Middle School/High School Student Support Specialist - Attleboro Community Academy

Student Support Specialist

Middle & High School Attleboro Community Academy

Start date: August 25, 2026 (with orientation days prior)

Job Goal: To assist in maintaining a safe and orderly environment for students to learn.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years experience with at-risk youth, preferably in a school setting
• Bachelor's degree
• 7D license preferred

Essential Functions:

• Build positive, supportive relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations and accountability.
• Implement intervention, behavior support, and de-escalation strategies to support student success.
• Provide academic and behavioral support to students individually, in small groups, and within classrooms.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and support staff to develop and implement student support plans.
• Monitor and support student behavior throughout the school day, including classrooms, hallways, common areas, lunch, and restrooms.
• Assist in resolving student conflicts and proactively address issues that impact school culture and safety.
• Support implementation of school-wide systems, routines, behavior expectations, and incentive programs.
• Serve as a liaison between students and staff, helping students effectively communicate concerns and advocate for their needs.
• Report safety concerns, security issues, and illegal or unsafe activities to administration in a timely manner.
• Assist with school-wide events, extracurricular activities, and opening/closing-of-year responsibilities.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet the evolving needs of students and the school community.
• Work independently, identify areas of need, and proactively provide support without requiring direct supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Passion for working with adolescents from diverse backgrounds and supporting their growth academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, compassion, and the ability to balance empathy with accountability.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented in challenging situations.
• Positive energy, initiative, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, core academic content to support student learning across settings.
• Ability to adapt, problem-solve, and respond effectively to the changing needs of students and staff.

Salary Range: $43,192 - $47,397

Applications will be considered when submitted via our online application system with POWERSCHOOL UNIFIED TALENT. Qualified candidates should apply online at Follow the link to Central Office Human Resources, Employment Opportunities, and the job link to TalentEd Hire Pro to apply for this job.

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