Climate Manager

Description

Position at SESI Schools

HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience

• Possession of a bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field
• Evidence of knowledge of special education

Duties & Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the listed duties, nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions within this classification.)

• Supports School-wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (SWPBIS) coordination;
• Coordinates intensive individual student behavior plans;
• Employs behavior de-escalation techniques in an effort to reduce major crises;
• Ensures supervision of students at all times, including escorting students safely to and from classrooms, lunchrooms, and/or restrooms;
• Observes students' performance, and records relevant data to assess progress;
• Ensures integrity of all student write-ups, disciplinary actions, and parental contact;
• Participates in disciplinary meetings with students and parents/guardians;
• Participates in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems;
• Carries out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and personal development programs;
• Participates as a resource person in in-service training and planning;
• Works in collaboration with the school team;
• Other duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Director.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An understanding of the IEP process; including current IDEA laws and state and local regulations;
• Ability to interpret data related to student goals for appropriate interventions;
• Knowledge of current state law/regulations regarding high school proficiency standards;
• Knowledge and competency of understanding credit and graduation requirements;
• Leadership skills in working with individuals and groups (i.e. initiating individual or group discussion, listening, clarifying and facilitating interactions and sharing of ideas);
• Ability to counsel students, parents, staff and lay persons individually and in groups;
• Skills in communicating concepts and information accurately orally or in writing;
• Ability to demonstrate effective liaison relationships with parents, schools, and agencies;
• Ability to aid in program development.

Other Characteristics
Possess a belief that all children can learn. Must demonstrate positive and enthusiastic attitude towards internal and external customers. Must be flexible.