CS Culture and Climate Associate- Far Rockaway

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking a Community School Culture and Climate Coordinator for Far Rockaway to support the Community School Director in building a positive school climate. You will organize events, participate in school team meetings, and communicate with students, families, and stakeholders throughout the school year.

The role focuses on school culture, restorative practices, student engagement, and coordinating with principals, teachers, and community partners to improve attendance, mental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with children or youth in school or community settings preferred.
• Familiarity with restorative practices or positive behavior support is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Support school culture initiatives and restorative practices.
• Coordinate events and participate in school meetings.
• Engage with students, families, and school staff to strengthen relationships.
• Monitor student engagement and behavior with the Community School Director.
• Collaborate with administrators and teachers to align climate strategies.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Conflict resolution

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

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CS Culture and Climate Associate- Far Rockaway

Champions Full time salary Far Rockaway Sites, Far Rockaway, NY, US

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

About Us

New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five boroughs and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership growth. Through partnerships with schools, communities, and city agencies, we deliver high-quality experiences that address the whole child's needs and build pathways to lifelong success.

NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools initiative, partnering with school leadership to coordinate integrated supports such as expanded learning, family engagement, and wellness services to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive school-based resources.

Summary

New York Edge is looking for a Community School Culture and Climate Coordinator to assist with establishing a highly visible presence within the school building by supporting the Community School Director in assuming a vital leadership role and holistic approach toward improving academic performance. Solid and collaborative partnerships will drive these efforts among principals, parents, teachers, and CBO’s throughout the school year. The Community Schools Culture and Climate Coordinator will assist in the overall implementation of the Community Schools program under the supervision of the Community School Director, including but not limited to: organizing special events, participating in school team meetings, communicating with students, parents, and school stakeholders, identifying resources, building relationships in the community and designing programs to increase attendance, mental health, expanded learning and parent and family engagement.

Essential Job Functions

School Climate, Culture & Restorative Practices

Under the supervision of the Community School Director, implement proactive strategies and school-wide initiatives that strengthen school culture, encourage positive student behavior, and support students' social-emotional well-being.

Foster a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and supportive school environment that promotes positive relationships, student belonging, and a strong sense of community.

Utilize restorative practices, conflict resolution techniques, and appropriate de-escalation strategies to address student conflicts, promote accountability, repair relationships, and support a positive school climate.

Facilitate restorative circles, community-building activities, student workshops, and other structured interventions designed to strengthen peer relationships, encourage positive decision-making, and foster mutual respect.

Build meaningful, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement, strengthen school connectedness, and create an environment where students feel valued, supported, and empowered.

Provide individualized and small-group support to students experiencing behavioral, social-emotional, or interpersonal challenges, in alignment with established school-based intervention strategies.

Collaborate with the Community School Director, school administrators, teachers, and relevant support personnel to identify student needs, implement targeted interventions, and monitor progress toward positive behavioral and developmental outcomes.

Engage families as partners in supporting students' social-emotional development, positive behavior, and overall school experience, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Support student engagement and positive behavior within classrooms, hallways, common areas, and other school settings, in coordination with school stakeholders.

Work collaboratively with the Community School Director, school administration, teachers, student support teams, and other stakeholders to align culture and climate initiatives with school-wide priorities and identified student needs.

Participate in relevant school-based meetings, including Community School Team, attendance, school culture, and school safety meetings, as appropriate to the scope of the position.

Maintain consistent communication with the Community School Director regarding student engagement, emerging behavioral trends, school climate concerns, and opportunities for targeted support.

Participate in professional development, training, and capacity-building opportunities offered by New York Edge, the Office of Community Schools, and NYC Public Schools to strengthen knowledge of restorative practices, youth development, student engagement, and school climate strategies.

Student Safety & Incident Reporting

Promote a safe and supportive learning environment by proactively identifying potential concerns, responding appropriately to student conflicts, and following established safety and escalation procedures.

Strictly adhere to New York Edge's incident reporting policies, documentation requirements, and established chain of communication when identifying, responding to, and escalating incidents involving student safety, behavioral concerns, injuries, conflicts, or other school-related matters.

Ensure all incident documentation is accurate, objective, timely, and completed through New York Edge's designated reporting systems and procedures.

Collaborate with school administration regarding student safety and incident-related concerns while maintaining compliance with New York Edge's internal reporting procedures, confidentiality standards, and professional responsibilities.

Maintain clearly defined roles and responsibilities regarding incident reporting, deferring DOE-specific documentation, system data entry, and formal reporting functions to designated and authorized school personnel.

Required Skills:

Passion for New York Edge's mission and commitment to supporting youth development and student success, with the ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students, families, school staff, and community partners.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional when responding to challenging student behaviors or conflicts while serving as a positive role model for students.

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and follow the guidance and direction of the Community School Director.

Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and follow organizational policies and procedures.

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Previous experience working with children or youth in a school, after-school, summer camp, or community-based setting preferred.

Familiarity with restorative practices, conflict resolution, or positive behavior support strategies is a plus, but not required.