School Culture & Safety Facilitator

CICS Loomis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Personal time bank

Family leave

Healthcare coverage

403b retirement match

Tuition reimbursement

Gym discounts

Job summary

Distinctive Schools is seeking a Culture Facilitator at Longwood Elementary to promote a safe, inclusive learning environment and positive behavior supports. You will supervise students on campus and partner with staff to reinforce school-wide expectations and restorative practices.

The role focuses on student engagement, belonging, attendance support, and strong collaboration with families and leadership to strengthen the school culture across all grades.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in education or volunteer settings.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Restorative justice

Data analysis

Communication

Conflict resolution

Diversity experience

Flexible schedule

Tech literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Distinctive Schools is seeking a Culture Facilitator at Longwood Elementary to promote a safe, inclusive learning environment and positive behavior supports. You will supervise students on campus and partner with staff to reinforce school-wide expectations and restorative practices.

The role focuses on student engagement, belonging, attendance support, and strong collaboration with families and leadership to strengthen the school culture across all grades.