Elementary School Behavior Counselor Collage Day School - 3.4 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL Job Details Part-time $25 - $28 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications School experience Teacher collaboration Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) in classroom management Bachelor's degree Working with students Organizational skills Full Job Description Collage Day School is seeking a part-time, compassionate, dependable, and student-focused K-5 elementary school behavior counselor to join our team. The behavior counselor will work closely with elementary-aged students, teachers, administrators, and families to support students' social-emotional development and address behavioral needs in a positive, structured, and supportive school environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and be comfortable helping students develop appropriate coping skills, communication skills, self-regulation, and positive behaviors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individual and small-group behavioral and social-emotional support to elementary students.
• Develop positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Implement behavior-support strategies and individualized interventions based on student needs.
• Assist students in developing emotional regulation, conflict-resolution, communication, and coping skills.
• Monitor student behavior and document progress, concerns, and interventions as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, counselors, special education staff, and other members of the student-support team.
• Communicate professionally and appropriately with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral concerns.
• Assist with developing and implementing behavior plans and classroom strategies.
• Support students during transitions, challenging situations, and other times when additional behavioral assistance is needed.
• Promote a safe, respectful, inclusive, and positive school culture.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties related to student support as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, school psychology, behavioral health, or a related field required.
• Experience as a counselor, behavior specialist working with elementary-aged children preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong understanding of child development and positive behavior-support strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional when responding to challenging behaviors.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment, reliability, and a genuine interest in helping children succeed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. ISP Principles
• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Well-being and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences, and promote the well-being of self and others.
• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students, and our schools.
• Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement. ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references, and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history. ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Pay:

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person