Position OverviewGrade(s): 9-12The Director of School Culture & Climate will align social-emotional learning and behavioral intervention systems to create a positive learning environment and school culture for KIPP Capital Region.Duties/Responsibilities Initiative Organization & Management Set and invest staff in a vision for a joyful, structured, and caring school environment.Work with staff and students to design and implement school wide culture systems (i.e., entry, dismissal, transition, incentive systems, community meetings, etc.) aligned to the vision for school culture.Lead data collection and assessment process to evaluate effectiveness of school climate initiatives including data and assessments related to service coordination, school-wide implementation of climate initiatives, stakeholder surveys. Organizational Leadership Support with the coaching and management of student services team managersProvide individual behavior climate coaching to identified teachers.Consultation to school leadership and school teams on the development and implementation of systems and structures for Restorative Practices and other school culture and climate topicsSchool Culture & Student SuccessProvide support in crisis intervention including school-wide and individual student situations, including conducting crisis assessments, positive support plans, parental notifications as required by law.Collaborate with school social workers to oversee the referral of students requiring social-emotional and behavior support and social services.Engage the school community and caregivers in the educational process by providing frequent opportunities to discuss student growth and needs.KIPP Capital RegionPerform other duties as outlined by the School PrincipalCommitted to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together.Complies with all charter, federal, state, and local laws, and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family ServicesAdheres to organization policies and procedures; promotes and supports mission, vision, and values, including developing and participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives.
