Company Overview:
The School Climate Manager is responsible for fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe school environment that supports student well-being, academic success, and social-emotional development. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to improve school culture, address behavioral concerns, promote equity and inclusion, and engage students, staff, and families in creating a supportive learning community.
Responsibilities:
Shine on as a climate manager
Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students. Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students. Join our team members who shine a positive light on our students and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.
Overview:The School Climate Manager is responsible for fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe school environment that supports student well-being, academic success, and social-emotional development. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to improve school culture, address behavioral concerns, promote equity and inclusion, and engage students, staff, and families in creating a supportive learning community.
School Climate and Culture Development:
- Lead efforts to assess and improve school climate through surveys, focus groups, and data analysis.
- Develop and implement programs that promote a positive school culture, student engagement, and staff morale.
- Ensure that school policies and practices align with restorative justice principles, trauma-informed approaches, and social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies.
- Collaborate with school leadership to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices into school culture.
Behavioral Support and Intervention:
- Establish and oversee a proactive, data-driven approach to behavior management that reduces suspensions, expulsions, and disciplinary referrals.
- Support teachers in implementing positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) and restorative justice practices.
- Provide conflict resolution training and mediation for students and staff.
- Develop school-wide initiatives to prevent bullying, harassment, and discrimination.
Student and Family Engagement:
- Serve as a liaison between the school and families to address concerns related to school climate and student well-being.
- Develop workshops, events, and communication strategies to enhance parent and community engagement.
- Partner with student leadership groups to amplify student voice in shaping school culture.
Professional Development and Training:
- Design and facilitate professional development for teachers and staff on SEL, trauma-informed practices, culturally responsive teaching, and conflict resolution.
- Support staff in creating inclusive, engaging classrooms that reflect students' diverse identities and experiences.
Data Collection and Reporting:
- Monitor and analyze school climate data, discipline trends, and student engagement metrics to guide decision-making.
- Prepare reports and recommendations for school leadership and stakeholders on climate-related initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal policies regarding school climate, discipline, and student rights.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Worked with kids for 2+ years
- Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
- Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
- Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
- Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
- Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students
- Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.