What are the responsibilities and job description for the Climate And Culture Coach - Behavior Interventions Specialty position at The School District Of Philadelphia?
Job Description
Title : Climate and Culture Coach - Behavior Interventions
Department : Office of Prevention & Intervention
Reports To : Administrative Superior
Salary Range : $69,628 - $90,272
The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city's more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?
Job Summary
Facilitates the development of the District infrastructure to implement a comprehensive multi-tiered system of supports for behavior (MTSS) focused on school-wide and classroom behavior strategies (universal supports, Tier I, or restorative practices) and individual or small group strategies (targeted behavioral interventions, or Tier II). These strategies are designed to improve school staff behavior practices, as well as school and classroom climate, for the purpose of improved student behavior. Facilitates the infrastructure needed to implement MTSS and / or restorative practices, and / or Social Emotional Learning (SEL) District-wide by coordinating the delivery of professional development by vendors to school leadership teams and school-based staff on behavioral intervention. Participates in systems- level planning, monitors implementation, and identifies present and emerging needs through data collection and analysis, and ongoing communications with school teams.
Essential Functions
- Coordinates the delivery of professional development by vendors on Tier 1 (universal) behavioral interventions to school-based staff and administrators, including administrators, teachers, counselors, social workers, nurses, paraprofessionals, and other school-based staff.
- Assesses school climate using the school climate tool and provides feedback to school leadership teams.
- Analyzes data to monitor the effectiveness of targeted and supplemental behavioral interventions.
- Ensures that schools receive the necessary support to successfully implement Tier 1 and Tier 2 strategies.
- Creates and / or maintains records, documents and other artifacts necessary to ensure grant compliance of the coordinated early intervention services portion of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Consults with the Office of Specialized Instructional Services (OSIS) staff, including Special Education Directors.
- Consults with Behavioral Health Specialists.
- Consults with other District staff, including those in Student Support Services to provide consultation and training.
Behavior Interventions Specialty
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
NOTE : An applicant who does not meet the minimum education or work experience requirements listed above may be considered if, at the sole discretion of the Talent Office, they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicates potential for success in this role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
o Tier 1 strategies, including, but not limited to Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS), Restorative Practices, and Social Emotional learning.
o early Intervention services.
o principles, practices and techniques of behavioral science.
o techniques and practices used when working with 'at-risk' student populations
o current methods, interventions, strategies, and practices related to Office of Prevention and Intervention initiatives.
o Tier 1 Implementation and current Tier 2 practices.
o expertise around data collection, verification, compilation, and analysis techniques.
o Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and SDP MTSS guidelines.
o implementation of evidence-based interventions programs including but not limited to Check-In / Check-Out, Check and Connect, Calm Cat, and the Resilience Education Program.
o current social, educational, and economic issues as they relate to urban families.
use data to drive decision making. o exercise sound judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures and in making decisions consistent with program policies and objectives. o gather and track data and write detailed reports. o process multiple tasks simultaneously, adhere to timelines, and complete work in a timely manner.
o assess the effectiveness of programmatic activities and to make cogent recommendations as needed. o use a personal computer.
o understand and follow oral or written directions. o communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. o establish and maintain effective working relationships.
interpret District policies and apply them to individual circumstances and situations in an appropriate manner.
o exercise discretion and confidentiality.
o maintain necessary records and files, compile information to prepare reports.
o utilize the Culturally Responsive Tiered Fidelity Inventory in addition to other fidelity assessment tools.
o use a personal computer and associated programs.
o adhere to timelines and complete work in a timely manner o communicate effectively and efficiently, both orally and writing. o establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Nndiscrimination
The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.
Salary : $69,628 - $90,272