School Climate Coaching Specialist

EdAdvance is hiring a full-time School Climate Coaching Specialist in Litchfield, CT, to enhance social emotional skills among school leaders and staff. The role involves developing professional development opportunities, supporting school climate plans, and coaching in-district leaders. Candidates should have a valid CT School Administrator certification, experience in leadership and Social Emotional Learning, and strong communication skills. The position offers benefits including health insurance and paid time off.
Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
6/20/2024

Location:
Litchfield, CT
EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.

Mission
EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.

EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach - grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

School Climate Coaching Specialist
Full Time (210 days)
Position is Open Until Filled
Start Date: On or before September 1, 2024
Reports to: The Assistant Executive Director

EdAdvance is pleased to announce the creation of a School Climate Coaching program to assist building leaders in this work. As part of a dynamic team, this position will focus on increasing social emotional skills in school leaders and staff, developing tiered professional development opportunities for EdAdvance, and providing in-district support for the creation and implementation of school climate plans.

Salary is dependent on school/district leadership experience, level of social emotional skills training, and knowledge of best practices in a school setting. Full-time EdAdvance employee benefits package includes health insurance, life insurance, paid sick and personal time. Position is eligible for TRB contributions.

Major Responsibilities:
• Assist in the creation of short and long-term school climate goals for school leaders.
• Assist school leaders in the implementation of the school climate surveys and interpretation of data.
• Assist in the development and implementation of school climate improvement plans.
• Provide on-going tiered social, emotional skills training to school districts and building leaders.
• Provide in-district school climate coaching for principals, assistant principals, and supervisors.
• Create and provide tiered professional development opportunities that align with EdAdvance and CSDE school climate and SEL goals.
• Assist in the creation of a building-based school climate communication plan.
• Assist in developing school climate committees.
• Identify and utilize EdAdvance and CSDE resources in this work.
• Evaluate and support certified staff as assigned.
• Other duties as determined by the Director of School Climate and Mental Health.
Qualifications:
• Valid CT Certification as a School Administrator (092)
• Experienced building leadership preferred
• Training in Social Emotional Learning
• Background in supporting school leaders in SEL work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead and collaborate with school district leaders and staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills with individuals, teams, and groups.
• Experience in identifying and addressing school climate needs within a school settings.
• Advanced knowledge of Social Emotional Learning standards.
• Experience in working effectively with others to promote change.

Application Procedure:
Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance's employment page at, http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: HR[redacted]