Culture Facilitator

Distinctive Schools of IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25+ paid holidays

12 weeks family paid leave

Comprehensive Healthcare

403b match

Professional development including tuition reimbursement

Gym and wellness discounts

Job summary

Distinctive Schools of IL is looking for a dedicated Culture Facilitator to ensure a safe and engaging environment for students at CICS Irving Park, Chicago. This role involves supporting both students and staff by promoting positive behavior and communication. Candidates should have a strong educational background and experience in working with children, with skills in restorative justice and behavior interventions.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children in education or volunteer settings.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Deep understanding of restorative justice and positive behavior interventions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe experience for all students by supervising grounds.
• Implement school-wide systems that promote a supportive environment.
• Monitor student behavior trends and provide interventions.

Skills

Experience working with children

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of restorative justice

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital learning tools

Job description

Position Title: Culture Facilitator

Location: CICS Irving Park, 3820 N. Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Reports To: Dean of Students

Salary: commensurate with experience

Type: Regular Full Time

Start Date: August 2026

Overview

The Culture Facilitator ensures a safe experience for all students by supervising school grounds and students during instructional, non‑instructional, before, and after school activities. This individual works closely with students, teachers, and school leadership to implement strategies that promote a strong school culture, positive behavior supports, and student engagement. The position is responsible for maintaining the safety of all students on campus and will assist school leadership, deans, teachers and students by supporting the social‑emotional development of students, strengthening relationships between students and staff, and ensuring that school‑wide expectations are clearly communicated and reinforced.

Responsibilities

• Implement school‑wide systems, routines, and expectations that promote a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment as directed by the Dean of Students
• Foster a culture of respect, responsibility, and community among students and staff
• Support initiatives related to student attendance, motivation, sense of belonging, and school pride, including events, incentives, and recognition programs
• Monitor student behavior trends and provide strategic interventions for students in need of additional support
• Support restorative practices, mediations, and conflict resolution strategies to address student conflicts and maintain a healthy school climate
• Partner with families to support student behavior, attendance, and engagement in school activities
• Communicate school‑wide expectations and cultural initiatives to families and the school community
• Serve as a thought partner to staff members in supporting students with behavioral and social‑emotional challenges
• Support attendance initiatives by identifying and addressing barriers to student attendance and engagement
• Work with students and families to develop attendance improvement plans and interventions
• Supervise students in the halls, gathering rooms and school grounds, monitoring noise level and student behavior, and ensuring a safe and inclusive environment
• Supervise and support students during arrival and dismissal
• Serve as a positive mentor for students across all grades
• Complete incident reports/referrals in a clear and concise manner, referring students to the appropriate personnel should disciplinary action be deemed necessary
• Follow and enforce all campus safety protocols, school policies, and code of conduct
• Operate a two‑way radio to communicate with school leadership and staff
• Uphold all Distinctive Schools professional responsibilities consistent with the mission and working agreements of Distinctive Schools

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Qualifications:

• Must have experience working with children in education or volunteer setting, preferably in student support, behavior intervention, or culture/climate roles
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills
• Deep understanding of restorative justice, and positive behavior interventions
• Ability to analyze behavior and attendance data to inform interventions
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
• Experience working with diverse student populations and communities
• Ability to work set schedule based (before, during, or after school)
• Technology demands:
  • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position

Physical demands: Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching. Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 15% walking, and 80% standing (ability to work on your feet for 4‑6 hours daily)

• 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual‑based personal time bank
• 12 weeks family paid leave
• Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 403b match
  • Fully match up to 3%
  • 50% match up to 5%
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement
• Gym and wellness discounts
• And more

Disclaimer: Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

EEO: Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or call 773.828.4191