Description

SUMMARY:

The Attendance Liaison is responsible for monitoring student attendance, identifying patterns of chronic absenteeism, and working with students, families, and staff to promote regular attendance. The role involves building relationships with students and families, identifying barriers to attendance, and connecting them with appropriate school or community resources. The Attendance Liaison ensures that attendance policies are understood and followed, and implements strategies to improve overall attendance rates.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

1. Attendance Monitoring:
   • Monitor daily student attendance records and identify students with chronic absenteeism, tardiness, or truancy.
   • Analyze attendance data to identify trends, patterns, and potential risk factors.
   • Collaborate with school administrators and teachers to ensure timely and accurate attendance reporting.
2. Student and Family Outreach:
   • Contact students and families to discuss attendance issues, explain the importance of regular attendance, and address any concerns or barriers.
   • Conduct home visits when necessary to engage with families and encourage attendance.
   • Provide information on school policies, procedures, and legal requirements related to attendance.
3. Intervention and Support:
   • Identify barriers to regular attendance, such as transportation issues, health concerns, family circumstances, or academic challenges, and connect students and families with resources or services.
   • Work with school counselors, social workers, and other support staff to create individualized attendance improvement plans.
   • Develop and implement attendance incentive programs to motivate students to attend school regularly.
4. Collaboration with School Staff:
   • Work with teachers, counselors, and school administrators to address attendance concerns and develop strategies for individual students.
   • Participate in Student Support Team (SST) meetings and provide input on attendance interventions for students who are struggling.
   • Ensure that school staff are aware of attendance policies and understand how to implement them.
5. Communication and Documentation:
   • Maintain clear and accurate records of student attendance, interventions, and communication with students and families.
   • Prepare reports for school leadership on attendance trends, interventions, and outcomes.
   • Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about attendance expectations and student progress.
6. Legal and Policy Compliance:
   • Ensure compliance with district and state attendance policies, including truancy laws and reporting requirements.
   • Work with the legal department, social services, or other agencies if necessary to address severe attendance issues.
   • Assist in preparing documentation for court proceedings related to truancy when applicable.
7. Community Engagement:
   • Build relationships with community organizations and resources that can support students and families facing barriers to attendance.
   • Engage with local services such as transportation authorities, health services, and after-school programs to support student attendance.
   • Organize and participate in community outreach events aimed at promoting school attendance.
8. Professional Development:
   • Stay current with best practices and research related to improving student attendance.
   • Participate in professional development and training sessions related to attendance, student engagement, and family support.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (required), with relevant experience in working with students and families.

Experience:

• Experience working in education, social services, or a related field, with a focus on student attendance or family engagement.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including students at risk of dropping out or facing attendance challenges.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with students, families, and staff.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement strategic interventions.
  • Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with a diverse range of families and communities.