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PBDA Support & Credit Tracker - High School @ EAST HIGH

Waterloo, IowaOnsiteFull-time
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Title: PBDA Support & Credit Tracker FLSA Status: Exempt Classification: Administrative Support Immediate Supervisor: Building Administrator(s) Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing a personalized learning environment and a comprehensive system of support to remove barriers to learning and graduation, inside and outside of the classroom. Hiring Specifications: Education

• High School diploma or equivalent, required

Certification

• None required

Experience

• Experience working with at-risk youth in an urban setting, required

• Experience working with students with barriers to graduation; preferred

• Experience working effectively with underrepresented populations; preferred

• Experience with de-escalation methods; preferred

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Knowledge of and experience working with a diverse group of people

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as needed

• Ability to demonstrate patience, encouragement and support

• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents, students and community members regardless of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability

• Ability to exercise good judgment in recognizing scope of authority and protecting confidential information

• Solid record keeping and organizational skills; ability to prioritize

• Knowledge of and adhering to school district policies, rules, regulations and discipline practices

• Ability to develop rapport with families, students and staff

• Ability to be proactive with problem solving skills

• Dedicated solution-minded outlook

• Understanding of appropriate resources at school and in the community while following the correct protocol in accessing those resources

Technology Requirements

• Basic computer skills (computer navigation, email, web browser, Employee Portal)

• Intermediate computer skills (Google Suites, search function, student information systems, basis promethean)

• High computer skills (familiarity with Education Tech Tools, Informational systems specific to position

• Ability to reach all skill levels listed if not already acquired

Supervision of Others:

• N/A

Personal Contacts:

• All district staff

• Students and families

• Community members

Job Duties:

• Assists families with appropriate solutions to barriers presented (i.e., accessing and navigating childcare, transportation, housing, etc.).

• Proactively connects with families when students demonstrate signs of graduation risk factors.

• Travels to homes as needed.

• Documents conversations and attempts on Infinite Campus.

• Relays information from school to family & family to school (i.e., graduation requirements (Core vs. Standard), After Hours, Summer School, Success Street, etc.).

• Connects at least monthly with students to monitor progress.

• Tracks students' graduation requirements.

• Collects and analyzes data as needed.

• Celebrates students' success.

• Participate in team meetings to monitor student progress, discuss student concerns and collaborate on curriculum.

• Emphasizes goal setting/decision making and self-improvement skills.

• Provides guidance in students' selection of careers, academic progress and employability skills.

• Assists with coordinating with outside agencies that can assist students with a variety of needs.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

NEVER 0% OCCASIONAL 1-32% FREQUENT 33-66% CONSTANT 67%+

A. Standing X

B. Walking X

C. Sitting X

D. Bending/Stooping X

E. Pushing/Pulling X

F. Reaching X

G. Climbing/Stairs X

H. Driving X

I. Lifting Up to 25 lbs.

J. Carrying Up to 25 lbs.

K. Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone X

Computer X

Other X

L. Working Conditions

Inside X

Outside X

Extremes in temp/humidity X

Terms of Employment: 183-day contract per Board policy and administrative guidelines. Date Last Revised: 9/21/2026

Skills

Student ServicesPupil Personnel WorkerSupport StaffSupervisory Aide

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