Culture Facilitator

Distinctive Schools•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Culture Facilitator ensures a safe experience for students by supervising school grounds and students during instructional and non-instructional times, including before- and after-school activities. Working closely with students, teachers, and school leadership, this person implements strategies that promote a strong school culture, positive behavior supports, and student engagement. The role supports students’ social-emotional development, strengthens relationships between students and staff, and helps ensure school-wide expectations are clearly communicated and reinforced. The position is based at Longwood Elementary, 1309 W. 95th Street, Chicago, IL 60643, and reports to the Dean of Students. It is a regular, full-time position with a stated start date of November 2026. The salary is $42,029, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience working with children in an education or volunteer setting.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Deep understanding of restorative justice and positive behavior interventions.
Ability to analyze behavior and attendance data to inform interventions.
Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Experience working with diverse student populations and communities.
Ability to work a set schedule based on before-, during-, or after-school hours.
Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, and crouching; and working on one’s feet for 4–6 hours daily.

Nice To Haves

Experience in student support, behavior intervention, or culture/climate roles.

Responsibilities

Implement school-wide systems, routines, and expectations that promote a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment, as directed by the Dean of Students.
Foster a culture of respect, responsibility, and community among students and staff.
Support initiatives related to student attendance, motivation, sense of belonging, and school pride, including events, incentives, and recognition programs.
Monitor student behavior trends and provide strategic interventions for students who need additional support.
Support restorative practices, mediations, and conflict-resolution strategies to address student conflicts and maintain a healthy school climate.
Partner with families to support student behavior, attendance, and engagement in school activities.
Communicate school-wide expectations and cultural initiatives to families and the school community.
Serve as a thought partner to staff supporting students with behavioral and social-emotional challenges.
Support attendance initiatives by identifying and addressing barriers to student attendance and engagement.
Work with students and families to develop attendance improvement plans and interventions.
Supervise students in halls, gathering rooms, and school grounds; monitor noise levels and student behavior; and help ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
Supervise and support students during arrival and dismissal.
Serve as a positive mentor for students across all grades.
Complete incident reports and referrals clearly and concisely, referring students to appropriate personnel when disciplinary action may be necessary.
Follow and enforce campus safety protocols, school policies, and the code of conduct.
Operate a two-way radio to communicate with school leadership and staff.
Uphold professional responsibilities consistent with the mission and working agreements of Distinctive Schools.