SEL & Student Support Coach

Independent School District 196; Minnesota; On-site; USD 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long‑term disability

Sick leave

Pension plan

Tax-Deferred retirement

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Independent School District 196 in Minnesota is hiring a culturally competent Student Support Specialist at Parkview Elementary School to support students’ social and emotional development. This is an 8‑hour/day, 10‑month position, 8:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., with evening and weekend responsibilities as needed. The role partners with the principal, teachers and families to plan interventions, monitor progress, and foster a safe, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree (or near completion) with coursework in Education, Counseling, Restorative Justice, Social Work or Youth Development.
• Ability to work in a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive and empowering manner with diverse students.
• Bi-lingual preferred; Spanish and/or Somali.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Driver's license and vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of students' social-emotional skills and behavior growth; manage data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Supervise students and promote a safe, respectful environment.
• Empower students to identify and manage emotions, resolve conflicts and build relationships.
• Develop and implement individual and small-group interventions.
• Coach students to set and track goals (academic, behavioral, college and career).
• Plan and facilitate engaging activities for students and staff.
• Collaborate with staff to address and redirect challenging behaviors.
• Engage with parents/guardians and teachers to support SEL at home and in school.

Education

Four-year degree or near completion

Job description

Independent School District 196 in Minnesota is hiring a culturally competent Student Support Specialist at Parkview Elementary School to support students’ social and emotional development. This is an 8‑hour/day, 10‑month position, 8:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., with evening and weekend responsibilities as needed. The role partners with the principal, teachers and families to plan interventions, monitor progress, and foster a safe, inclusive environment.