Behavior Coach - Winston Salem, United States - Public School of North Carolina

Description

FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to serve as support in the planning, coordination, and implementation of school based behavior support and intervention.

This position reports directly to the school principal. This is a grant-funded 10-month position.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students where student behavior is primary factor.
• Works with principal, MTSS Team and/or school PBIS Team to create and define disciplinary procedures in accordance with district policies and state laws.
• Serves as a proactive step with students and teachers to responds to and resolve barriers to student learning due to student behavior and/or teacher classroom management.
• Works with staff to provide best practices in student behavior/management.
• Supervises students on campus before and after school; monitors students during lunch, recess, passing periods, and other activities.
• Provides direction to a variety of faculty, staff, and student programs and services; participates in formal and informal classroom visitations and observations; provides recommendations and suggestions for improvement as appropriate where student behavior is of concern.
• Participates as needed in Individual Educational Plan meetings and Student Study Teams as needed.
• Works with the school staff to establish a safe and secure learning environment for students.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to establish and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with others.
• Ability to relate to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective disciplinary program.
• Skills in problem solving and conflict management.
• Models district standards of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Organizational skills that demonstrate ability to ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
• Ability to analyze and interpret assessment results for the purpose of designing and modifying instruction.
• Knowledge of school law and district policy. Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain such policies and procedures to staff, parents, and students.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Doc suites and other associated software.
• Current knowledge of best practices in classroom management, student behavior, and instruction and the ability to provide methods of supporting effective classroom management to impact student learning.
• Awareness of diverse backgrounds and ability to relate in a manner that builds relationships with students and their families.
• Maintains consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
• Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations to groups ensuring correct English grammar.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Uses effective interpersonal skills including tact, patience, and courtesy.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in education, human services, or related field with an emphasis on K-12 social development plus five years of classroom teaching experience.
• Desirable: Master's degree in education, human services, or related field plus five years classroom teaching experience.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid NC teaching license and/or guidance counselor credentials
• Valid NC Driver's License

Certified Teacher Pay Schedule - Full Time Position



PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS:

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY
C - Constant

F - Frequent

O - Occasional

I - Infrequent

NR - Not Required


PHYSICAL

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY
C - Constant

F - Frequent

O - Occasional

I - Infrequent

NR - Not Required

Climbing/Balancing

I

Lifting/Carrying

O up to 30 lbs.

Crawling/Kneeling

I

Grasping/Twisting

O

Walking

F

Reaching

F

Running

I

Pushing/Pulling

O

Standing

F

Fingering/Typing

F

Sitting

F

Driving

F requires driving car between sites

Bending/Stooping

O


Others:

In compliance with Federal Law, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.