Behavior Interventionist - Albany, United States - KIPP Capital Region Public Schools

KIPP Capital Region Public Schools

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Albany, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

_KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond._

_ Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive._

_ We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together._
Position Overview

The Behavior Interventionist is responsible for leading the support for students to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible for managing and reducing risk within the classroom with the support of the Lead teacher and seeking assistance when needed to resolve the matter
Facilitate the implementation of specific behavioral intervention plans
Work closely with the Dean of Students to establish a positive, structured, and achievementoriented school culture
Work in partnership with the Director of Student Support Services to ensure students with IEPs, 504s, and behavior plans have the support necessary to succeed
Help students adjust, learn, socialize, and report to teachers about possible behavioral issues
Commitment to School and Classroom Culture_
Collaborate with the Student Support team, Teachers, Parents, and Students to create and implement support plans for struggling students
Help develop schoolwide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers and families
Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff
Develop positive rapport with students
Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment
Family Engagement_
Be available for open houses, parent teacher conferences and other events involving parents
Make him/herself available to students, parents and other staff members
Growth Mindset_
Pursue challenging professional goals each year
Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
Participate in schoolwide and individual professional development, including preservice training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred; High School Diploma/GED required
Minimum of 2 years of successful experience as an aide in a classroom setting, or equivalent (unless matriculating in higher education teaching program)
Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required
Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours
Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives

Additional Information:

WORK PERKS

When you join KIPP Capital Region, you are joining in on our promise to families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies.

We also promise that our students will develop a passion for learning and the drive necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career.

Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region.

And while the biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students, you'll find that's not the only benefit we offer:

Generous timeoff
Industryleading medical, dental, and vision coverage
Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match
Childcare benefits
Unparalleled work/life integration
Casual dress code
Relocation stipend (conditions apply)
Travel stipend (conditions apply)
And so much more For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our _Employee Benefits Summary_.

Learn More:

KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from $42,000 - $48,000

Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network.

KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire.

All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are comm