School Climate Team Member (Part Time) 2026-2027

Akron Public Schools; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Public Schools is seeking a Part Time School Climate Team Member for up to 24 hours per week at $19.17 per hour. The position runs on a 190-day schedule with daytime availability required.

Reports to Student Service Specialist and involves implementing positive programming, school safety duties, and restorative practices within APS facilities.

Qualifications

• Completion of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Satisfactory BCI & FBI background check per Ohio law.
• 1-3 years of experience in youth-based, team-oriented environment.
• Physical stamina for demanding activities; able to climb, walk, etc.
• CPI trained or willing to be trained within 12 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and may supervise students in refocusing and restoring attention to rules.
• Interacts with staff and students to help transitions from alternative programs.
• Facilitates positive participation opportunities for students during the school day.
• Monitors student behavior to support positive educational opportunities.
• Uses preventative, dignified management techniques with students.
• Attends meetings, trainings and in-services as scheduled.
• Keeps accurate and timely reports and documents.
• Supports restorative interventions and positive behavior initiatives.

Skills

CPI trained

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Closes October 3, 2026

The Akron Board of Education announces an anticipated opening for a Part Time School Climate Team Member, Job Code 309, Time Schedule 380 (190 Days), part time, maximum of 24 hours/week, hourly rate: $19.17. This position requires availability during regular daytime hours. Collective Bargaining Unit none. This is a School Employees Retirement System position.

For further information, please contact Ricardo Myers, Student Service Specialist, 330-761 3242.

Description

An employee in this position exercises a high level of judgment and tact in working with staff, students, and visitors in Akron Public School buildings or other assigned areas. This person is responsible for implementing positive programming in accordance with School Climate initiatives as well as school safety and security duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required

• Completion of a High School Diploma or GED
• Satisfactory BCI & FBI criminal background check done per Ohio Revised Code
• 1-3 years of experience working collaboratively in a youth-based and team-oriented environment
• A high degree of physical stamina to be capable of performing the physical demands of the job; frequent requirement to climb, walk, etc.
• CPI trained or willingness to be trained within 12 months of hire date

Desired

• Excellent communication skills with a focus on transparency in order to keep multiple parties informed and engaged in a timely manner
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• The ability to follow oral and written directions
• The ability to communicate oral and/or written ideas and directives clearly and effectively
• The ability to work well with others

Position Description

• Facilitates and may supervise students in refocusing and restoring their attention to classroom, school and district rules
• Interacts with building personnel and students to ensure students successfully transition students from alternative programs into new building and/or classroom environment
• Facilitates and supervises positive participation opportunities for students in the building within the course of the school day
• Assists in monitoring student behavior to support a positive educational opportunity at a universal level
• Respects and corrects students through preventative, proactive, dignified management techniques
• Attends meetings, trainings and in-services as scheduled
• Keeps accurate and timely reports and documents
• Assists students in returning to their regular instructional program
• Demonstrates a strong desire to serve the school and community
• Assists in creating and building restorative intervention (Peace Circles) for staff and students
• Manage relationships with students through Restorative interventions and programming
• Through coaching and modeling, supports students and school staff in building their capacity to implement and carry out Restorative interventions
• Assists and supports the administration and staff in the organization of Restorative intervention and positive behavior initiatives and projects
• Support the development of safe youth-centered spaces for all students and staff either virtually or face-to-face
• Facilitate student leadership and/or student programing
• Maintains a level of authority when interacting with students

If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair-accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949. If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.

Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").