Coach Advocacy Center Position Available In [Unknown county], Tennessee

Coach Advocacy Center
Employer
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Location
Madison, TN, United States
Salary
Competitive categories Employer
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Location
Madison, TN, United States
Salary
Competitive categories Employer
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Location
Madison, TN, United States
Salary
Competitive categories categories

Coach Advocacy Center Job Code:

82125

Job Family/Function:

15 – Other Professional ServicesPrograms

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Grade Ladder:

MNPS Support Hourly

Pay Grade:

MNPS.SCH009-H

Duration (days/year): 201
Locations(s): School-Based We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Job Summary The Advocacy Center Coach manages the Advocacy Center, a designated regulation space to support wellness for elementary students in emotional crisis or conflict who need short-term trauma-informed and restorative care. The Coach will work directly with students to support emotional and behavioral regulation through breathing, movement/yoga, connection, and other calming strategies; unpacking the effects of strong emotions, stress or trauma-related events; developing pro-social skills; establishing and restoring relationships, and repairing harm caused. The Coach provides a short-term intervention by supporting students with (1) stress reduction and emotional regulation; (2) reflection and conversation, (3) accountability action (only when needed), and (4) re-entry support back to the academic setting. Duties will also include working closely and effectively with classroom teachers and school-based staff as well as a variety of MNPS district staff; assisting with the collaborative referral process as necessary to meet student needs (alongside other stakeholders); and maintaining required data, monitoring the course of individual student supports and outcomes, and tracking and monitoring program success. What you will do
Manages the Advocacy Center, a dedicated space open daily and designed to support student wellness through de-escalation, activities to support emotional and behavioral regulation, connection and relationship building, accountability actions (when needed), and successful re-integration in the classroom learning environment
Receives referrals from students and school staff, and delivers Advocacy Center Services to individual students.
Documents and monitors student activities while in the Advocacy Center, and collects and maintains required data about Advocacy Center services and programming.
Collaborates with classroom teachers to support successful re-entry and re-integration in the regular classroom setting. Collaborates with a variety of other school-based staff and district administration to support Advocacy Center, school, and district goals. May participate as part of a team to develop individualized student plans and assist with the collaborative referral process alongside other stakeholders.
Receives training that guides daily practices in ACEs and Trauma Informed School Practices, De-escalation, Restorative Practices, Mindfulness and Yoga, Implicit Bias, Social Emotional Learning, Behavior Supports, and other related trainings
Attends district meetings and trainings one day per month. May attend quarterly Student Support Services Department Meetings.
Participates in school-level MTSS leadership team meetings to review data, monitor progress, and evaluate the program to determine the efficacy of care
May conduct re-entry meetings for students returning from short-term or extended absences from the school environment.
May participate in teacher planning meetings monthly or as needed. May participate on School Crisis Intervention team
Education Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree Or equivalent degree in Education, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or related program Required
Experience Qualifications
Minimum of three years related experience working with K-12 youth. Preference given to candidates with experience in education, particularly elementary education Required
Skills and Abilities
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, as evidence by the demonstrated ability to relate and interact positively with students and families, teachers and school staff, school and district administrators, central office staff, and the general public
Communicates effectively in written and oral form
Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot for continuous quality improvement
Ability to support students and staff in problem solving through difficult situations
Ability to participate in a coaching process, including highlighting successes and receiving constructive feedback, and effectively responding to feedback
Ability to work effectively independently and as a part of a team
Ability to exercise balanced judgment consistent with school, team, and district priorities
Equivalency

Starting At:

$23.84 Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here . Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.