Student Advocate - Hardin High School

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the 2025-26 school year:

STUDENT ADVOCATE – Hardin High School

Fulltime position w/benefits (medical/dental insurance, flex benefits, vacation & sick leave, paid holidays, and retirement). 

APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:

District Online Employment Application

Three (3) Work Related References

Complete application and submit documentation listed above online at: https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete applications will be considered.

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PACKET:

Open Until Filled

SCHOOL DISTRICTS 17H & 1

CLASSIFIED POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:       Student Advocate

FACILITY:                  Hardin High School

REPORTS TO:            Principal, Federal Programs Director

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The Student Advocate advocates for students and parents to assist with situations they may encounter in the pursuit of their or their students’ education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor student attendance and communicate with student and / or parents’ concerns, solutions, and assist with remedies

Assist students and / or parents with possible feasibility and goal setting ideas to improve students’ grades and ability to graduate on time

Assist pregnant and parenting teens to attend school regularly, reduce their tardiness, gain credits, and achieve parenting skills

Assist the Parent Involvement Committee to enhance parent involvement at Hardin High School

Assist in the identification and intervention strategies to aid at risk students

Mentor students as appropriate

Refer students to appropriate agencies to fulfill a particular need

Accompany students or parents to appointments to provide support and local transportation as necessary Contact parents as necessary to gain documentation approval and parent signatures

Maintain documentation of daily activities

Participate in committees as assigned

Only minimum duties and responsibilities are listed.  Other duties and responsibilities may be required as given or assigned

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Associates Degree

Valid Driver License / Insured Driver

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of general concepts of child growth development and behavioral characteristics

Knowledge of public education goals and objectives

Knowledge of the community dynamics and the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with a diverse population

Knowledge of computer systems and computer applications and ability to apply basic computer skills

Ability to demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm, positive, and receptive attitude toward parents and children

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, building staff and school community

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to be flexible in scheduling and planning

Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities

Ability to handle stressful situations

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student matters

Ability to perform duties with an awareness of all District requirements and Board policies

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, various software, copier, calculator, telephone, general school/office equipment, vehicle

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, occasionally walk and stand. Will lift and carry equipment and objects. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Will travel from building to other sites.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described within this position description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The information in the position description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the School District.

School Districts 17H & 1

Our Districts have strong academic programs utilizing a variety of techniques for our students. There are programs for special education students and   vocational students. There are a variety of music, drama, art, and sports opportunities for students of all ages. We are a Class A district, pre-kindergarten through 12^th grade, with approximately 1,800 students. The student body is 80% Native American.

Our Schools:

Crow Agency Public School – Early Childhood-Grade 5

Hardin Primary School – Early Childhood-Grade 2

Hardin Intermediate School – Grades 3-5

Hardin Middle School – Grades 6-8

Hardin High School – Grades 9-12

Community:

Big Horn County, Montana is rich in history, culture and time-honored traditions.  It Includes the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Reservations. Hardin (county seat) is situated on the banks of the Bighorn River and the edge of the Crow Reservation. The town is surrounded by productive farms and ranches. Coal mining has also contributed greatly to the local economy. Hardin, is located 46 miles southeast of Billings (largest city in the State) by way of Interstate 90. The Big Horn County Museum, Little Big Horn Battlefield and Chief Plenty Coups State Park provide interesting and important history of the area. The scenic Big Horn, Pryor and Wolf Mountain ranges are part of the Big Horn County landscape.  Yellowtail Dam offers a majestic view of the water below. The spectacular Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area is host to water sports.  This area of Big Sky Country also offers fishing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, camping, etc. for the outdoor enthusiast.  Annual events in Big Horn County include: Little Big Horn Days, Native Days, Crow Fair & Rodeos.

Check out our District’s YouTube video -  https://youtu.be/4fQL74r7pl4

District website is https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us

To apply, go to https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete applications submitted online will be considered.

School Districts 17H & 1 are an equal Opportunity Employer

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