School Culture Specialist (K-8)

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools; Jacksonville (FL); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Individual health benefits

403b retirement program with a company match

Professional development

Résumé du poste

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is seeking a School Culture Specialist to foster a positive school culture and climate for all students. The role emphasizes building strong relationships, student accountability, and implementing behavior systems that enhance student engagement. Responsibilities include supporting disciplinary practices, attendance initiatives, and proactive culture-building efforts.

This position offers a salary of $50,000 per year with access to health benefits and a retirement program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of teaching experience.
• Strong experience in behavioral intervention and management techniques.
• Commitment to racial and educational equity.

Responsabilités

• Support implementation of student discipline practices.
• Assist in distributing and communicating the Code of Student Conduct.
• Provide proactive support and preventive counseling.

Connaissances

Behavioral intervention and management techniques

Relationship building

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Description du poste

Position Overview

The School Culture Specialist is responsible for supporting and strengthening the school’s culture and climate by fostering a positive, safe, and structured learning environment for all students. This role focuses on building strong relationships with students and staff, promoting student accountability, and supporting restorative practices and behavior systems that encourage positive student engagement and success. The School Culture Specialist collaborates closely with school leaders, teachers, students, and families to address behavioral concerns, reinforce expectations, and support the implementation of the Duval County Public Schools Code of Student Conduct. This position also assists with attendance initiatives, student interventions, and proactive culture-building programs designed to reduce disciplinary issues and maintain a productive and supportive school environment.

Specific Position Duties

• Supports the implementation of student discipline practices in alignment with the Duval County Public Schools Code of Student Conduct, including counseling students and communicating with parents/guardians regarding behavioral concerns.
• Assists in ensuring the Code of Student Conduct is distributed, communicated, and understood by students, families, and staff. Supports staff training and guidance related to student behavior expectations and procedures.
• Provides proactive student support, preventive counseling, and early intervention strategies to address behavioral concerns before formal disciplinary action becomes necessary.
• Refers students to appropriate school-based guidance, counseling, and support services as needed.
• Assists with student suspension procedures and documentation in accordance with district policies and regulations.
• Collaborates with students, families, teachers, and school leaders to address attendance concerns, behavioral challenges, and classroom-related issues.
• Supports the development, coordination, and implementation of school-wide Positive Behavioral Support (PBS) initiatives and culture-building programs.
• Monitors and supports daily school routines and procedures, including hallways, classrooms, cafeterias, transitions, and common areas, to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Builds positive relationships with students and staff to reinforce expectations, promote accountability, and foster a supportive school culture.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Manager of School Culture.

Compensation

• The starting salary for this role is $50,000
• This role is paid on a year-round schedule, similar to teachers
• Access to Individual health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)
• Access to Individual short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 403b retirement program with a company match
• Professional development

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of teaching experience.
• Strong experience in behavioral intervention and management techniques.
• Possesses a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity for all children
• Passing a background check, as required by law.

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• Holds a valid Florida Department of Education Professional Certificate in an appropriate subject area.
• Demonstrated experience implementing restorative practices within a school setting to support positive student behavior and accountability.
• Prior experience working in an urban public school or charter school environment (e.g., paraprofessional, substitute teacher, ISS coordinator, or similar student support role).
• Experience working with K–8 students, including students with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Additional relevant certifications are highly valued, including Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), though not required.

Questions

If you have questions about positions at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email Jessica at [e-mail]. Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.