Climate Specialist

Universal Charter Schools; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Charter Schools is seeking a Climate Specialist in Philadelphia to help maintain a positive climate conducive to learning. You will monitor student behavior and support staff in enforcing classroom and school rules, both in and out of the building.

The role requires experience with conflict resolution programs, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in an urban school environment. This is a full-time, 10-month position at 5401 Tabor Ave, Philadelphia, PA.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in community or school conflict resolution programs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations and families.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate smooth transitions at the start and end of the school day.
• Assist staff in establishing classroom rules that support learning.
• Enforce the Code of Student Conduct and school policies.
• Attend professional development on climate and behavior programs.
• Intervene to minimize conflicts between students.
• Contribute to School Climate Plan implementation.
• Reinforce appropriate behavior with individual students.
• Monitor behavior during unstructured times.
• Assist with outdoor activities before/after school.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Communication

Multicultural awareness

Education

Associate degree or 60 credits

High school diploma

Job description

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Climate Specialist

Universal Creighton, Philadelphia, PA, US

20 days ago Requisition ID: 1424

Salary Range: $34,000.00 To $40,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Climate Specialist

Supervisor Job Title:Principal

Employment Status:Full-time; 10-Month

FLSA Status: Salary

Location: 5401 Tabor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120

The management services offered to our family of charter schools, allows us to collectively become a change agent and national leader in urban education as evidenced by student awareness of self, high academic achievement, positive school culture and community transformation wherever we serve.

JOB GOAL : The Climate Specialist is responsible for assisting school staff in maintaining a climate conducive for learning. The Climate Specialist will monitor, track and support student behavior and enforce school and classroom rules in and out of the school building.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate smooth transitions at the start and end of the school day.
• Assist teachers in the establishment and execution of classroom rules and procedures that support teaching and learning.
• Enforces the Code of Student Conduct and all school policies and procedures.
• Attends workshops and professional development sessions on climate and behavior enhancing programs and initiatives.
• Intervene to minimize potential conflicts between students to prevent escalation of situations.
• Participate in the implementation of the School Climate Plan.
• Reinforce appropriate behavior with individual students.
• Monitor student behavior during unstructured time.
• Facilitate outdoor activities before and after school hours.
• Perform related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree program at an accredited college or university or 60 credit hours in a matriculated status at an accredited college or university.
• One year of full-time, paid or volunteer experience participating in community or schools developing or implementing conflict resolution programs.

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of paid urban school experience implementing conflict resolution programs.

Additional Experience:

• Experience working in an urban school environment.
• Acceptable criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal
  resident alien status.
• Bring a spirit of enthusiasm, energy, and multi-cultural awareness.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Utilize proper discretion in dealing with confidential matters.
• Work well without close supervision and with little direction.
• Be able to solve problems independently and manage projects alone.
• Be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.

The Universal Family of Charter Schools adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.