SEL Specialist - Early Childhood Education

SEL Specialist

• Early Childhood Education 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars 7701 East 1st Place, Denver, CO 80230 $45,000
• $70,000 a year
• Full-time International School of Denver, Inc. 9 reviews $45,000
• $70,000 a year

• Full-time Job Title:

  ECE

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SEL Specialist Department:

Early Childhood/Counseling FTE/ Benefits Status:

Full Time/Benefited Supervisor:

Director of Counseling Visa Eligibility:

Not Eligible International School of Denver (ISDenver) is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-High School, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. To learn more about ISDenver, please visit our website. Staff and Faculty members are the cornerstone of our school. In addition to driving the school's operations, they must also embody the school's values and believe in the school's mission:

ISDenver Values:

Diversity, Integrity, Compassion, Responsibility, Perseverance ISDenver Mission:

Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter-culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.

Position Summary:

The Early Childhood (ECE) Counselor and Social-Emotional Learning Specialist will work directly with students who could benefit from targeted, individual social-emotional support and intervention. This position will also work to align SEL curriculum across our Primary Years Program (PYP).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Fluid & Responsive Student Support (Pull-Out & Targeted Intervention) Deliver individual, fluid, and responsive social-emotional support and intervention to students experiencing behavioral or self-regulation challenges. Provide strategic pull-out support through one-to-one or small-group interventions, when necessary, to teach specific self-regulation and social skills. Observe students across various early childhood settings to determine evolving functional and sensory support needs. Actively support students to successfully transition the skills learned during pull-out sessions back into the active classroom setting. 2. Curriculum Design & Systemic Teacher Collaboration Partner with instructional staff to design a comprehensive SEL curriculum that is dynamically embedded into the Primary Years Program (PYP) units of inquiry. Support teachers in implementing evidence-based SEL strategies grounded in the Pyramid Model. Co-create, model, and coach classroom management procedures, sensory breaks, and systemic goals alongside teachers, families, and the building support team. 3. Division-Wide & Community Integration Maintain, support, and align with division-wide behavior management system, including documentation and data collection Conduct proactive observations and follow-up communication for incoming students during the admission process to establish early systemic support. Qualifications Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, School Counseling, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Special Service Provider License from the Colorado Department of Education or similar licensing. Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching or School Counseling experience Proven experience writing, implementing, and monitoring individual social-emotional and behavioral plans. Demonstrated success utilizing a variety of age-appropriate behavior management, functional behavior, and sensory support techniques with ECE-aged students. Strong foundations in basic counseling techniques, interpersonal communication, and responsive classroom management strategies. Exceptional coaching and modeling skills to support adult learning and teacher development. Familiarity with curriculum integration, inquiry-based frameworks (like PYP), and multi-tiered systems of support. Deep familiarity with the Pyramid Model, Zones of Regulation, and Kelso's Choice is preferred English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias. Eagerness to engage with co-curricular, extra-curricular, school community, and PTO activities that promote the school's programs and reputation Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures Collaborative, team-oriented, globally

• and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate Professionalism, punctuality, reliability, and an ability to exercise sound judgment and analytical and problem solving skills Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.

)

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to handle; reach with hands and arms and see, talk and hear Exposure to natural elements such as heat and cold The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop or kneel

Visual & Environmental Demands:

Required to use digital displays (e.g., computers, projectors, tablets, monitors) for ~6-8 hours per work day to perform [tasks like planning, grading, or communication]. Ability to work in environments with standard overhead lighting, including fluorescent or LED fixtures. Ability to function effectively in environments with moderate to high noise levels (e.g., classrooms, musical performances, lunchroom(s), crowded hallways).

Cognitive & Executive Demands:

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and pivot between tasks as needed. Ability to process and follow complex, multi-step instructions provided in both verbal and written formats. Capacity to maintain professional boundaries and engage in regular 1:1 or group interactions with students, staff, and the public.

Location and Schedule:

Expected work hours are approximately 8-4:30, M-F. This job has limited remote work flexibility. All employees must be based in the Denver metro area. Benefits (please see ISDenver benefits summary information here):

Generous Time Off:

Paid leave for all full-time staff: Thanksgiving break (3 days), winter break (2 weeks), 4th of july week (1 week)

Faculty:

summer break (~ 2 months), October, February, and April breaks (1 week each), 6 days FTO (prorated for part-time positions) Year Round Administrative staff: FTO accrued starting first day of work, 20 days FTO/year as base FTO FTO encompasses most time off such as sick, personal, and vacation time Cigna Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with significant school contribution to Medical and Dental Employer-paid Life, Long

• and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and AD&D Supplemental insurance available through Colonial Employer contribution to 401k regardless of employee participation Partial tuition remission and discounted co-curricular clubs for children enrolled at ISDenver Discounted summer and break camps for children of full-time staff (ISDenver enrollment not required) J-1 visa sponsorship Relocation allowance Free daily lunch Professional Development opportunities Staff appreciation and cultural celebration events .

..and more!

Interviews:

Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly. Interviews may be conducted in person, by telephone or via video conferencing. Only applicants to be invited for an interview will be contacted; no phone calls or emails, please. ISDenver does not consider nor save information sent for non-posted positions.

Notes:

Job descriptions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment. Certain positions may require more extensive background checks. Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated. ISDenver celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and people from other historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. ISDenver is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.