeing all operations relative to safety and support. This full-time, exempt position reports to the Education Director and is responsible for supervising Transportation Teaching Assistants. The School Support Manager should have a deep understanding of DEI principles and practices and should be able to effectively communicate with co-workers, students, and families from diverse backgrounds. They should possess exceptional interpersonal skills and be committed to promoting a culture of respect, inclusivity, and belonging.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for assisting, supporting, mentoring, and supervising any crisis intervention situation at the school.
- Provide formal supervision to all Transportation Teaching Assistants.
- Schedule routine team meetings.
- Provides appropriate oversight for the coordination of drop-off and pick-up times.
- Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, breaks, assemblies, community activities, field trips, play periods, and teacher conferences.
- Assists teachers in implementing behavior programs; data collection; monitors student's behavior; monitors the classroom in the absence of the teacher and provides coverage as needed.
- Review and approve hours for Transportation Teaching Assistants.
- Participates in development opportunities.
- Responsible for the assignment and maintenance of school radios and headsets.
- Collaborates with teachers in the preparation of Teaching Assistant evaluations.
- Responsible for the collection and safekeeping of student cell phones.
- Input data to the State Department of Education (SDE) data collection website for student restraints and seclusions
- Provides CPI training as required.
- Receives school employee callouts and notifications for being tardy through agency-provided cell phone. Informs appropriate teacher and discusses plan to provide support for the absence.
- Review van safety inspections and travel logs and request required materials from the Facility Manager.
- Coordinate yearly van inspections with the Facility Manager.
- Coordinate scheduling driving courses, physical exams, and fingerprinting for all eligible drivers with Admin Facility Manager.
- Review driving reports generated by Samsara and address any concerns.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Certification/Licensure: Crisis Prevention & Intervention Trainer.
- The minimum experience is between 3-5 years in the supervision of direct care staff.
- The position requires moderate physical activity, such as sitting, traveling, walking, driving, and computer usage.
- The position requires working independently, organizing tasks, problem-solving, making decisions, and handling multiple priorities.
- Desire to work with a diverse population of students, families, and providers.
- Cultural sensitivity and understanding of youth and family issues.
- Have a valid Connecticut Driver’s License
- Able to obtain V endorsement to transport school children.
Rev. 11/2023