School Culture and Site Safety Specialist
School Culture and Site Safety Specialist
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13-07-2025
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About Launch
Launch EL Charter School is part of a network of 14 EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) and NYC Outward Bound schools in New York City and is the NYC networks first charter school. EL is a proven educational model being implemented in over 150 district charter and independent schools across the country. Launchs mission is to prepare students in under-resourced communities to thrive in college and careers by providing a public education rooted in active learning experiences and powerful character development. We believe that students at all levels can be pushed and supported to do more than they think possible.
As an EL school we believe that when a student is done with school and enters adult life she will be judged for the rest of her life not by her performance on tests of basic skills but by the quality of her work and the quality of her character. Our vision of student achievement therefore has three dimensions: Mastery of Academic Skills and Content High-Quality Work and Character.
Launch is seeking a dependable and mission-driven School Culture & Site Safety Specialist to help ensure the safety structure and smooth daily operations of Launch High School. This individual will support traditional security functions while also stepping in to assist with student supervision crisis response arrival and dismissal duties and general school culture. The ideal candidate is flexible calm under pressure and committed to creating a safe welcoming environment for all students and staff.
The ideal candidate will model our Launch Habits of Responsibility:
Integrity and Stewardship Always works to do what is best and right for our community. Inspires confidence in others through consistent honesty and care.
Kindness and Collaboration Make others feel like they belong through demonstrating empathy and care
Imagination and Spirit Demonstrates and unyielding belief that we can accomplish our goals
Dedication and Practice Uses each minute to support our mission and reflects on actions with a focus on continuous improvement
The ideal candidate will believe:
The ideal candidate will have:
Compensation & Hourly Rate: $25 - $35
Launch compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience along with a full benefits package. Launch will support individuals with obtaining certifications and resources upon hire if applicable. Launch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of race color creed sex age culture national origin marital status sexual preference or mental or physical disability.
School Culture & Site Safety Specialist Responsibilities:
The below job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position.
(30 min lunch non-exempt employee individual is eligible for overtime)
Description Overview:
The School Culture and Site Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students staff and visitors while also providing support in a variety of day-to-day operations and student support. This role extends beyond traditional security duties to support student supervision crisis management kitchen/food service operations and coverage for absent facilities team members. This individual plays a critical role in cultivating a calm safe and supportive school environment.
Description Breakdown:
School Safety & Supervision
Requirements for Role (must be obtained within 30 days of hire) - Launch will support individuals with obtaining certifications and resources upon hire if applicable.
Launch EL Charter School is part of a network of 14 EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) and NYC Outward Bound schools in New York City and is the NYC networks first charter school. EL is a proven educational model being implemented in over 150 district charter and independent schools across the country. Launchs mission is to prepare students in under-resourced communities to thrive in college and careers by providing a public education rooted in active learning experiences and powerful character development. We believe that students at all levels can be pushed and supported to do more than they think possible.
As an EL school we believe that when a student is done with school and enters adult life she will be judged for the rest of her life not by her performance on tests of basic skills but by the quality of her work and the quality of her character. Our vision of student achievement therefore has three dimensions: Mastery of Academic Skills and Content High-Quality Work and Character.
Launch is seeking a dependable and mission-driven School Culture & Site Safety Specialist to help ensure the safety structure and smooth daily operations of Launch High School. This individual will support traditional security functions while also stepping in to assist with student supervision crisis response arrival and dismissal duties and general school culture. The ideal candidate is flexible calm under pressure and committed to creating a safe welcoming environment for all students and staff.
The ideal candidate will model our Launch Habits of Responsibility:
Integrity and Stewardship Always works to do what is best and right for our community. Inspires confidence in others through consistent honesty and care.
Kindness and Collaboration Make others feel like they belong through demonstrating empathy and care
Imagination and Spirit Demonstrates and unyielding belief that we can accomplish our goals
Dedication and Practice Uses each minute to support our mission and reflects on actions with a focus on continuous improvement
The ideal candidate will believe:
- All students can achieve at high levels
- Families are essential partners for teachers
- Ongoing feedback strengthens performance and outcomes
The ideal candidate will have:
- Fluent in Spanish is a MUST.
