Student Success Specialist (PreK-8)

Student Success Specialist (PreK-8) JobID: 6507 Position Type: Non-Instructional Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: Barnard Magnet School (PreK - 8) Additional Information: Show/Hide Student Success Specialist The Student Success Specialist fosters student engagement and well-being by proactively building relationships within the school community to prevent disengagement, reduce classroom disruption, and strengthen attendance. The role fulfills the state requirement for in-school suspension while shifting the focus to proactive intervention, restorative practices, and family engagement. Specialists partner with families through intentional outreach and promote strengths and self-efficacy-based approaches, ensuring students remain connected to school. Reports To: Principal Qualifications: Five years' experience working with children or youth, preferably in urban schools; bachelor's degree preferred. Demonstrated ability to address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students, families, and staff. Knowledge of restorative practices and adolescent development is preferred. Familiarity with student behavior support systems and attendance data tools. Ability to pass and obtain a Registered Behavior Technician Certificate within 3 months of employment. Responsibilities: Build positive relationships with students within the school community to prevent disengagement, reduce disruption, and support re-entry. Supervise and support students assigned to in-school suspension in compliance with state law. Implement restorative conversations and restorative circles to foster belonging and conflict resolution. Conduct and engage families as partners in supporting attendance and student success. Monitor behavior and engagement, providing timely interventions and follow-up. Collaborate with teachers, Care Coordinators, Dropout Prevention, and the Restorative Practices Team to coordinate support. Maintain accurate records of student participation, behavior, and intervention strategies. Document all individual student information in PowerSchool as the primary source of documentation; utilize other behavior data systems Provide behavioral guidance and connect students/families to needed support. Other duties as required or requested Professional Growth and Training Requirements: Participate in district-sponsored training opportunities on restorative practices, data systems, and student engagement strategies. Engage in ongoing professional learning aligned with district priorities for student success and belonging. Terms of Employment: Grant-funded, 10-month position (200 days); Collective Bargaining Union, Local 884: Range 14; 35-hour work week; starting salary of $49,689; evaluation consistent with the collective bargaining agreement and the Board of Education policy. To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7/17/2026