Student Support Coordinator: Timberland Charter Academy (NHA, Muskegon)

Communities In Schools Michigan

Communities In Schools Michigan

Customer Service

Muskegon, MI, USA

USD 40k-40k / year

Posted on Mar 31, 2026
POSITION OVERVIEW: Reports to the Program Director. The Student Support Coordinator is responsible for implementation of the CIS Model at the assigned school. Initial Implementation Role: In April-June 2024, the Student Support Coordinator (SSC) will collaborate with the Program Director to conduct Needs Assessments (NA) and Support Plans (SP) for schools that are new to the CIS partnership (4 schools in Benton Harbor). The NA and SP process will involve regular travel to these school sites and communication with school- and district-level staff, students, families, and community members, plus detailed writeups in the data management system. Additionally, the SSC will work with the Program Director to design and implement Tier I supports April-September 2024. Beyond September 2024, the SSC will be responsible for implementing the CIS Model at their assigned school (Benton Harbor High School). QUALIFICATIONS: Highly recommended experience in education programs or school settings and/or working with children and adolescents; commitment to educational equity; adaptability; excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills; strong relationship-building skills; ability to work with CIS and district/school staff, students, and families. Build and Maintain Effective Relationships: Develop relationships with school staff, parents, volunteers, and community partners; provide orientations/trainings; complete annual School Needs Assessment, implement a School Support Plan, and launch a School Support Team; organize family engagement and student activities; collaborate within and beyond school sites; communicate effectively using tools like Restorative Practices. Coordinate Needed Services & Provide Case Management Services: Design and coordinate Tier I, II, III supports; broker resources; provide case management across support categories (academics, basic needs, behavioral interventions, college/career readiness, physical/mental health, social/life skills); monitor attendance, behavior, coursework, and SEL; advocate for access to resources; provide referrals; maintain secure case files. Collect, Report, and Analyze Data: Enter data and complete required reports using CISDM; adjust School Support Plans based on data; evaluate effectiveness; create midyear and end-of-year reports. Implementation: Support programming in new schools (Needs Assessments and Support Plans) and provide initial Tier I supports. WORKING CONDITIONS: Full-time, in-person presence in assigned school and other district sites as needed; must have reliable transportation; consistent attendance; ability to meet deadlines. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate; employee cell phone reimbursement ($30/month); Employee Health Insurance covered at 100% and access to employee paid insurance for dependents; stipend for medical coverage opt-out; access to employee paid vision, dental, and life insurance; employer paid short-term disability and access to employee paid long-term disability; 401k employer match up to 3.5%; school holidays and the month of July off, plus one sick day a month; Salary: $40,000; Job Type: Full-time; Pay: $40,000. Ability to Relocate: Muskegon, MI 49442: Relocate before starting work (Required). Work Location: In person. To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to the Hiring Manager at mix@cismichigan.org.