Job Description

TITLE: Student Services Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Certified (194 Days/Certified Teacher Benefits)

LOCATION: Decatur Township School for Excellence (DTSE)

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The Student Services Coordinator at Decatur Township School for Excellence (DTSE) plays a critical leadership role in fostering a positive, safe, and student-centered environment. This position focuses on behavior management, MTSS implementation, student supports at the secondary level, and coordination of virtual learning programs. The Dean ensures consistent discipline practices, supports staff and students, manages testing and attendance processes, and contributes to the school's overall culture of excellence.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

Valid Indiana administrative (preferred) or secondary teaching license (or eligibility required). Demonstrated experience in student discipline, MTSS coordination, and student support services. Knowledge of restorative practices, trauma-informed approaches, and social-emotional learning. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Experience with online learning environments or virtual education preferred.

Educational Responsibilities:

Provide instruction as needed. Supervise building operations daily in the following areas: hallway, breakfast, lunch, and bus duties. Manage student behavior throughout the building and assign appropriate consequences for teacher referrals. Enforce school discipline policies, behavioral expectations, and the student dress code. Investigate incidents involving student misconduct, including reviewing video footage and collecting statements in collaboration with the school SRO. Maintain accurate records of disciplinary actions and communicate outcomes to staff, parents, and students. Implement and support restorative practices as alternatives to suspension, promoting accountability and growth. Sweep and monitor restrooms regularly to ensure a safe and respectful environment. Coordinate with School Resource Officers (SROs) and law enforcement when necessary. Field parent calls regarding discipline, academics, and student concerns, maintaining professional communication and resolution. Serve on District Behavioral Threat Assessment Team Serve on the Attendance Team to develop and enforce attendance interventions and truancy prevention plans. Develop and monitor Success Plans in collaboration with families and staff for students with chronic behavior or attendance challenges. Facilitate collaboration among counselors, teachers, and support staff to identify student needs and plan interventions. Stand in for the principal when necessary to ensure continuity of leadership and operations. Represent DTSE at after-school events, district activities, and community functions. Participate as an active member of the Leadership Team and Safety Committee. Attend monthly safety meetings at the Central Office and coordinate with DHAA, Tech, and Excel Center on safety drills.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators. Provide instruction as needed. Build and sustain positive relationships with students, emphasizing trust, connection, and accountability. Promote a culture of belonging and academic focus that supports student growth and success. Model professionalism, empathy, and consistency in all interactions.


Note: The above description illustrates tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive for every task or responsibility.