Peaceful School is currently hiring for the following positions:
Are you passionate about building community and promoting social competence? Do you have experience working with kindergarten through 8th grade school students?
Peaceful Schools is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Enrichment Support Instructor to provide support to the Peaceful People Enrichment Program during school hours. This is a 12-month – 40-hour per week position. Position is based at HW Smith in Syracuse, NY.
Peaceful Schools Enrichment Support Instructors apply their experience and expertise in specific academic, cultural, and social justice content to support the positive youth development of K-8 students who participate in enrichment courses and After-School Program. Enrichment Support Instructors build community and promote social competence by integrating and promoting the Peaceful People Social Skills Curriculum as needed, and through the application of restorative practices.
Duties & Responsibilities:
· Work collaboratively with Peaceful Schools enrichment team.
· Support the creation and management of the peaceful classroom climate and a safe learning environment.
· Substitute for absent Instructors as needed.
· Lead instruction in After School classrooms as needed, including implementing building-wide learning initiatives.
· Preplan for needed supplies and follow company policies to request and receive them.
· Maintain accurate student attendance/discipline records.
· Provide building level support as assigned including but not limited to behavioral and academic support as needed.
· Assist in facilitating mediations as needed.
· Assist in organization and maintenance of program inventory.
· Actively participate in Peaceful Schools staff trainings and meetings, as well as in select school-based trainings and meetings.
· Reflect the mission and vision of Peaceful Schools.
· Display strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, and problem-solving skills in line with the Peaceful Schools Core Values.
· Ability to work independently and identify and solve problems.
· Follow all company and SCSD building policies, procedures, and protocols.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. Experience working in a K-12 setting preferred.
2. Knowledge and experience planning and leading educational lessons/activities for youth.
3. Fingerprint and background clearance as required under Laws of New York 2001, Chapter 180, and its subsequent amendments.
4. Computer and social media literate include basics in Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
· Full-time, salaried non-exempt position.
· Participation in Open House and Curriculum night events, other essential school functions, and report to assigned location as determined by Project Director.
· Some telecommuting/remote work with supervisor approval.
· Typical schedule is Monday through Friday as per assigned school building with the ability to report to company headquarters and other locations as assigned when school is not in session.
· Summer schedules and assigned location may vary as determined by project needs.
· Some telecommuting/remote work with supervisor approval.
· Must be able to lift, carry, or cart up to 25 pounds, and transfer room to room as needed throughout the day.
Position is 12 months, full-time, working Monday-Friday during the school day, 40 hours per week. Peaceful Schools is offering a competitive salary, generous time-off, 401k (with a match up to 4% – fully vested upon entering the plan), medical, dental and vision insurances, employer paid life insurance, training and ongoing support throughout the summer and school year. Position is based at HW Smith in Syracuse, NY. Interested applicants should submit resume and cover letter to hiring@peacefulschools.com Please highlight your teaching experience and area of enrichment expertise in your letter.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
All applicants will receive a confirmation email upon receipt. Peaceful Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45, 500.00 – $49,275.00 Annual Salary depending on education and experience. Position is eligible for overtime.
Peaceful Schools provides comprehensive social-emotional education and conflict resolution products and services. To learn more, please visit www.peacefulschools.com. Peaceful Schools is committed to giving everyone the power to be peaceful.
Peaceful Schools is seeking experienced and dynamic youth development specialists to serve as a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Interventionist embedded in the high school setting (grades 9-12) with the ability to support other grades for tasks such as return from suspension/re-entry circles. This is a 12-month position. The SEL Interventionists will support the implementation of a comprehensive SEL program throughout the school. Through small-group social skill instruction, structured conflict resolution. The SEL Interventions will support students’ social-emotional health and development. Supported by the Peaceful Schools team, SEL Interventionists will work alongside school staff to identify and address schoolwide and individual needs. Position is based out of East Syracuse Minoa High School.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Responsibilities and Qualifications:
· Conduct individual evidenced-based interventions
· Conduct social skill groups with targeted student groupings utilizing evidence-based strategies
· Monitor and report on student progress in skill groups and individual interventions
· Conduct Restorative Circles and Mediations with students and support staff-led circles, as needed
· Participate in school-based team meetings
· Support a safe and welcoming school climate by assisting with Arrival/Dismissal procedures and at other assigned times
· Conduct family outreach and engagement in coordination with school and district efforts
· Make referrals for students and families to services and community organizations for additional SEL supports
· Maintain accurate records and submit monthly reports on services provided
· Actively participate in Peaceful Schools staff trainings and meetings, as well as in select school-based trainings and meetings
· Display strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
· Master’s Degree preferred in Education, Psychology, Human Services or related field, or significant relevant experience
· Experience in Restorative Practices and youth development
· Experience working in a K-12 setting preferred
· Fingerprint and background clearance as required under Laws of New York 2001, Chapter 180, and its subsequent amendments.
· Computer and social media literate including basics in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Position is 12-months, full-time, working Monday-Friday during the school day, 40 hours per week. Peaceful Schools is offering a competitive salary, generous time-off, Simple IRA (with a match up to 3% – fully vested upon entering the plan), employer paid life insurance, medical, vision, and dental insurance, training and ongoing support throughout the summer and school year.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. Please highlight your youth development or other school-based experiences in your letter.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please email your Resume & Cover Letter to hiring@peacefulschools.com.
All applicants will receive a confirmation email upon receipt. Peaceful Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $46,800 – $51,126 per year depending on experience.
Peaceful Schools provides comprehensive social-emotional education and conflict resolution products and services. Peaceful Schools is committed to giving everyone the power to be peaceful. EOE
