The Manager of Climate and Culture is a leader in fostering a positive school climate by implementing restorative justice practices managing student behavior and enhancing family engagement. This individual will work with students staff and families to promote conflict resolution mediate disputes and uphold consistent discipline standards while nurturing a collaborative and inclusive school culture. This position requires strong leadership excellent communication skills and a commitment to creating a positive restorative and supportive school environment for all students.
Reports to : School Leader
Responsibilities :
Restorative Justice Circle Practice and Mediation
- Lead students and staff in Circle Practice / Restorative Justice practices school-wide.
- Facilitate mediations between students and between students and adults.
Student Behavior and Discipline Management
Manage and align the school community on school culture expectations including interventions discipline and incentives.Supervise the consistent and fair administration of school policies regarding student conduct and discipline.Handle disciplinary infractions including classroom disturbances suspension procedures and hearings.Family and Community Engagement
Establish and maintain contact with parents / guardians to ensure student success.Coordinate and oversee family meetings related to student attendance behavior and discipline.Strengthen and engage families as partners in planning and problem-solving.Facilitate parent education and involvement in school culture policies.Student Support and Development
Develop and maintain a positive behavior system for students who need to step out of class temporarily.Implement disciplinary policies and procedures including family communication and coordination of hearings.Support students through de-escalation when needed.Professional Development and Staff Support
Model professional behaviors and contribute to school-wide development.Facilitate professional development for teachers and paras on restorative justice / circle practice and effective classroom management.Assist with the evaluation of non-instructional and support staff.Operational Management and School Safety
Support with ensuring safety and security of school hallways classrooms and school grounds.Work with staff to develop and implement safety protocols and handbooks.Work with appropriate staff to create and distribute school safety plans.Manage in-school suspension protocols and classrooms.School Climate and Culture
Drive the creation and maintenance of school operational systems to support a positive school climate.Supervise the implementation of school-wide support and outreach programs.Develop a system for measuring school climate and culture improvements including discipline and attendance data.Coordinate a multi-tiered system of social and emotional supports for students and families.Data Management and Reporting
Maintain data entry into SIS and other databases.Maintaining accurate school discipline records for students including collecting culture / discipline referrals from staff and delivering prompt follow-through.Analyze track and report behavioral data to monitor student social-emotional development.Create and analyze climate surveys for students and teachers.School-Wide Events and Activities
Attend field trips and community events as assigned.Support planning and facilitation of school-based events.Participate in the creation and execution of after-school academic programs to improve student outcomes.Coordinate and oversee school-wide student activities and events.Other
Perform other duties requested by the School Leader or Administrative Team.Required Qualifications :
Bachelors degree or equivalent3-5 years experience in urban school school system working with a diverse ethnic student bodyCurrent authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employmentStrong written and oral communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel) and Google Drive SuiteComfort and familiarity with student information databases (Aspen SIS etc)Preferred Qualifications :
Masters degree in a related fieldFluency in a language other than English (preferably Spanish Cape Verdean Creole or Vietnamese)Work Year : 223 days
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Required Experience :
Manager
Key Skills
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1