Therapeutic Coordinator

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC)•Prior Lake, MN

About The Position

The Therapeutic Coordinator works directly with Therapeutic Leadership to create a successful social & emotional therapeutic Dakota classroom. The Therapeutic Coordinator will see each child as an individual and will meet them where they are to support their social and emotional growth.

Requirements

Must be 18 years old or older.
Associates Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Must meet qualification and experience requirements from the MN Rule 3 guidelines for Teacher category.
3+ years’ experience working in a therapeutic early childhood classroom structure.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Confidentiality regarding student, families and team members is a top priority.
First Aide and CPR required.
Complete and pass background check with meeting the requirements of SMSC
This position is subject to testing for drugs (THC included) and alcohol in accordance with the Federal Department of Transportation Regulations as well as the SMSC’s Drug / THC and Alcohol Policy.

Nice To Haves

Worked in an early childhood program that uses. Conscious Discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Create and continue unity with therapeutic leader while creating programs and building relationships within the classrooms.
Maintain, lead and train STARS Team Members in Conscious Discipline
Preserves Conscious Discipline as the foundation in STARS and Playworks
Positive consistent communication with Team Members
Build relationships with contact STAR Families
Develops systems to verify that STARS Team Members know monthly calendar events, including setting up so each Team Member can attend required meetings and trainings.
Approximately 50% of FTE is classroom coverage. This includes covering Team Member absences, coaching and mentoring others.
Ensure compliance with Health and Safety: Ex: IHS and Tribal Licensing Requirements, Building, etc.
First aid kit inventory
Update family emergency and medical documentation
Daily and weekly classroom safety checks
Radio Inventory sheets
Field trip and/or special activity authorizations and safety
Monthly family newsletter
Plan with manager and staff collaborators, additional articles regarding Conscious Discipline, skills, MH, Dakota cultural focus
Plan and execute family events
Co-create vision and activities with Therapeutic Program Leadership
Assist Therapeutic Leader with program implementation
Take initiative on follow-thru with Team Members (scheduling, deadlines, completion, etc.)
Yearly Family Engagement plan
Special Projects as assigned