Student Attendance & Engagement Specialist

Gila-Crossing-Community-School; Komatke (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gila-Crossing-Community-School is seeking an Attendance Specialist to enforce truancy codes and related ordinances for K-12 students. The role focuses on reducing chronic absenteeism, fostering family partnerships, and ensuring data accuracy to support student success.

Responsibilities include monitoring attendance data, educating families on truancy laws, and coordinating with staff to implement support plans while maintaining confidential records and reporting required by tribal authorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; one year of office/clerical support experience; associates degree preferred.
• Experience with basic office procedures, data entry, and computer applications (Word, Excel, Infinite Campus, etc.).
• First Aid/CPR certified; Valid Arizona Driver’s License; ability to pass pre-employment drug test and extensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate daily attendance data to identify students at risk of truancy.
• Track and monitor student attendance data dashboards to identify truancy trends.
• Educate parents and students regarding State, tribal truancy laws and school policies regarding attendance.
• Prepare and document attendance-related complaints with appropriate tribal authorities.
• Coordinate with school staff to implement attendance improvement plans and engage families.

Skills

Office procedures

Data entry

Computer applications

First Aid/CPR

Arizona driver’s license

Background check readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Infinite Campus

Job description

Gila-Crossing-Community-School is seeking an Attendance Specialist to enforce truancy codes and related ordinances for K-12 students. The role focuses on reducing chronic absenteeism, fostering family partnerships, and ensuring data accuracy to support student success.

Responsibilities include monitoring attendance data, educating families on truancy laws, and coordinating with staff to implement support plans while maintaining confidential records and reporting required by tribal authorities.