Job Description

Responsibilities of the Behavior Support Specialist will include, but are not limited to:

Proactive Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Dean of Students to establish a positive, structured, and achievement-oriented school culture.
• Assist in the implementation of positive school investment systems.
• Work closely with the student support team to design behavior intervention plans.
• Support teachers in building relationships with students and parents.
• Model core values at all times.
• Lead RTI-B across the school which includes attending RTI-B meetings, executing fidelity checks and documenting RTI-B implementation
• Leads walkthroughs regularly to provide feedback and coaching.
• Coaches and models effective use of Dean’s List and the behavior system.
• Provide additional coaching and support to teachers as needed.
• Facilitates effective teacher development as needed.
• Coaches related arts teachers.

Reactive Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the implementation of specific behavioral intervention plans.
• Assist teachers, students, and parents in the creation and implementation of support plans for struggling students.
• Reinforce the effective use of the school-wide behavior plan, including the school’s merit and demerit system.
• Monitor behavioral pull-outs and resets during the school day.
• Support the implementation and oversight of after school detentions.
• Monitoring the hallways.
• Respond to any issues on the bus, as delegated.

Qualifications

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience teaching or leading children
• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred

Desired Characteristics

• Unwavering commitment to KIPP Nashville’s mission, students, families, and community
• Firm belief in affirming the identity of students, families and staff
• Passionate and committed to being a leader for racial justice and equity, and teaching in a school committed to anti-racism
• Eagerness to collaborate and problem-solve with a variety of stakeholders
• Demonstrate commitment to continue their professional development individually
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, be flexible, and willing to go above and beyond to meet the varied needs of students
• Demonstrates excitement in growing students into their highest selves

Additional Information

Compensation

Our comprehensive compensation package includes life insurance and long-term disability coverage provided by KIPP Nashville, voluntary medical and dental plans, in addition to retirement benefits and an annual salary increase. To establish equitable salary practices, the compensation package is derived from the regional KIPP Nashville Public Schools pay scale. This position is exempt and will follow a 10-month schedule.

Apply online at ** https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/nashville** . Please contact ** recruiting@kippnashville.org** with any questions.

KIPP Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.