Climate Support Specialist SY 26-27

School-District-of-Philadelphi; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Philadelphia is hiring a Climate Support Specialist for the 2026-27 SY. This entry-level role focuses on creating a climate conducive to learning, monitoring student behavior, and enforcing district rules.

Eligibility includes an Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours with relevant experience and/or a high school diploma with NCLB qualification and experience in conflict resolution programs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree program at an accredited college or university.
• 60 credit hours in a matriculated status at an accredited college or university.
• High school diploma or equivalent and NCLB exam where required.

Responsibilities

• Assists school staff with maintaining a climate conducive to learning.
• Monitors, tracks and supports student behavior and enforces school and classroom rules.
• Facilitates transitions at the start and end of the school day.
• Assists teachers in establishing and executing classroom rules and procedures.
• Enforces the Code of Student Conduct and district policies.
• Participates in workshops on climate and behavior programs.
• Intervenes to minimize conflicts between students to prevent escalation.
• Participates in implementing the School Climate Plan.

Education

Associate’s degree program

60 credit hours

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Climate Support Specialist SY 26-27 - (50032191)DescriptionThe School District of Philadelphia is the cornerstone provider of public education in Philadelphia. For forward-thinking administrators and educators, opportunities abound. The 130,000 students entrusted to the District arrive at school every day with an extraordinary range of needs and aspirations. We are committed to delivering on their right to an excellent public school education, and we are particularly focused on ensuring every student has access to exceptional educational opportunities. Equity is our mandate. Will you join us?Salary Range(10 month)Minimum : $20,598 Maximum: $41,857*Please note that anyone new to the PFT union will start at the minimum salary for this position, regardless of prior experience.*Assists school staff with maintaining a climate conducive to learning. Monitors, tracks and supports student behavior and enforces school and classroom rules.Essential FunctionsFacilitates smooth transitions at the start and end of the school dayAssist teachers in the establishment and execution of classroom rules and procedures that support teaching and learning.Enforces the Code of Student Conduct and all District policies and procedures.Attends workshops and professional development sessions on climate and behavior enhancing programs and initiatives.Intervenes to minimize potential conflicts between students to prevent escalation of situations.Participates in the implementation of the School Climate Plan.Reinforces appropriate behavior with individual students.Monitor student behavior during unstructured timeQualificationsMinimum RequirementsAssociate’s degree program at an accredited college or university. OR60 credit hours in a matriculated status at an accredited college or university.ANDOne year of full-time, paid or volunteer experience participating in community or schools developing or implementing conflict resolution programs.ORHigh school diploma or equivalent.Pass the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Highly Qualified exam. ANDOne year of full-time, paid or volunteer experience participating in community or schools developing or implementing conflict resolution programs.Primary Location: The School District of PhiladelphiaJob: ClimateOrganization: The School District of Philadelphia RegularEmployee Status: Entry LevelJob Posting: Aug 20, 2026, 11:43:14 AMUnion Affiliation: Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT)Unposting Date: Sep 14, 2026, 10:59:00 PM