Lead Counselor/Behavior Specialist (elementary) – 0.5 FTE

Position Title:  0.5 FTE Lead Counselor/Behavior Specialist (elementary)

Start Date:  2024-25 school year

This position is part-time 0.5 FTE, located at  Wildwood Elementary.

Salary and benefits are part of the Teacher Master Agreement.

Minimum Requirements:  Must have a valid MN School Social Worker (Pre-K -12), School Counselor license,  School Psychologist license, or be able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Qualifications:

• Must have a valid MN School Counselor license, School Psychologist license, School Social Worker (Pre-K -12).
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to deliver positive behavior intervention and support
• Effective communication and human relations skills
• Knowledge and skills in group facilitation
• Collaborative problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Delivering individual, small group, and classroom interventions
• Build positive relationships between students and building staff
• Collaborate with building administration and staff to implement effective positive behavioral management strategies and de-escalation strategies.
• Support and facilitate crisis management.
• Support student success during non-academic timeframes during the day, including lunchroom, recess, transportation and other times.
• Communicate with parents on Office Discipline Referrals and Bus Referrals and develop plans for success
• Other job-related duties as assigned

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.