Wellness Support Specialist 2025-26

Organization: Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science and Technology

Reports To: Director of Wellness

Duration: 10-Month Position

Compensation: $38,000 - $43,000

Benefits: Health Care Options, PTO, Sick Days

Job Details

Full-time

Onsite

Position Summary

The Elementary School Wellness Support Specialist will play a key role in supporting student behavior management, fostering a positive school culture, and assisting with the overall wellness of students. This position involves collaborating with staff, families, and administration to promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment conducive to student growth and learning. The Wellness Support Specialist will assist in managing student discipline, implementing behavioral interventions, and helping to create a climate that values respect, empathy, and inclusivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Behavior and Discipline Support:

• Assist in monitoring student behavior and implementing school-wide behavioral expectations.

• Collaborate with teachers to identify students needing behavioral support and develop individualized plans.

• Support students with conflict resolution strategies, helping them manage emotions and resolve disputes constructively.

• Provide guidance and supervision during transitions, recess, and lunch periods to promote positive behavior.

• Track student behavior data and communicate with families about behavior concerns and progress.

• School Culture and Climate:

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive school culture by modeling positive behavior and fostering relationships with students.

• Implement programs and activities that promote social-emotional learning (SEL) and character development.

• Support the creation of a safe and welcoming environment that values diversity and inclusion.

• Assist in organizing school-wide events, celebrations, and initiatives that enhance the overall school climate.

• Collaboration with Staff and Families:

• Work closely with teachers and other school staff to provide guidance on behavior management strategies and interventions.

• Act as a liaison between families and the school, communicating effectively about student well-being, behavior, and academic progress.

• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, workshops, and community-building activities to promote a unified approach to student support.

• Provide resources and guidance to parents on managing student behavior and supporting social-emotional development at home.

• Administrative Support:

• Assist in maintaining student records related to behavior and wellness interventions.

• Prepare reports and documentation on student progress and behavioral trends.

• Support the administration in the development and implementation of school policies related to behavior and student discipline.

• Assist with scheduling and organizing meetings related to student support services.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-aged students, particularly in the areas of behavior management and wellness.
• Knowledge of student development, social-emotional learning, and positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of educators and support staff.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Compassionate, patient, and solution-oriented mindset when working with students.
• Experience with restorative practices or conflict resolution strategies.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Occasional evenings for parent meetings or school events

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Certification

• Certification in behavior management, social-emotional learning, or related fields (preferred)

Experience

• Prior experience with high need students in an urban public school or charter school prioritized
• Experience working with a culturally and ethnically diverse population is strongly desired.

Additional Details

The hiring process for this position will require you to perform a fingerprinted background check through the New York State TEACH System. Any written or verbal offer is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by NYSED and HR/Operations Manager. Exploration does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, or disability in its hiring, educational programs, and school events/activities. Exploration promotes diversity and provides equal opportunity for qualified applicants. Exploration can and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,000 - $43,000