Student Support Specialist - NCHS Success Center
Job Description
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.
Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.
If you are applying for this position using an outside job board (i.e. Indeed), please visit our website directly to apply at www.msdwt.k12.in.us/careers.
JOB DETAILS
| Job Title | Student Support Specialist � NCHS Success Center (1 year position for 2026-2027 school year) |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree required |
| Location | North Central High School |
| Position Start Date | August 4, 2026 |
| Work Schedule | 8:00am � 4:30pm (or otherwise directed by supervisor) |
| Calendar Length | School year � 185 working days (August 4, 2026 - May 28, 2027) |
| FLSA Classification | Salaried, non-exempt |
| Salary/Hourly Rate | $50,000 annually |
| Benefits | Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings. |
JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Position Purpose / Description |
Reporting to the Principal, the Student Support Specialist for the NCHS Success Center is responsible for:
- De-escalating emotionally dysregulated students.
- Implementing strategies for managing trauma informed care.
- Assisting students with completing their assignments, ensure they are meeting academic expectations, and communicate with teachers about progress and missing work.
- Participating in training and professional development activities to stay current on best practices in student behavior management and restorative practices.
- Keeping accurate records of student attendance, behavior and other required documents and submitting them in a timely manner.
- Utilizing data to make informed decisions in regards to student behavior and school processes.
- Creating and monitoring individualized behavioral intervention plans.
- Engaging students in a differentiated experience that serves the students' needs.
- Preparing and executing lessons on regulation strategies, social language skills, social interaction skills, emotional intelligence, emotional expression and communication skills.
- Any other related duties as may be assigned by the building principal.
- Working with teachers in a professional manner to create classroom management strategies.
- Effectively implementing restorative practices.
| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Experience working with students in a school environment, particularly in behavioral or disciplinary settings.
- Certification or training in behavior management or conflict resolution (preferred but not required)
- Knowledge of restorative practices
- Ability to work well with staff and students.
- Ability to connect with students and demonstrate strong relationship building skills
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and provide first aid if necessary.
- Ability to supervise and collaborate with other professionals.
| Education |
- Bachelor's Degree required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT |
PERCENT OF TIME
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = 76% and above
|
Ability to stand for extended periods of time | Very Frequent |
Ability to carry more than 50 pounds | Occasional |
Amount to lift more than 50 pounds | Occasional |
Amount of force to push/pull up to more than 50pounds | Occasional |
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations | Very Frequent |
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter | Very Frequent |
Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels | Very Frequent |
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation | Very Frequent |
Ability to operate office equipment | Very Frequent |
Ability to reach in all directions | Very Frequent |
Climbing | Seldom |
Overhead work | Seldom |
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.