Behavior Support Specialist – MTSS & SEL Champion

Choice-Schools-Associates; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

New Branches Charter Academy in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a dedicated Behavior Support Specialist to foster an inclusive, safe learning environment. You will collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to identify behavioral challenges and implement evidence-based strategies.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress with data, coordinating with community resources, applying restorative practices, and supporting students’ social and emotional growth to boost engagement.

Qualifications

• Punctuality is essential.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Communicates accurately and timely with students and families to maintain a school-family partnership.
• Evaluates student progress using attendance, academics, and behavior data.
• Coordinates with community resources to build support networks.
• Applies restorative practices to repair harm and promote learning.
• Maintains confidential student information and records.
• Assists with supervision during instructional and non-instructional time.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Restorative justice concepts

Data collection & analysis

Family communication

Tools

PowerSchool

Job description

New Branches Charter Academy in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a dedicated Behavior Support Specialist to foster an inclusive, safe learning environment. You will collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to identify behavioral challenges and implement evidence-based strategies.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress with data, coordinating with community resources, applying restorative practices, and supporting students’ social and emotional growth to boost engagement.