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Attendance Coordinator

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of them teachers.  CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.  In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity.  Six core values are embedded within these commitments – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

Job Summary: 

• Set attendance as a high priority for students and staff,
• Provide quality customer service to parents,Staff, community and students,
• Have working knowledge and implementation of the CPS mandatedAttendance Intervention Timeline,
• Keep up to date records for IDs and schedules,
• Give professional Development concerning attendance activities,
• Troubleshoot and problem solve attendance issues
• Correct attendance errors and update teachers on efficient submission practices,
• Reinstate students
• Input homeless information in accordance to Homeless Policies.

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are preferred: 

• Ability to apply critical thinking skills when faced with challenges in order to problem solve and arrive at a solution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with school staff
• Proficient in the use of digital technology
• Capable of maintaining professionalism in various situations
• Strong work ethic and drive to successfully complete assigned tasks
  Required Education:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.