Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Teacher

Everett Public Schools•Everett, MA

13d

About The Position

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Teacher Job Summary: The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Classroom Teacher leads the integration of evidence-based SEL practices in alignment with the CASEL Framework , MYCAP (My Career Advancement Plan), and PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) initiatives. This educator supports students' development in self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making while fostering academic achievement, college/career readiness, and positive behavior. Through direct instruction, collaboration, and coaching, the SEL Specialist helps establish a supportive, inclusive school culture that meets the needs of all learners. Key Responsibilities: Instruction & Curriculum Integration: Design and deliver direct SEL instruction aligned with the five CASEL competencies and incorporate SEL into daily academic instruction. Integrate SEL goals with MYCAP planning, helping students develop the personal and career readiness skills necessary for postsecondary success. Use restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices to strengthen students’ resilience and engagement. Support implementation of PBIS Tier 1 strategies to promote school-wide positive behavior expectations and create a safe, nurturing environment. Student Support & Interventions: Identify students needing targeted SEL interventions based on SEL assessments, behavioral data (PBIS), and MYCAP benchmarks. Facilitate small groups or individualized SEL sessions that address specific student needs in emotional regulation, career planning, goal setting, and conflict resolution. Collaborate with counseling staff and PBIS teams to implement interventions aligned with the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) model. Collaboration & Professional Development: Serve as a leader and resource for staff in the integration of CASEL, MYCAP, and PBIS frameworks into classroom practices. Plan and deliver professional development to staff on SEL integration, trauma-informed practices, restorative strategies, MYCAP goal-setting, and PBIS systems. Engage families and community partners to support SEL, career planning, and positive behavior reinforcement at home and in the broader community. Assessment, Reporting, and Data Use: Collect and analyze SEL, MYCAP, and PBIS data to monitor student growth and program effectiveness. Use observational tools, student self-assessments, and SEL screeners aligned with the CASEL framework to monitor student progress.(Wayfinder) Maintain accurate, confidential records of student progress on SEL competencies, behavior plans, and MYCAP goals. Use data to inform continuous improvement of SEL, career readiness, and behavioral supports school-wide.

Requirements

Deep understanding of the CASEL competencies and their application to academic and life success.
Knowledge of PBIS frameworks and Tiered Intervention supports (MTSS).
Familiarity with MYCAP planning processes and career readiness frameworks.
Strong communication, coaching, and collaboration skills with both youth and adults.
Skilled in trauma-informed care, culturally responsive practices, and restorative approaches.
Highly organized, data-driven, flexible, and culturally responsive.

Nice To Haves

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools training preferred

Responsibilities

Design and deliver direct SEL instruction aligned with the five CASEL competencies and incorporate SEL into daily academic instruction.
Integrate SEL goals with MYCAP planning, helping students develop the personal and career readiness skills necessary for postsecondary success.
Use restorative, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices to strengthen students’ resilience and engagement.
Support implementation of PBIS Tier 1 strategies to promote school-wide positive behavior expectations and create a safe, nurturing environment.
Identify students needing targeted SEL interventions based on SEL assessments, behavioral data (PBIS), and MYCAP benchmarks.
Facilitate small groups or individualized SEL sessions that address specific student needs in emotional regulation, career planning, goal setting, and conflict resolution.
Collaborate with counseling staff and PBIS teams to implement interventions aligned with the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) model.
Serve as a leader and resource for staff in the integration of CASEL, MYCAP, and PBIS frameworks into classroom practices.
Plan and deliver professional development to staff on SEL integration, trauma-informed practices, restorative strategies, MYCAP goal-setting, and PBIS systems.
Engage families and community partners to support SEL, career planning, and positive behavior reinforcement at home and in the broader community.
Collect and analyze SEL, MYCAP, and PBIS data to monitor student growth and program effectiveness.
Use observational tools, student self-assessments, and SEL screeners aligned with the CASEL framework to monitor student progress.(Wayfinder)
Maintain accurate, confidential records of student progress on SEL competencies, behavior plans, and MYCAP goals.
Use data to inform continuous improvement of SEL, career readiness, and behavioral supports school-wide.