School Climate Specialist

The Lincoln Center For Family And Youth; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lincoln Center For Family And Youth in Reading, Berks County, is seeking a full-time staff member to develop and implement effective behavioral interventions in an Autistic Support Classroom. You will work with students to manage behavioral changes and support their academic progress.

This role requires strong communication skills, a Bachelor’s degree, and experience in school settings. You will play a vital role in crisis management and contribute to a positive school culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in school settings preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement behavioral interventions.
• Manage crisis situations and defuse conflicts.
• Monitor student behavior changes and provide academic assistance.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Ability to work effectively on a multi-treatment team

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft programs

Job description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director and working as a member of the site/program team, develops and implements an effective behavioral intervention and safety plan for students. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

• School Culture Management
  • Manages crisis situations and defuses situations using conflict resolution and crisis management techniques
  • Works one‑on‑one with students to affect behavior changes
  • Reinforces appropriate behaviors and redirects negative behaviors
  • Provides values clarification including rules, expectations and consequences
  • Implements consequences for inappropriate behavior with proper training
  • Provides interventions to redirect behavior
  • Implements behavioral programs designed to make positive and appropriate changes
  • Assists school staff by participating as a team member in the development and monitoring of comprehensive behavioral objectives, goals, and plans
  • Develops and implements behavioral interventions within a multi‑tier system of supports
• Communication/Consultation
  • Works as a team member with teachers and counselors and other appropriate personnel to establish positive student contacts that develop appropriate and positive behavior modifications enabling students to succeed
  • Provides information to parents, guardians, or other care providers concerning actions of students
  • Ensures consistency of behavioral standards by coordinating with appropriate student contacts
  • Monitors physical and emotional changes in students and reports to appropriate personnel
  • Consults with teachers, support staff, and administrators to obtain information and advice on prior behavior problems, and provides information as necessary concerning behavioral concerns
• Program/Staff Support
  • Maintains a professional rapport with program/site staff
  • Monitors student behavior changes, assisting with academics as directed by teacher, and supervising various activities during the course of the instructional day to maintain a controlled and safe environment for students and staff
  • Attends IEP (Individualized Education Program) and student progress meetings as requested
  • Maintains awareness of fire drill and lockdown procedures and emergency contingency plan for the school site
  • Implements school’s emergency procedures as requested
  • Attends and provides trainings regarding safety, security, physical interventions and behavior management procedures as requested
  • Oversees recreational activities, and other learning opportunities as requested
  • Attends program/site team meetings and various school events, including selected sporting events

Skills & Knowledge

• Leadership and soft skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Ability to work effectively on a multi‑treatment team
• Technical skills
  • Proficient in subject matter taught
  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft programs

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred, Master’s degree preferred, experience in school settings preferred.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Autistic Support Classroom.

Work Hours

This is a full‑time, 10‑month position.

Travel

Travel is minimal.

EEO Statement

TLC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, race, age, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis recognized by federal, state or local law.