Culture and SEL Coach (48651)

AIMS K-12 College Prep Charter District | Oakland•Oakland, CA

16d•$42 - $42

About The Position

The Part-Time SEL Coach will play a key role in strengthening school culture and ensuring a positive, structured, and supportive environment for all students. This position will focus on designing and implementing systems that promote social-emotional learning (SEL), positive behavior, and restorative practices. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator or SEL practitioner who excels at building sustainable structures that enhance school climate and student well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Demonstrated experience leading SEL or PBIS initiatives in a school setting
Strong understanding of restorative practices and trauma-informed approaches
Excellent communication, organization, and facilitation skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple stakeholders

Responsibilities

Develop and Implement PBIS Systems
Establish and lead a schoolwide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework that promotes consistent expectations, positive reinforcement, and data-informed decision-making.
Support Behavior Management Systems
Design, implement, and train staff on effective, restorative behavior management practices to ensure consistency across classrooms, common areas, and schoolwide routines.
Create Reflection and Reset Spaces
Develop and launch a structured reflection or reset space that supports students in processing behavior choices, regulating emotions, and re-engaging positively with the learning environment.
Implement SEL and School Climate Surveys
Develop, administer, and analyze Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and school climate surveys for students and staff; synthesize data and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
Support Culture and Climate Structures
Establish and maintain systems that foster a safe, respectful, and engaging school culture, with a particular focus on middle school routines, transitions, and student accountability.
Lunch and Unstructured Time Systems
Design and implement clear lunch, recess, and transition routines that promote safety, structure, and positive student interactions during unstructured times.
Staff Collaboration and Training
Collaborate closely with school leadership to coach and support staff, providing professional development and ongoing guidance related to SEL, PBIS, restorative practices, and behavior management.
Other duties as assigned by the Head of Schools