Job Description

New Dawn Charter High School will provide over-aged and under-credited students 16 - 21 years of age, including those who are English Language Learners and those with special needs, the opportunity to return to school and obtain a high school diploma through a rigorous NYSED standards-based education program.

VISION FOR POSITION

The Behavior Specialist Counselor (BSC) helps the school realize New Dawn Charter School’s vision for ensuring all students, regardless of behavior, are provided with the structures and support needed to attend school and graduate successfully. The BSC ensures that teachers and other staff have the tools and skills necessary to work with students struggling with behavioral issues that have blocked them from success in school. In collaboration with the School Leadership Team, the BSC works with an identified group of students experiencing identified types of behavior (roaming, inattention, substance use, time management, fighting, etc.—all Tiers 2 and 3) to develop a shared vision for behavior management, establish clear lines of communication describing the management, gathers insight on how to best work with students, and helps families to support the learning at home.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Behavior Specialist Counselor (BSC) works to create and enhance a culture of achievement and respect where high expectations and results are the norm. The BSC’s actions must always be aligned with the New Dawn Charter School mission, vision, and core values. We are looking for a qualified behavior specialist with experience working with high school students and/or young adults with emotional and/or behavior problems to develop plans and strategies to help the student remain successfully in school. The essential functions for Behavior Specialist Counselor are as follows:

• Observing and assessing students' behavior.
• Assisting with determining student Tiers.
• Developing and implementing plans to address behavioral issues including FBA and BIPs.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
• Collaborate with counselors in developing IEP goals aligned to behavior plans.
• Utilize behavioral therapy techniques to address challenging behaviors and promote positive behavior management.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to students to foster their personal and academic growth.
• Supporting students throughout their education.
• Communicating with students' teachers and families to implement behavior plans.
• Monitoring and recording progress.
• Conducting assessments to determine improvements.
• Maintaining student records and behavior reports.
• Collaborating with other staff, teachers, and administrators.
• Training the school community on techniques for de-escalation
• Assisting teachers to develop classroom management plans that encompass students who are struggling emotionally and/or behaviorally.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Collaborate with colleagues to continuously improve personal practice and to support the achievement of the overall goals and mission of the school and the network.
• Access meaningful learning experiences (professional development opportunities, ideas from colleagues and supervisors) and exercise judgment in accepting findings as valid for application in practice and improvement.
• Reflect critically upon experience and practice; identify areas for further professional development as part of a professional development plan that is linked to professional growth and school/network level goals; access meaningful learning experiences; listen thoughtfully to other viewpoints and responds constructively to suggestions and criticisms.
• Use feedback to inform and update Individual Professional Development Plan.
• Fulfill all outlined and related functions professionally and thoroughly.

EEOC Statement
New Dawn Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: jobs@ndchsbrooklyn.org and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

New Dawn Mission
New Dawn Charter Schools provide a supportive, restorative, and academically rigorous environment for students who have experienced educational interruption, helping them re-engage, earn their diploma, and successfully transition to college, career, and life.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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