- Prior experience in school safety or youth development preferably within charter or public school settings
- A calm composed presence with strong situational awareness and the ability to de-escalate student conflict or crisis situations
- Flexibility to support various operational needs including student supervision during lunch arrival dismissal and transitions
- A strong understanding of school operations and the importance of creating a safe structured and supportive learning environment
- Exceptional -building skills and the ability to collaborate with school staff students families and external partners
- Ability to assist with yellow bus transitions support school events and step into the role of cleaner or kitchen aide as needed
- Must be able to push pull and lift up to 40 pounds
- Compliance Requirements: NYS Security Guard License DOE fingerprinting clearance BRT/FDNY safety training and crisis intervention certification (preferred - Launch will support individuals with obtaining licenses upon hire)
Compensation & Hourly Rate: $25 - $35
Launch compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience along with a full benefits package. Launch will support individuals with obtaining certifications and resources upon hire if applicable. Launch is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of race color creed sex age culture national origin marital status sexual preference or mental or physical disability.
School Culture & Site Safety Specialist Responsibilities:
The below job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position.
(30 min lunch non-exempt employee individual is eligible for overtime)
Description Overview:
The School Culture and Site Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students staff and visitors while also providing support in a variety of day-to-day operations and student support. This role extends beyond traditional security duties to support student supervision crisis management kitchen/food service operations and coverage for absent facilities team members. This individual plays a critical role in cultivating a calm safe and supportive school environment.
Description Breakdown:
- School Safety Oversight: Monitor entrances hallways stairwells and community spaces to ensure a safe and secure school environment.
- Student Supervision: Support arrival dismissal lunch recess hallway transitions and student movement throughout the day.
- De-escalation/Crisis Support: Assist in de-escalating student incidents and supporting students experiencing emotional or behavioral crises.
- Trip & Dismissal Support: Assist with yellow bus coordination and accompany students on field trips as needed.
- School Events & Special Projects: Support setup security and flow for school-wide events and testing days.
- Cross-functional Coverage: Serve as backup for the Maintenance & Operations Support Aide when absent.
- Emergency Response: Respond to building emergencies in partnership with school safety officers and leadership.
School Safety & Supervision
- Monitor hallways stairwells entrances exits and community spaces during school hours.
- Serve as a visible presence at arrival lunch and dismissal to promote safety and positive school culture.
- Respond to and de-escalate student conflict including physical altercations or behavioral crisis.
- Escort students and visitors as needed throughout the building.
- Support School Safety Agents during drills emergencies and transitions.
- Enforce visitor protocols and maintain building entry logs.
- Serve on the schools Building Response Team (BRT).
- Respond to real-time emergencies in coordination with School Safety and administration.
- Assist in lockdowns shelter-ins and evacuations according to school protocol.
- Support students in crisis or distress in partnership with the Dean or Restorative Justice team.
- Serve as back-up cleaner or maintenance staff when needed.
- Support the school kitchen team during lunch setup and cleanup including trash runs and food service assistance.
- Ride yellow buses during dismissal when student transportation support is needed.
- Support enrichment programming and school events including set-up and monitoring.
Requirements for Role (must be obtained within 30 days of hire) - Launch will support individuals with obtaining certifications and resources upon hire if applicable.
- DOE Fingerprinting: Required for school access and working in direct contact with students
- NYS Security Guard License: Required for performing school security responsibilities
- FDNY Fire Guard Certification (F-01 or F-03): Required to support building safety procedures and manage fire drills
- Food Handlers Certificate (DOHMH): Required for assisting with SchoolFood and kitchen operations
- CPR/First Aid Certification: Required to provide emergency health support and response
- Crisis Intervention/De-escalation Training: Required to support students experiencing emotional or behavioral distress
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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