Social-Emotional Learning Technician - Sunrise Elementary School

Cherry Creek•Aurora, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Support the social-emotional growth of students in schools by fostering positive relationships and responding to students’ needs. Working under the supervision of licensed mental health staff, this role helps students build regulation skills, supports them during times of emotional distress, and contributes to a safe, inclusive school environment. The SEL Technician also plays an important role in tracking progress through consistent documentation and collaboration with the mental health team.

Requirements

Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines when working with student and family information
High school diploma or equivalent
No professional work experience required
Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
Ability to implement emotional regulation techniques
Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students
Understanding of and sensitivity to the experiences of students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal relations skills
Effective organizational skills
Mandatory biennial Crisis Prevention Intervention training provided by the District

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the public sector
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree
Classroom/instructional experience in an educational setting
Experience working with students, including students with social-emotional and/or behavior challenges

Responsibilities

Support students individually or in classes with behavior strategies, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement.
Provide direct support to students through SEL skill-building activities, small groups, and one-on-one check-ins, under the supervision of licensed mental health professionals.
Assist with preparing materials, monitoring student progress, and maintaining documentation related to mental health in coordination with licensed mental health staff.
Collaborate with mental health staff to identify students in need of additional SEL support and assist with intervention strategies, including assisting with the implementation, interpretation, and response of SEL screener data as appropriate
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.