Equity-Focused SEL Implementation Lead

Young World Physical Education; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Schools seeks a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Consultant to lead district-wide SEL implementation, training, and evaluation efforts. The role collaborates with students, staff, families, and community partners to embed SEL into academics and district initiatives.

The position focuses on equity-driven SEL strategies, PBIS integration, and restorative practices, ensuring consistency across multiple buildings and teams. In-person attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working directly with students and families in urban districts.
• Training in cultural competency, or willingness to receive multiple levels of cultural competency training.
• Ability to provide training for all departments of GRPS, as well as families and community partners.
• Willing to be trained on various SEL strategies.
• Experience collecting, maintaining, and analyzing various student data.
• Knowledge of MTSS and related supports.

Responsibilities

• Develop district-level SEL implementation plan with emphasis on equity.
• Provide training and coaching on direct SEL instruction.
• Collaborate with departments to integrate SEL into curriculum.
• Develop evaluation plans for SEL implementation and effectiveness.
• Train and support SEL pilot buildings and monitor growth.
• Coordinate SEL activities district-wide for cohesion with other teams.
• Partner with families and community to strengthen whole-child supports.

Skills

Urban district experience

Cultural competency training

Training adults

Team collaboration

Data analysis

MTSS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Grand Rapids Public Schools seeks a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Consultant to lead district-wide SEL implementation, training, and evaluation efforts. The role collaborates with students, staff, families, and community partners to embed SEL into academics and district initiatives.

The position focuses on equity-driven SEL strategies, PBIS integration, and restorative practices, ensuring consistency across multiple buildings and teams. In-person attendance is required.