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We are nestled in the heart of the Finger Lakes. Two culturally diverse town hubs of Ithaca and Geneva are within 25 miles. Nearby are several state parks and plenty of lake access. We are within only a few miles of several restaurants and wineries. -
Our community provides great support to incoming staff. The close-knit nature of our school and towns make belonging here easy. You will never be without the support and opportunity you need to flourish. There are plenty of things to do and great people.
Behavior Support Specialist (Dean of Students) in grades PK-5
Position Summary:
The Behavior Support Specialist is responsible for supporting a safe, structured, and inclusive school environment by addressing student behavior through proactive, restorative, and therapeutic approaches. This role primarily focuses on direct student support while also contributing to leadership efforts related to school climate, behavior systems, and disciplinary processes. In addition, the individual will assume Dean ofStudents responsibilities as part of the position, supporting the implementation of school-wide discipline practices and student management systems. The position works closely with administration, faculty, families, and support staff to promote positive student outcomes.
Behavioral Support & Intervention
- Provide direct behavioral and social-emotional support to students, including individual and smallgroup interventions
- Collaborate with teachers to implement classroom-based strategies and supports
- Support crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data
- Support the administration of the school’s discipline system in alignment with district policies andrestorative practices
- Investigate and respond to student behavioral incidents
- Facilitate restorative conferences and problem-solving meetings
- Maintain accurate documentation of behavioral incidents and interventions
- Communicate with families regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions
- Lead or support school-wide behavior systems (e.g., PBIS, MTSS, restorative practices)
- Analyze behavior data to identify trends and inform school-wide strategies
- Provide professional development and coaching to staff on behavior management and trauma-informed practices
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe school culture
- Work collaboratively with administrators, school psychologists, counselors, and social workers
- Serve as a liaison between school and families regarding behavioral and social-emotional concerns
- Participate in student support team meetings, CSE/MTSS meetings, and other collaborativestructures
Required:
- Master’s degree in School Psychology, Social Work, School Counseling, or a related field
- Appropriate New York State certification/licensure (e.g., School Psychologist, LMSW/LCSW,School Counselor)
- Experience working with elementary-aged students and behavioral intervention systems
- Strong knowledge of behavior management, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional learning
Work Year / Reports To:
- 10-month position
- Reports to the Building Principal
Apply online: South Seneca CSD
Application available on the district website or by contacting Shelley Reynolds, District Clerk @ sreynolds@southseneca.org
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Behavioral Support & Intervention
- Provide direct behavioral and social-emotional support to students, including individual and smallgroup interventions
- Collaborate with teachers to implement classroom-based strategies and supports
- Support crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data
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- Support the administration of the school’s discipline system in alignment with district policies andrestorative practices
- Investigate and respond to student behavioral incidents
- Facilitate restorative conferences and problem-solving meetings
- Maintain accurate documentation of behavioral incidents and interventions
- Communicate with families regarding student behavior and disciplinary actions
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- Lead or support school-wide behavior systems (e.g., PBIS, MTSS, restorative practices)
- Analyze behavior data to identify trends and inform school-wide strategies
- Provide professional development and coaching to staff on behavior management and trauma-informed practices
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe school culture
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- Work collaboratively with administrators, school psychologists, counselors, and social workers
- Serve as a liaison between school and families regarding behavioral and social-emotional concerns
- Participate in student support team meetings, CSE/MTSS meetings, and other collaborativestructures
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Required:
- Master’s degree in School Psychology, Social Work, School Counseling, or a related field
- Appropriate New York State certification/licensure (e.g., School Psychologist, LMSW/LCSW,School Counselor)
- Experience working with elementary-aged students and behavioral intervention systems
- Strong knowledge of behavior management, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional learning
Work Year / Reports To:
- 10-month position
- Reports to the Building Principal
Apply online: South Seneca CSD
Application available on the district website or by contacting Shelley Reynolds, District Clerk @ sreynolds@southseneca.org
South Seneca Central School District shall not discriminate against any person in hiring practices; or in terms, conditions, or benefits of employment or in classroom experience because of race, creed, religion, Gender, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.