Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Classroom Support Specialist

School of the Nations; Aracaju; Presencial; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A nonprofit international school in Brazil seeks experienced educators to support social-emotional learning in the classroom. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Psychology or similar and be fluent in English and Portuguese. Responsibilities include creating inclusive classroom environments, implementing behavioral support plans, and collaborating with families. This role is perfect for passionate individuals ready to contribute to a diverse educational community.

Qualificações

• Bilingual fluency in English and Portuguese.
• Experience in Elementary or K–12 settings is required.
• Knowledge of PBIS, SEL, and trauma-informed practices is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Create safe, inclusive, and predictable classroom environments.
• Support social-emotional learning and model SEL skills.
• Implement and monitor behavioral support plans.

Conhecimentos

Data collection

Collaboration and communication

Behavioral support implementation

Cultural sensitivity

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Section : Elementary Application Deadline : December 21, 2025

Start Date : January 19, 2026

Main responsibilities : Partner with teachers, Learning Support, and Counselors to create safe, inclusive, and predictable classroom environments. Support social-emotional learning through proactive routines and targeted interventions. Model and teach SEL skills in the classroom (e.g., self-regulation, coping strategies, problem-solving, and positive peer interactions). Design, implement, and monitor a continuum of supports, including whole-class prevention strategies, targeted small-group interventions, and individualized SEL / behavior support plans. Collaborate with families to strengthen home–school partnerships. Collect and analyze data to guide decisions and measure student progress. Support crisis prevention and response using trauma-informed practices

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, School Counseling, or a related field. Bilingual fluency in English and Portuguese. Experience implementing behavioral supports in Elementary or K–12 settings. Knowledge of PBIS, SEL, UDL, MTSS, and trauma-informed practices. Strong skills in data collection and analysis for behavior monitoring. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with cultural sensitivity.

About the Company

School of the Nations is an international, nonprofit K-12 school inspired by the Bahá’í teachings, School of the Nations was founded with the primary purpose of unlocking human potential through academic excellence, the cultivation of moral and spiritual qualities, and a lifelong commitment to service for the betterment of society. School of the Nations is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) School offering the Primary Years (PYP) and the Diploma (DP) Programs. Accredited as an international school by NEASC, our strategic development is guided by the ACE Learning Ecosystem 2.0.

Shared Understanding of High-Quality Learning

High-quality learning at the School of the Nations is rooted in our aspiration to release human potential through academic excellence, moral and spiritual qualities, and a lifelong commitment to service, empowering learners to develop the capacities of heart and mind to understand the world and contribute to the betterment of society.

In an inclusive, diverse, and globally-minded community, our students develop cognitive, creative, physical, spiritual, and social-emotional abilities; learners are agents of their own learning, actively setting goals, engaging in rich and complex challenges, and documenting growth; they demonstrate depth of understanding, collaboration, reflection, and multiple perspectives across disciplines.

Learning happens through a coherent, inquiry-based curriculum grounded in spiritual principles and practical applications, with diverse assessment and feedback guiding meaningful growth.

School of the Nations is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.