Student Supervisor BHS (ESP-1) (300614) Job ID 1388

Bedford Public Schools (MA); Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford Public Schools is seeking a Student Supervisor at Bedford High School to monitor and supervise students, promote safety, and support positive behavior throughout the building.

The ESP-1 role involves supervising during transitions, lunch, study halls, and other times, building relationships with students while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Salary is administered under the Bedford Public Schools contract, with hourly pay and 184 work days per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in psychology, education or related area preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish positive and professional relationships with high school students.
• Ability to maintain a calm, consistent, and respectful approach when addressing student behavior.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, welcoming, respectful, and inclusive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hallways, stairwells, entrances, and common areas to ensure student safety and appropriate behavior.
• Supervise students during class transitions, lunch, study halls, and other assigned times.
• Reinforce school expectations related to attendance, tardiness, behavior, and movement throughout the building.
• Assist students with questions, concerns, minor conflicts, and accessing appropriate support.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Encourage students to demonstrate respect, responsibility, and integrity.
• Address student conflicts and inappropriate behavior calmly and consistently, referring significant concerns to administration.
• Support the implementation of school policies, procedures, and school-wide expectations.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Positive student relationships

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Bedford Public Schools

Student Supervisor Position - BHS

(ESP-1)

The Student Supervisor is responsible for monitoring and supervising students throughout the high school building and grounds to maintain a safe, orderly, and supportive learning environment. The Student Supervisor assists with student supervision during class transitions, in hallways, common areas, and other designated locations throughout the school day. The individual in this position serves as a positive role model, supports students in meeting school expectations, and works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administration to promote student safety, positive behavior, and engagement in the school community.

Responsibilities

• Monitor hallways, stairwells, entrances, and common areas to ensure student safety and appropriate behavior.
• Supervise students during class transitions, lunch, study halls, and other assigned times.
• Reinforce school expectations related to attendance, tardiness, behavior, and movement throughout the building.
• Assist students with questions, concerns, minor conflicts, and accessing appropriate support.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Encourage students to demonstrate respect, responsibility, and integrity.
• Address student conflicts and inappropriate behavior calmly and consistently, referring significant concerns to administration.
• Support the implementation of school policies, procedures, and school-wide expectations.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.

Qualifications And Preferred Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree in Psychology, Education or related area preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish positive and professional relationships with high school students.
• Ability to maintain a calm, consistent, and respectful approach when addressing student behavior.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, welcoming, respectful, and inclusive school environment.

Additional Information

An ESP is considered to be an Instructional Aide as defined in General Laws, Chapter 71, Section 38.

Salary/Benefits

In accordance with the Bedford Education Support Professional Contract. $28.18/hour to $34.64/hour; Annualized for 184 work days at 6.75 hours/day, $35,006 to $43,028. Benefits are outlined at Benefits | Bedford Public Schools (bedfordps.org).

Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive personally, professionally, and academically.

School Committee Approved: August 8, 2024