Job Title

Culture & Climate Coach / School Safety Officer

Department

Student Services / School Operations

Reports To

School Principal and District Administration 

Job Summary

The Culture & Climate Coach / School Safety Officer plays a dual role in fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment while supporting positive student behavior and campus security. This position is focused on relationship-building, prevention, and student support, not enforcement alone. The role emphasizes proactive supervision, conflict de-escalation, restorative practices, and collaboration with staff to promote a positive school climate where all students feel safe, respected, and supported.

Key Responsibilities

Culture, Climate & Student Support

• Build positive, trusting relationships with students through daily presence, mentoring, and modeling respectful behavior
  
   
• Support schoolwide positive behavior systems (PBIS), social-emotional learning (SEL), and restorative practices
  
   
• Assist students in resolving conflicts using age-appropriate de-escalation and problem-solving strategies
  
   
• Support students during transitions (arrival, dismissal, recess, lunch, hallway movement)
  
   
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to address behavioral concerns proactively
  
   
• Reinforce school expectations and help students understand and practice appropriate behavior
  
   
• Serve as a positive adult role model who reflects the district's values of equity, inclusion, and respect
  
   

Safety & Security

• Monitor school grounds, buildings, and common areas to ensure a safe and orderly environment
  
   
• Assist with visitor check-in procedures and campus access control in accordance with district policy
  
   
• Respond calmly and appropriately to safety concerns, behavioral incidents, or emergencies
  
   
• Support emergency preparedness procedures, drills, and safety protocols
  
   
• Document incidents accurately and communicate concerns promptly to administration
  
   
• Maintain visibility on campus to deter unsafe behavior while remaining approachable to students
  
   

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with school staff to support classroom and campus needs
  
   
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with students, staff, families, and visitors
  
   
• Participate in professional development related to school safety, trauma-informed practices, and student behavior support
  
   

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
   
• Experience working with children, youth, or school-aged populations
  
   
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in high-stress situations
  
   
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
   
• Commitment to supporting a positive, inclusive elementary school environment
  
   
• Ability to pass background checks and meet district employment requirements
  
   

Preferred

• Prior experience in school safety, youth mentoring, behavior support, or campus supervision
  
   
• Training in PBIS, SEL, restorative practices, conflict resolution, or trauma-informed care
  
   
• Experience working in elementary school settings
  
   
• Bilingual abilities (as applicable to district needs)
  
   

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and supervise for extended periods
  
   
• Ability to respond quickly to safety situations
  
   
• Work primarily outdoors and indoors in a school environment
  
   
• Ability to lift up to district-specified weight limits if required
  
   

Work Schedule

• School-year position; hours aligned with the student day (before/after school coverage as assigned)
  
   

Core Competencies

• Relationship-driven approach to student behavior
  
   
• Cultural responsiveness and equity-centered mindset
  
   
• Proactive safety awareness
  
   
• Team collaboration
  
   
• Strong judgment and professionalism

Application Procedure:
Apply online, attaching a copy of your letter of interest, a resume and professional reference information.  Candidate review will continue until the position is filled.  Please, no phone calls.