Interim Reflections Facilitator - Teacher Assistant

INTERIM: REFLECTION FACILITATOR TEACHER ASSISTANT

Wilkes County Schools provides a robust variety of state and local benefit offerings that include but are not limited to health insurance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, state pension plan, and other ancillary benefits. Benefit eligibility is determined by job status and percentage of employment. In addition, Wilkes County Schools offers a local salary supplement of 5%.

Nature of Work:

The School Reflections and SEL Facilitator is responsible for creating a positive and supportive school environment by implementing the reflection process for students who may need guidance after behavioral incidents. This role uses restorative practices to help students develop self-awareness, manage emotions, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate a structured reflection process for students following behavioral incidents, helping them understand the impact of their actions.
• Conduct one-on-one or small group reflection sessions under the guidance of the school counselor in order to work toward restorative actions.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to identify students in need of reflection time and support them in reintegrating back into the classroom positively.
• Track and document reflection sessions, outcomes, and follow-up needs to support students’ growth and behavior change.
• Performs other related work as required to promote student academic, social, emotional and physical well-being.
• Supports students with core SEL skills, focusing on skills such as self-regulation, empathy, problem-solving, and positive social interactions.
• Support school-wide SEL initiatives, such as peer mentoring, community-building activities, and resilience-building workshops.
• Serve on school-based teams as required.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of SEL interventions, using data to refine strategies and report progress to stakeholders.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with school-based situations.
• Act as a liaison between students, families, and school staff to foster open communication and ensure a supportive approach to behavioral and emotional development.
• Communicate with teachers regularly regarding issues affecting the student’s academic progress.
• Collaborate with administration to align the reflections program with the school’s overall mission, vision, and goals.
• Stay informed of the latest research and best practices in SEL and restorative practices, and seek opportunities for continuous growth.
• Participate in professional development opportunities as required.
• Obtain and maintain certification in CPI Nonviolent Crisis Prevention Training.
• Perform other duties assigned by school administration.

Qualifications:

• Two year degree, preferably in the field of education, counseling, or social work with knowledge of Social-Emotional Learning and/or restorative practices in an educational setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with students, families, and staff.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches.
• Organizational skills for documenting and tracking student progress effectively.
• Ability to create and maintain a schedule.

Desired Skills/Knowledge:

• Empathy, patience, and adaptability.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
• Experience working with students needed additional support in the total school environment.

Report to: Principal

FSLA Status: Non- exempt

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees in this job. This position is a non-permanent position of employment. Continued employment will be based on school goals and annual budget.