Behavior Interventionist
- Employer
- New London Public Schools
- Location
- New London, CT, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Support Staff
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JobID: 2268
Position Type:
Student Support Services/ Behavior Specialist
Date Posted:
9/16/2021
Location:
New London High School Multi Magnet Campus
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until Filled
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TITLE: Behavior Interventionist
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Student and Family Services or Designee
SUPERVISES: Students
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-month unaffiliated position. Other terms are set by the Board of Education.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Behavioral Interventionist will be responsible for promoting a positive school environment that is conducive to learning by supporting appropriate student behavior and working directly with students at-risk and assist the Principal, Assistant Principal, School Psychologist and Social Worker in matters related to school climate, such as student discipline, chronic absenteeism, tardiness, and truancy.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This description of the POSITION is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the supervisor according to varying needs.
1. The Behavior Interventionist will monitor, mentor, and advise students throughout the day to promote appropriate and expected school behaviors.
2. Will circulate throughout all areas of the school building and grounds, and, especially, check areas that are not under the direct supervision of a teacher or other staff member such as cafeteria, bathrooms, corridors and alcoves, unoccupied rooms, parking lots, and all other places where students might congregate.
3. Will document student behavior/conduct matters as requested by the principal or designee and maintains records via the school database (PowerSchool and others) related to interaction with students in matters including, but not limited to, discipline, tardiness, and absenteeism.
4. Will mediate student conflicts, facilitate peer mediation, and conflict resolution as needed.
5. Will facilitate school to home communication as needed, under the guidelines established by school administration.
6. Will issue appropriate consequences to students whose behavior has not improved after initial counseling and warning, under the guidelines established by the school administration.
7. Report immediately to the Assistant Principal, those students who fail to conduct themselves appropriately after initial mediation has occurred and there is a repeat of misbehavior, or who violate a major school rule/regulation.
8. Will participate as a member of PBIS team and support students who are referred to SRBI Team.
9. Will assist the principal or designee with student attendance and tardiness matters and works with the Truant Officer, as needed, to improve school attendance.
10. Will assist with student arrival and dismissal safety.
11. Performs such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the principal or designee.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Executive Director of Student and Family Services or Designee
New London Public Schools
New London, Connecticut
New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Student Support Services/ Behavior Specialist
9/16/2021
New London High School Multi Magnet Campus
ASAP
Until Filled
TITLE: Behavior Interventionist
REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Student and Family Services or Designee
SUPERVISES: Students
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-month unaffiliated position. Other terms are set by the Board of Education.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Behavioral Interventionist will be responsible for promoting a positive school environment that is conducive to learning by supporting appropriate student behavior and working directly with students at-risk and assist the Principal, Assistant Principal, School Psychologist and Social Worker in matters related to school climate, such as student discipline, chronic absenteeism, tardiness, and truancy.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This description of the POSITION is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the supervisor according to varying needs.
1. The Behavior Interventionist will monitor, mentor, and advise students throughout the day to promote appropriate and expected school behaviors.
2. Will circulate throughout all areas of the school building and grounds, and, especially, check areas that are not under the direct supervision of a teacher or other staff member such as cafeteria, bathrooms, corridors and alcoves, unoccupied rooms, parking lots, and all other places where students might congregate.
3. Will document student behavior/conduct matters as requested by the principal or designee and maintains records via the school database (PowerSchool and others) related to interaction with students in matters including, but not limited to, discipline, tardiness, and absenteeism.
4. Will mediate student conflicts, facilitate peer mediation, and conflict resolution as needed.
5. Will facilitate school to home communication as needed, under the guidelines established by school administration.
6. Will issue appropriate consequences to students whose behavior has not improved after initial counseling and warning, under the guidelines established by the school administration.
7. Report immediately to the Assistant Principal, those students who fail to conduct themselves appropriately after initial mediation has occurred and there is a repeat of misbehavior, or who violate a major school rule/regulation.
8. Will participate as a member of PBIS team and support students who are referred to SRBI Team.
9. Will assist the principal or designee with student attendance and tardiness matters and works with the Truant Officer, as needed, to improve school attendance.
10. Will assist with student arrival and dismissal safety.
11. Performs such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the principal or designee.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree. Experience with youth services, and/or coursework in child psychology, adolescent psychology, and/or counseling is preferred.
- Demonstrate ability in relating to, advising, and mentoring students at risk.
- Demonstrate the ability to be decisive, firm, and air in dealing with rule infractions, while still creating and maintain positive relationships with students, teachers and families.
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, in a clear and concise manner with students, staff, and parents.
- Physical stamina to be able to move quickly from area to area and the ability to spend most of the day on his/her feet moving about the building and grounds.
- Word processing skills and other basic computer skills to perform tasks as requested.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Earned Bachelor's degree or degree in progress
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Executive Director of Student and Family Services or Designee
New London Public Schools
New London, Connecticut
New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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