Culture & Climate Coach / School Safety Officer The Culture & Climate Coach / School Safety Officer plays a dual role in fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment while supporting positive student behavior and campus security. This position is focused on relationship-building, prevention, and student support, not enforcement alone. The role emphasizes proactive supervision, conflict de-escalation, restorative practices, and collaboration with staff to promote a positive school climate where all students feel safe, respected, and supported.
Key Responsibilities: Culture, Climate & Student Support:
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students through daily presence, mentoring, and modeling respectful behavior
- Support schoolwide positive behavior systems (PBIS), social-emotional learning (SEL), and restorative practices
- Assist students in resolving conflicts using age-appropriate de-escalation and problem-solving strategies
- Support students during transitions (arrival, dismissal, recess, lunch, hallway movement)
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to address behavioral concerns proactively
- Reinforce school expectations and help students understand and practice appropriate behavior
- Serve as a positive adult role model who reflects the district's values of equity, inclusion, and respect
- Safety & Security:
- Monitor school grounds, buildings, and common areas to ensure a safe and orderly environment
- Assist with visitor check-in procedures and campus access control in accordance with district policy
- Respond calmly and appropriately to safety concerns, behavioral incidents, or emergencies
- Support emergency preparedness procedures, drills, and safety protocols
- Document incidents accurately and communicate concerns promptly to administration
- Maintain visibility on campus to deter unsafe behavior while remaining approachable to students
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with school staff to support classroom and campus needs
- Communicate respectfully and professionally with students, staff, families, and visitors
- Participate in professional development related to school safety, trauma-informed practices, and student behavior support
Qualifications
Required:- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with children, youth, or school-aged populations
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in high-stress situations
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to supporting a positive, inclusive elementary school environmentAbility to pass background checks and meet district employment requirements
Preferred:- Prior experience in school safety, youth mentoring, behavior support, or campus supervision
- Training in PBIS, SEL, restorative practices, conflict resolution, or trauma-informed care
- Experience working in elementary school settings
- Bilingual abilities (as applicable to district needs)
- Physical & Work Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, and supervise for extended periods
- Ability to respond quickly to safety situations
- Work primarily outdoors and indoors in a school environmentAbility to lift up to district-specified weight limits if required
Work Schedule:
School-year position; hours aligned with the student day (before/after school coverage as assigned)
Core Competencies:- Relationship-driven approach to student behavior
- Cultural responsiveness and equity-centered mindset
- Proactive safety awareness
- Team collaboration
- Strong judgment and professionalism
- Application Procedure:
Apply online, attaching a copy of your letter of interest, a resume and professional reference information. Candidate review will continue until the position is filled. Please, no phone calls.
