Attendance & Student Support Specialist

2026-27 Applicant Pool; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke City School District 2026-27 Applicant Pool in Roanoke, Virginia seeks a Student Support Specialist to reduce excessive absenteeism and provide interventions for at-risk students, following school policies and the Code of Virginia.

Responsibilities include home visits, coordinating attendance procedures, collaborating with families, staff, and community resources, and maintaining required documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in Social Work or Guidance Counseling.
• Excellent oral and written communication and computer skills.
• Must have a Virginia driver's license with use of personal car.
• Ability to work with parents and students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor attendance policy implementation per Code of Virginia.
• Provide interventions and support services for identified students.
• Conduct home visits to assess risk factors and implement interventions.
• Coordinate and facilitate Interdisciplinary Student Support Team processes in truancy cases.
• Maintain documentation per Department guidelines.
• Transport students as needed to fulfill duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Spanish (preferred)

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public relations

Planning skills

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Social Work or Guidance Counseling (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Roanoke City School District 2026-27 Applicant Pool in Roanoke, Virginia seeks a Student Support Specialist to reduce excessive absenteeism and provide interventions for at-risk students, following school policies and the Code of Virginia.

Responsibilities include home visits, coordinating attendance procedures, collaborating with families, staff, and community resources, and maintaining required documentation.