Attendance Coordinator

Attendance Coordinator

Great Oaks Charter School - Bridgeport  |  District

About Great Oaks Charter School, Bridgeport

Three things are true about us.

One. A child's zip code should not determine their future.

We are a tuition-free public charter school in Bridgeport, built on three pillars: Mastery, Leadership, and Community. Our embedded AmeriCorps tutoring program puts an extra adult in every ELA and Math classroom because small-group instruction should not be a luxury reserved for private schools. 

We are not a place that lowers expectations to match circumstances.

Two. We invest in the adults who invest in our students.

Every staff member, in every role, is supported by dedicated academic coaches, real professional development, and a culture where colleagues actually show up for one another. You will not be left to figure it out alone. 

We are not interested in burning people out and replacing them. We are interested in building careers.

Three. We are building something for Bridgeport that did not exist before we got here.

What you do at Great Oaks today shapes what is possible for our students tomorrow. That is not a slogan. That is the job. 

We are not finished.

If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, keep reading.

Position Summary

Great Oaks Charter School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Attendance Coordinator to join our team. The Attendance Coordinator will play a vital role in promoting student attendance and engagement by providing support and intervention to students and families, while also managing and analyzing attendance data to help inform schoolwide decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, experience working with youth and families, and the ability to use data to identify attendance trends and areas of concern. As this position requires home visits, a valid driver's license and reliable transportation are essential.

What You Will Actually Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students struggling with attendance issues.

• Conduct home visits to address attendance concerns and provide support to families.

• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and support staff to develop strategies for improving student attendance.

• Implement attendance intervention programs and initiatives to promote regular school attendance.

• Connect families with community resources and support services to address barriers to attendance.

• Conduct student check-ins and provide mentoring and support to help students overcome attendance challenges.

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, outreach, and intervention efforts.

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to address attendance concerns and provide support.

• Manage and track attendance data using Excel, PowerSchool, and other approved school systems.

• Generate and review attendance reports to monitor daily attendance, chronic absenteeism, tardiness, and other key attendance indicators.

• Analyze attendance trends by student, grade level, or other relevant groups to identify students requiring additional intervention.

• Prepare and present attendance data to school leadership, teachers, student support teams, and other stakeholders as needed.

• Work collaboratively with school leadership and the Data Coordinator to ensure attendance records and reports are accurate, timely, and consistent as part of the Student Attendance Team.

• Use attendance data to monitor the effectiveness of interventions and support data-informed decisions regarding attendance initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, counseling, or a related field preferred.

• Previous experience working with youth and families, particularly in an educational or social services setting.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to build rapport with students and families from diverse backgrounds.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and student information systems; experience with Excel and PowerSchool preferred.

• Ability to analyze information, identify trends, and clearly communicate findings to various stakeholders.

• Knowledge of community resources and support services for families.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• Commitment to the mission and values of Great Oaks Charter School.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Competitive salary range: $45,000 - $55,000, based on experience.

• Certified staff remain part of the CT Pension System.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision options.

• 403(b) Plan.

• Life insurance.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability.

• Paid Time Off.

• Holiday Pay.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and education.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Meaningful connections with fellow educators, students, families, and the community.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Great Oaks Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.