Communities In Schools (CIS) Site Coordinator – Itinerant

Communities In Schools (CIS) Site Coordinator - Itinerant JobID: 73142 Position Type: Administration (Educator)/CoordinatorDate Posted: 9/3/2026Location: Pocahontas County Schools Closing Date: 09/10/2026County: Pocahontas County Schools Additional Information: Show/HidePOSITION: Communities In Schools (CIS) Site Coordinator â Itinerant LOCATION: 0.5 FTE â Pocahontas County High School 0.5 FTE â Marlinton Middle School REPORTS TO: Head Principal, Assistant Principal, Director of Attendance, Child Nutrition, Assessment, CTE and Student AffairsEVALUATION: Performance shall be evaluated in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310 and applicable Pocahontas County Schools evaluation proceduresFLSA STATUS: ExemptSALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountyschoolswv.sites.thrillshare.com for pay scales and benefits information. Term of employment: Effective upon Board approval for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. The annual term of employment shall be 200 days, subject to continued funding and program needs.In accordance with West Virginia Code §18A-2-7b, Pocahontas County Schools will be implementing the "Stay Put Rule." The WV Legislature has determined that frequent teacher changesâespecially in elementary gradesâare not in the best interest of students. As a result, the Legislature intends to minimize personnel transfers between professional positions within the 20 days leading up to the start of the instructional term. However, the county board, based on the superintendent's recommendation, may approve filling a position during this period if it is deemed to serve the best interest of the students. JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Communities In Schools (CIS) Site Coordinator is responsible for implementing the Communities In Schools model of Integrated Student Supports within assigned school(s). The Site Coordinator works collaboratively with school administrators, staff, families, community partners, and service providers to identify and address barriers to student success. Through a comprehensive system of prevention, intervention, and support services, the Site Coordinator helps improve student attendance, behavior, academic achievement, engagement, and overall well-being. QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Human Services, Sociology, or a related field; or demonstrated equivalent experience in education, youth development, social services, or a related field.Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-10 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESImplementation of the Communities In Schools ModelImplement the Communities In Schools Integrated Student Supports Model with fidelity at assigned school location(s).Facilitate and lead a School Support Team composed of school administrators, teachers, counselors, social workers, attendance personnel, families, community partners, volunteers, and other stakeholders.Conduct and facilitate annual school-wide needs assessments utilizing available academic, attendance, behavioral, climate, and other relevant data to identify barriers affecting student success.Develop, implement, monitor, and revise a comprehensive School Support Plan aligned with identified student and school needs and school improvement goals.Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, teachers, attendance personnel, and student support staff to identify students at risk of academic failure, chronic absenteeism, behavioral concerns, social-emotional challenges, or other barriers to success.Coordinate and implement Tier I school-wide supports, programs, and enrichment opportunities designed to improve school climate, attendance, engagement, academic success, and student well-being.Coordinate and implement Tier II targeted interventions for groups of students requiring additional support.Conduct student needs assessments and develop individualized support plans for identified Tier III students.Provide ongoing case management services for identified students, including goal setting, progress monitoring, advocacy, and coordination of services.Maintain regular communication with parents, guardians, and families to support student success and encourage family engagement in the educational process.Coordinate referrals and connections to community-based resources, social services, health providers, behavioral health providers, mentoring programs, and other support services.Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, volunteers, and community service providers to expand resources available to students and families.Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers, mentors, tutors, and community partners in accordance with district policies and CIS expectations.Maintain and regularly update a directory of community resources and service providers available to support students and families.Monitor the effectiveness of services and interventions using student outcome data, attendance records, behavioral data, academic performance, and other indicators.Lead the School Support Team in regularly reviewing services, evaluating outcomes, and adjusting supports as necessary to maximize effectiveness.Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential student records, case management files, referrals, program documentation, and service logs.Enter and maintain required data within the Communities In Schools Data Management System (CISDM) and other required reporting systems.Collect, analyze, and report program and student outcome data to demonstrate program effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts.Prepare and submit all required local, state, and national Communities In Schools reports within established timelines.Coordinate and support activities, events, and initiatives that promote positive school climate, student engagement, attendance, family involvement, and overall school success.Participate in required Communities In Schools, district, state, and professional development trainings, meetings, conferences, and activities.Maintain confidentiality of student, family, and personnel information in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures.Serve as a positive role model and advocate for students while promoting an inclusive, supportive, and culturally responsive learning environment.Perform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned by the supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members. WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. TO APPLY:Pocahontas County Schools only accepts bids electronically for all jobs. However, if you need assistance with your application, please contact the Pocahontas County Schools Board of Education office at (304) 799-4505. You may apply online directly from the WVDE website, or from our district website at https://boe.pocahontas.k12.wv.us/page/employment. To be considered for any position, bids must be submitted by the bid closing time on the last day of the posting for the desired position. All bids are posted a minimum of five business days. Equal Opportunity EmployerPocahontas County Schools will grant equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, or handicap, and there will be no discrimination based on these factors in the salary, promotion, demotion, or termination of any employee. Any discrimination concerns should be directed in writing to the Personnel Director, Pocahontas County Schools, 404 Old Buckeye Rd, Buckeye, WV 24924.