Chief of School Climate and Student Well Being

Baltimore City Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); In loco; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Tempo pieno

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Baltimore City Public Schools is seeking a senior leader to serve as Chief of School Climate & Student Well-Being. The role directs the strategy for climate, student well-being, prevention, intervention, and comprehensive student supports across City Schools.

Working with the Superintendent and Executive Leadership, the Chief oversees the Office of School Climate & Student Well-Being to ensure safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments and to strengthen prevention, intervention, and

Mansioni

• Develop and execute City Schools' comprehensive strategy for school climate, student well-being, prevention, intervention, attendance, and safety.
• Lead districtwide initiatives that foster safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments and strengthen student engagement.
• Use data on behavior, attendance, climate, and safety to inform executive decision-making and guide planning.
• Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring, and development to executives and directors, setting priorities and budgets.
• Report to the Superintendent and Board on climate, attendance, discipline, and well-being, and represent City Schools externally.

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City Schools is committed to cultivating school environments where every student feels safe, supported, connected, and prepared to succeed. The Chief of School Climate & Student Well-Being serves as the senior executive responsible for advancing that commitment by leading City Schools' strategy for school climate, student well-being, prevention, intervention, and comprehensive student supports.

Working closely with the Superintendent and Executive Leadership Team, the Chief oversees the Office of School Climate & Student Well-Being to ensure every school fosters a culture of safety, belonging, engagement, and positive student development. Through proactive prevention, responsive intervention, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement, the Chief strengthens school communities while removing barriers that impact student success and supporting the well-being of students and staff.

The Office of School Climate & Student Well-Being develops and coordinates systems of support that foster safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments where students can thrive. The office strengthens prevention, intervention, student engagement, and school safety while removing barriers that impact attendance, behavior, and student success.

Essential Functions

• Develops and executes City Schools' comprehensive strategy for school climate, student well-being, prevention, intervention, attendance, and school safety aligned with the Board's goals, Superintendent's priorities, and strategic plan.
• Leads districtwide initiatives that foster safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments while strengthening student engagement, attendance, positive behavior, and overall well-being across City Schools.
• Uses behavioral, attendance, climate, safety, and student outcome data to evaluate effectiveness, inform executive decision-making, and guide strategic planning and continuous improvement.
• Provides leadership, supervision, mentoring, and professional development to Executive Directors and Directors while establishing the division's strategic priorities, annual goals, operating plans, performance measures, and budget.
• Reports regularly to the Superintendent and Board of School Commissioners on school climate, attendance, discipline, student well-being, safety, and strategic initiatives while representing City Schools with community organizations, government agencies, advocacy organizations, and external partners.

Prevention Services

• Leads City Schools' strategy for creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments that promote student well-being, belonging, positive behavior, and engagement. The Office of Prevention Services includes:
• School Culture and Climate Teams
• Counseling
• Social Workers
• Restorative Practices
• Climate and Culture Support
• Develops proactive systems, programs, and supports that strengthen school climate, improve attendance, build positive relationships, and foster student engagement across City Schools.
• Partners with school leaders and central office departments to implement prevention strategies that address barriers to learning while promoting students' social, emotional, behavioral, and mental well-being.

Intervention Services

• Leads City Schools' strategy for responding to behavioral, attendance, and school safety concerns through equitable, restorative, and student-centered intervention systems. Intervention Services includes:
• Student Code of Conduct
• Truancy
• School Police & Safety
• Ensures intervention programs and practices are implemented with fidelity and aligned with Board policy, state and federal requirements, and City Schools' commitment to equitable, restorative, and student-centered approaches.
• Uses behavioral, attendance, safety, and intervention data to strengthen supports, improve student outcomes, and drive continuous improvement across City Schools.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborates with the Chief Academic Officer and Chief of Schools to align school climate, attendance, behavioral supports, and student engagement initiatives with instructional priorities, school improvement efforts, and effective implementation across City Schools.
• Works closely with the Chief of Professional Learning & Pipeline Development to strengthen educator and leader capacity in restorative practices, trauma-informed care, student engagement, and positive school culture.
• Partners with the Chief of Special Education & Diverse Learners to coordinate behavioral, attendance, mental health, and intervention supports that improve outcomes for students requiring additional services.
• Collaborates with the Chief Human Capital Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief of Staff to align staffing, strategic planning, resource allocation, Board reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives that support City Schools' priorities for school climate and student well-being.
• Utilizes resources appropriately to complete work in the most efficient manner; proactively communicates the status of work; participates and contributes fully as a team member; and exercises sound judgment and decision-making skills to resolve sensitive matters.
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies, administrative regulations, and professional standards.