Restorative Practices Specialist

Restorative Practices Specialist JobID:

6874

Position Type:

Support Staff/District Support

Date Posted:

4/20/2026

Location:

Hopkins Public Schools

Closing Date:

05/04/2026

FTE:

1.0 FTE (Four positions total)

Calendar:

185-Day Flexible Calendar

Salary Range:

$59,886.40 - $89,758.53 (Group 50) Reports to: Principal on Special Assignment SUMMARY The Restorative Practices Specialist supports the implementation, consistency, and continuous improvement of culturally responsive restorative practices across Hopkins Public Schools. Working as part of a district restorative practices team, this role partners closely with school leaders, restorative staff, and site teams to strengthen restorative culture, integrate restorative practices within MTSS frameworks, and promote equitable, relationship-centered approaches to student behavior, climate, and community. While assigned as part of a pooled district team, Restorative Practices Specialists prioritize relationship-based partnerships with buildings to ensure continuity, trust, and effective implementation across schools.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document. Restorative Culture Communication & Collaboration Collaborate with site-based restorative culture teams to support alignment with district restorative practices frameworks and expectations. Partner with administrators, restorative staff, teachers, non-certified staff, students, and families to promote shared understanding of restorative culture. Support consistent communication of restorative practices to staff and families through district and site-level communication structures. Participate regularly in district-wide restorative practices meetings and collaborative planning processes. Serve as a connector between school sites and district restorative leadership to promote coherence and shared learning. Implementation of Restorative Practices Support schools in developing, implementing, and refining restorative practices implementation plans aligned to district guidance. Assist with integrating restorative practices into professional development, staff meetings, classrooms, and school-wide systems. Co-create and model restorative tools and practices, including community-building circles, restorative conversations, and processes to respond to harm. Collaborate with administrators to support accountability and progress in restorative practices implementation. Contribute to district-wide professional learning related to restorative practices. Restorative Practices within MTSS Support alignment of restorative practices within the district's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Collaborate with site MTSS teams to strengthen Tier 1 and Tier 2 restorative practices that emphasize prevention, relationship-building, and repair of harm. Assist in coordinating restorative practices across academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports. Promote consistent restorative approaches across sites while honoring contextual needs. Data Collection, Analysis, and Continuous Improvement Support site and district efforts to collect, analyze, and communicate data related to restorative practices, including behavior, attendance, and climate indicators. Collaborate with administrators, data staff, and district partners to review implementation fidelity and outcomes. Assist with reflective review processes that support continuous improvement of restorative practices. Support the use of multiple data sources to inform equitable systems change and reduce disproportionality in discipline. Professional Responsibilities Collaborate effectively with district staff, school leaders, and community partners. Maintain accurate documentation related to restorative practices work. Promote and support the District's mission, vision, and values through professional, respectful, and collaborative behavior. Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, School Counseling, School Psychology, or a related field preferred. Demonstrated experience implementing or supporting restorative practices in school settings. Experience collaborating with educators, administrators, and school teams. Commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree preparation. Additional Preferred Experience Experience implementing restorative practices within an MTSS framework. Experience facilitating professional learning or coaching adults. Experience working in culturally and linguistically diverse school communities.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

Restorative practices and restorative culture frameworks. Trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices. School-based behavior systems and MTSS. Data-informed decision-making in educational settings. Ability to: Build and sustain collaborative relationships with school leaders and staff. Support implementation of restorative practices across varied school contexts. Communicate clearly and effectively with multiple stakeholder groups. Reflect on data and practice to support continuous improvement. Maintain professionalism in complex, high-responsibility situations.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.