Student Behavior & Conduct Specialist

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Western Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated professional to support positive student behavior and serve on the school leadership team. You will work with the principal, assistant principal, and staff to implement behavioral policies and support safe learning environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and the community to ensure smooth transitions between schools and to identify professional development for addressing social, emotional, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or willingness to complete such degree within five years) in student personnel, administration, counseling or related field.
• MA DOE license: teacher, school guidance, school social worker, at appropriate grade level.
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching or counseling experience in a school setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Solid decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Support positive student behavior as part of the leadership team.
• Provide direct instruction to students needing assistance in appropriate behavior.
• Implement disciplinary policies to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents, students, and staff for smooth transitions between schools.
• Support classroom and non-classroom learning including assemblies, lunch duty, arrival, and dismissal.
• Implement the Code of Conduct and conduct conflict resolution activities.
• Liaise with the surrounding community and area schools on student safety and life issues.
• Develop professional development to meet social, emotional and behavioral needs.

Education

Master’s degree in student personnel, administration, counseling or related field

Job description

Springfield Public Schools in Western Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated professional to support positive student behavior and serve on the school leadership team. You will work with the principal, assistant principal, and staff to implement behavioral policies and support safe learning environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and the community to ensure smooth transitions between schools and to identify professional development for addressing social, emotional, and