What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Support Manager position at Meeting Street Schools?
Who We Are
Meeting Street Schools (MSS), a unique network of four schools across South Carolina, was founded in 2008 on the belief that all students can achieve at high levels and deserve the opportunity to receive a high-quality education, regardless of their socio-economic background. It is our belief that a student’s zip code should not determine a student’s access to quality educational opportunities. At Meeting Street Schools, we believe in a holistic approach to student development and work to provide the experience and resources that facilitate student success in the classroom and beyond. To provide this, we make a twenty-year commitment to students and families, from early childhood education to college access support and scholarships.
Who We're Looking For
We are searching for people who strongly align with our mission and believe all students — regardless of life circumstances– can and will succeed. We seek people who have the motivation, drive, compassion, and commitment to ensure that all students reach their full potential. We hold ourselves to high standards and embrace accountability in our pursuit of outcomes that change the lives of students. High-performing people who desire to join us in our mission to change the status quo of education in South Carolina and prove that higher learning is not only possible but expected are encouraged to apply.
The Role
The Student Support Manager creates an environment where all students can thrive academically by ensuring students receive targeted support, as well as evaluating the support's effectiveness in helping them succeed academically. This role is key in developing, implementing, and coordinating Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) programs to promote academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success. Managing a team of specialists (behavior interventionists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and counselors), you will drive student outcomes through interventions, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. As part of the school leadership team, you will collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to design and implement supports that are aligned with student data and result in life-changing student outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Leadership: Lead, manage, and support the implementation of the MTSS framework at the school. Work closely with teachers and the student support team to identify students needing additional support and ensure compliance with those who already qualify for support.
- Team Management: Ensure that a team of interventionists, specialists, and counselors provide high-quality, targeted support to students that lead to instructional gains.
- Partnership Development: Create strong, trusting partnerships with teachers, students, and families to collaborate on student progress, goals, and intervention.
- Progress Monitoring and Data-Driven Decisions: Oversee progress monitoring of student data and ensure timely and effective interventions are implemented. Use student data (academic, behavioral, and social-emotional) to drive decision-making for interventions and program improvements.
- Professional Development: Develop and implement professional development opportunities for the student support team.
- Leadership & School Management: Actively contribute to school leadership, representing the school to various stakeholders. Support school management tasks and foster a culture of shared responsibility and success.
Skills and Characteristics
- A commitment to themission and valuesof Meeting Street Schools and an unwavering belief that all students can and will succeed
- Understanding of MTSS systems and structures
- Understanding of specific academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and health interventions
- High level of personal organization and planning
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to manage a team to achieve desired outcomes
Educational Background and Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Case management experience is preferred
- Two years of successful prior experience teaching in a homeroom classroom is preferred
The starting salary range for the Student Support Manager is $70,000-$85,000. This role is not performance bonus eligible. Additionally, Meeting Street Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Employee Family Wellness
- Tax Favored Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Retirement Plans
- Referral and Retention Bonuses
At Meeting Street Schools we are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Meeting Street Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor or characteristic protected by applicable law.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
