Student Support Specialist - Upper Level

basised; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401k with partial match

Job summary

BASIS Chandler is seeking a Student Support Specialist to enhance a positive school culture and support students' well-being. This role involves managing behavior programs and fostering strong relationships with families.

The ideal candidate will hold at least a Bachelor’s degree and have 3-5 years of experience in a school setting. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, along with a supportive work environment focused on student achievement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a school setting, preferably charter or independent.
• Experience in behavior management or relevant fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in communication with parents and students.
• Organize student arrivals and dismissals.
• Review assessment results for new students.
• Maintain student discipline and document accordingly.
• Communicate with parents regarding student performance.
• Participate in faculty and staff meetings.

Skills

Relationship building skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to analyze data

Excellent judgment and decision-making

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Patience and flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s preferred

Job description

BASIS Chandler Student Support Specialist – Upper Level (2026/27)

Upper-Level Grades Include: 8th - 12th

The Student Support Specialist helps lead the efforts to build and maintain a strong, positive achievement-oriented school culture. This position manages the behavior programs for the school and models how to establish strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families. The Specialist is a visible presence in all areas of the school and is responsible for all issues relating to the well‑being of the students during their time at the school.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s required (Master’s preferred)
• 3-5 years experience in a school setting (charter or independent preferred)
• Behavior management or relevant experience preferred

Primary Responsibilities

• Supports teachers to resolve differences in communication with parents and students
• Organizes students arrival and dismissal
• Organizes and reviews results of assessment of numeracy and reading comprehension and problem solving skills for any new student, state required assessments, Comprehensive or Curriculum Gains BASIS program
• Reviews Progress Reports, Mid‑semester reports
• Organizes and executes student academic and behavior support
• Maintains student discipline and follows through with documentation
• Communicates and meets with parents regarding student performance and/or conduct
• Participates in the development of academic and student schedules
• Participates in the planning and execution of standardized assessments
• Supports teachers in building positive relationships with parents
• Participates in all faculty and staff meetings

Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Ed model
• Relationship building skills
• Ability to effectively analyze data to improve student achievement
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making
• Excellent problem solving and negotiating skills
• Ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintain high professional standards
• Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Patience, flexibility and a sense of humor

Benefits and Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

NOTE: All employees of BASIS Ed are required to obtain and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, [phone].

*As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.