Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Teacher

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Teacher

Job Summary:

The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Classroom Teacher leads the integration of evidence-based SEL practices in alignment with the CASEL Framework MYCAP (My Career Advancement Plan) and PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) initiatives. This educator supports students development in self-awareness self-management social awareness relationship skills and responsible decision-making while fostering academic achievement college/career readiness and positive behavior. Through direct instruction collaboration and coaching the SEL Specialist helps establish a supportive inclusive school culture that meets the needs of all learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction & Curriculum Integration:
• Design and deliver direct SEL instruction aligned with the five CASEL competencies and incorporate SEL into daily academic instruction.
• Integrate SEL goals with MYCAP planning helping students develop the personal and career readiness skills necessary for postsecondary success.
• Use restorative trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices to strengthen students resilience and engagement.
• Support implementation of PBIS Tier 1 strategies to promote school-wide positive behavior expectations and create a safe nurturing environment.
• Student Support & Interventions:
• Identify students needing targeted SEL interventions based on SEL assessments behavioral data (PBIS) and MYCAP benchmarks.
• Facilitate small groups or individualized SEL sessions that address specific student needs in emotional regulation career planning goal setting and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate with counseling staff and PBIS teams to implement interventions aligned with the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) model.
• Collaboration & Professional Development:
• Serve as a leader and resource for staff in the integration of CASEL MYCAP and PBIS frameworks into classroom practices.
• Plan and deliver professional development to staff on SEL integration trauma-informed practices restorative strategies MYCAP goal-setting and PBIS systems.
• Engage families and community partners to support SEL career planning and positive behavior reinforcement at home and in the broader community.
• Assessment Reporting and Data Use:
• Collect and analyze SEL MYCAP and PBIS data to monitor student growth and program effectiveness.
• Use observational tools student self-assessments and SEL screeners aligned with the CASEL framework to monitor student progress.(Wayfinder)
• Maintain accurate confidential records of student progress on SEL competencies behavior plans and MYCAP goals.
• Use data to inform continuous improvement of SEL career readiness and behavioral supports school-wide.

Qualifications:

• Skills:
• Deep understanding of the CASEL competencies and their application to academic and life success.
• Knowledge of PBIS frameworks and Tiered Intervention supports (MTSS).
• Familiarity with MYCAP planning processes and career readiness frameworks.
• Strong communication coaching and collaboration skills with both youth and adults.
• Skilled in trauma-informed care culturally responsive practices and restorative approaches.
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools training preferred
• Highly organized data-driven flexible and culturally responsive.

Salary:

Salary for this position will be based on the Everett Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. SY 25-26 - Pay Range - $63280-$121994.

The Everett Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age criminal record (inquiries only) disability homelessness sex/gender gender identity religion national origin ancestry sexual orientation genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Required Experience:

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