Status: Exempt, Full-Time, Calendar Year

Overall Objectives

The Student Development and Family Liaison provides leadership and coordination for student support systems that promote positive student development, well-being, and academic success. This position works collaboratively with school leadership, staff, and families to foster a safe and supportive learning environment, strengthen family engagement, and ensure consistent behavioral expectations across the school community.

The Student Development and Family Liaison oversees multiple student support departments and programs, coordinates school safety efforts, and serves as a key resource for staff and families in addressing student behavioral, social, and organizational needs.

Principal Roles & Responsibilities

Student Support & Behavior Management

• Promotes a positive school climate by establishing and supporting clear behavioral expectations for students.
• Provides educational lessons, activities, and guidance that support positive behavior outcomes and healthy student development.
• Supports teachers and staff in addressing student behavior concerns and assists with interventions when additional support is needed.
• Provides direct support to students who require assistance with organization, study skills, and self-management in order to support academic success.
• Coordinates responses to behavioral concerns and collaborates with staff to develop appropriate interventions.
• Works with staff and families to develop behavior support plans when necessary.
• Collaborates regularly with Special Education staff and counselors to implement preventative strategies and support student needs.
• Maintains accurate documentation of significant behavior incidents and interventions.
• Enters major behavior infractions into Infinite Campus and prepares annual reports for submission to the Minnesota Department of Education in compliance with reporting requirements.

Family Engagement & Communication

• Serves as a primary point of contact for families regarding student development, behavioral concerns, and school support resources.
• Schedules and facilitates meetings with parents and appropriate staff to address student concerns and develop collaborative solutions.
• Builds positive relationships with students and families to foster trust and open communication.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships with outside agencies, community organizations, and service providers that may support students and families.
• Supports the development and communication of policies and expectations outlined in the student and family handbook.
• Provides guidance and support to students in developing responsibility, self-discipline, and positive decision-making skills.

Department Leadership & Program Oversight

• Provides leadership, supervision, and coordination across several student support and student life programs. 
• Supervises the School Counseling Department, including school counselors, supporting student social-emotional development and academic success.
• Oversees the Health Office, including the School Nurse and Health Paraprofessionals.
• Oversees the Extended Learning Program, including Aftercare services and program coordination.
• Supervises after-school athletics programs, ensuring appropriate organization and supervision of activities.
• Supervises the Student Life and Activities Department, including the Student Activities Coordinator and Dragon Life Organization.
• Supervises the Student Development & Family Support team, including behavior interventionists who provide targeted behavioral support to students.
• Supervises recess supervisors and lunchroom monitors, ensuring consistent expectations for student supervision during non-instructional times.
• Ensures coordination and communication across departments to support student well-being and school-wide consistency.

Building Safety & Crisis Management

• Serves as the leader of the school’s Crisis Management Team.
• Works closely with the Executive Director to plan, coordinate, and implement school safety procedures.
• Provides leadership and coordination during emergency situations to ensure the safety of students and staff.
• Updates the school Safety Manual annually.
• Plans and implements required safety drills throughout the school year.
• Provides annual staff training on safety procedures and emergency protocols.
• Attends safety trainings and collaborates with local agencies as appropriate. 

School Operations & Collaboration

• Collaborates with school leadership to support consistent implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Participates in leadership team meetings and contributes to school-wide planning and decision-making.
• Uses data related to student behavior, attendance, and engagement to inform decision-making and support continuous improvement.
• Supports school initiatives that strengthen student engagement, well-being, and community building.
• Ensures that supervision structures are in place to maintain a safe and orderly school environment

Professional Conduct

• Upholds professional and ethical standards in all interactions, maintaining confidentiality and respect in all matters, including student-related information and sensitive organizational topics.
• Models and encourages all behavior outlined by the Board-approved Professional Conduct Policy.
• Maintains confidentiality in all areas related to students.
• Demonstrates reliability and good judgment.
• Participates in required training and ongoing relevant professional development.
• Commitment to Yinghua Academy’s mission, values, and guiding principles.
• Maintains a professional image and a positive attitude.
• Completes responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Meets set objectives and goals and requires minimal supervision.
• Takes pride in work and is committed to quality.

Additional Information

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. The employee may perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or school leadership to support the needs of the school.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Kavira (direct-to-employer healthcare), Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance.

Yinghua Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Yinghua Academy District 4140-07 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.yinghuaacademy.org/ourteamadministration/school-management/

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Experience working with students in an educational setting, preferably in student services, counseling, behavior support, or school administration
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating student support programs preferred
• Knowledge of student behavior support strategies and school discipline policies
• Familiarity with student information systems such as Infinite Campus preferred
• Ability to use technology and data systems to support communication, documentation, and program coordination
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to manage, lead, and support multiple departments and programs simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Employee Requirements

Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, criminal background checks and reference checks