Immediate Opening: Illinois Behavioral Specialist

Regeneration Schools•Chicago, IL

12d•$36,000 - $49,000•Onsite

About The Position

ReGeneration is seeking an experienced full-time Behavioral Specialist to collaborate with school staff in creating a learner-centered, friendly, and safe school environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of articulating high expectations and promoting appropriate social behavior. This role involves active participation in the discipline system to de-escalate student misconduct and redirect students for success in the classroom and school community.

Requirements

Believes low-income students can become college and career ready.
Willingness to work long hours to successfully get the job done.
High expectations on personal and team performance.
Flexible to changing priorities and conditions.
Demonstrate initiative and creativity.
Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Hold a high school degree (or G.E.D. equivalent)
1-2 years of school experience.
Successfully complete pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing a positive, orderly learning environment that engages students and maximizes on-task behavior.
Great verbal communication skills, time management, and organization skills, and exceptional customer service.
Exercise good judgment when responding to safety and security violations and emergencies.
Exercise dignity and respect when interacting with students at all times.
Develop positive rapport with school staff and students to contribute to working conditions conducive to building a professional learning community.
Create and follow protocols for the safe and orderly entry, dismissal, and movement of students throughout the school grounds.
Monitor student behavior to make informed decisions and provide effective communication.
Prevent trespassing, vandalism, loitering or other acts that contribute to an unsafe or disorderly environment.
Participate in professional development training to ensure ongoing growth.
Other duties as assigned.