Job Title:
Peer Mediator, ESOL (10-Month)

Location:
Seat Pleasant, MD, US

Organization Name:
Central High School

Department Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Peer Mediator is responsible for the oversight of the School-based Peer Mediation Program. These responsibilities are inclusive of, but not limited to, providing instructions to students in the area of conflict resolution, anger management, anti-bullying, harassment, and peer mediation skills through classroom instruction, small/large group instruction and scheduled classroom visitations. The Peer Mediator is school-based under the direct supervision of the principal and receives general supervision from the Department of Student Engagement and School Support, Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools/Student Affairs.

Brief Description:

This is a PGCEA, Table A, 10-Month Position

Salary Range: $47,781 - $103,819

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date: August 24, 2018



Detailed Description:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Provide training to students in Conflict Resolution Skills;

Provide student training in mediation inclusive of active listening, using I-messages, remaining neutral, brainstorming options, writing agreements and confidentiality utilizing the Peer Mediation Resource Guide and other related resources;

Utilize an approved peer mediator selection process that results in training students who represent the diversity of the school community;

Identify trained mediators using the articulation list compiled by the Department of Student Engagement and School Support from feeder middle and elementary schools and involve these students in the secondary program;

Coordinate logistics and scheduling so that mediation can be offered during, before and after the school day so that all trained mediators have the opportunity to conduct mediations;

Develop a tracking system to document the number of mediations offered, completed, disputants, mediators and the status of the resolution;

Provide appropriate evaluation and follow-up with the disputants within seven (7) days of the date of the mediation to determine the success of the mediation;

Document the outcome of the mediation on a Mediation Agreement Form;

Monitor the academic progress of the student mediators and confer with the student's counselor to provide appropriate tutoring resources, as needed;

Plan and schedule assemblies and/or classroom presentations in collaboration with the Pupil Personnel Worker related to the Student Code of Conduct and Conflict Resolution Options including mediation and negotiation;

Schedule and conduct monthly (more, if feasible) peer mediation meetings with the student mediators to provide skills building and problem solving opportunities overall program process training;

Develop a classroom instruction plan in conflict resolution, anger management, effective problem solving, and peer mediation through collaboration with content teachers;

Attend all quarterly in-service meetings, submit monthly tracking reports to the Department of Student Engagement and School Support/Office of SDFS/SA and share this information with the administrative staff;

Hold at least two recognition events for Peer Mediators each year (end of first semester and prior to the end of the school year);

Hold individual conferences with student mediators to discuss their skill levels and areas needing further development;

Present conflict resolution/peer mediation information and quarterly updates to the administration and staff at regularly scheduled staff meetings;

Participate as a member of the Student Assistance Program Team and/or PBIS Team;

Meet with the Assistant Principals to discuss using mediation as an option prior to suspension and upon return to the school from suspension in order to resolve conflicts;

Meet with and monitor students returning from suspension, transitioning from alternative programs and re-entering from juvenile services to ensure that students have knowledge of options to resolve conflicts and improve decision-making and problem-solving skills;

Submit monthly and other required reports;

Provide support to other schools under special circumstances related to group or multi-party disputes;

Schedule and attend all mediation conferences;

Solicit and investigate referral forms from teachers, administrators, other students and parents;

Provide adequate evaluation and follow-up for each mediation session;

Monitor the behavior of student mediators; and

Work with peer facilitators.

Job Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Thorough knowledge of conflict resolution and conflict analysis;

Knowledge of mediation practices and principles;

Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills;

Ability to keep abreast of new guidelines, emerging trends and best practices related to conflict resolution;

Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills;

Knowledge of electronic data collection;

Ability to work with diverse populations;

Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization;

Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process;

Ability to provide instructions that reflect multiple perspectives and multicultural education;

Ability to articulate and present information, overviews and reports, both written and oral;

Ability to infuse technology into curriculum;

Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school system staff; and

Excellent oral and communication skills.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, counseling, conflict analysis and resolution required.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Holds or is eligible for a (Standard or Advanced) Professional Certificate in Special Education or School Counseling preferred; or appropriate to an area of assignment issued by the Maryland State Department of Education. Training in Conflict Analysis is preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Additional Details:

Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.

Based on the settlement agreement reached in Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor v. Prince George's County Board of Education, OALJ Case No. 2011-LCA-00026, PGCPS is ineligible to sponsor foreign nationals for U.S. employment under any temporary or permanent visa program. As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.

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Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.



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