K-8 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Classroom Teacher
K-8 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Classroom Teacher
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K-8 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Classroom Teacher
Job Summary:
The K-8 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialist Classroom Teacher is responsible for embedding the CASEL Framework into daily classroom practices supporting students emotional intelligence resilience and interpersonal skills. This educator will lead SEL instruction by explicitly teaching and integrating the five CASEL competencies and PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) educator supports students development in self-awareness self-management social awareness relationship skills and responsible decision-making while fostering academic achievement and positive behavior. The SEL Teacher will also collaborate with staff students and families to foster a school-wide culture of emotional wellness and positive relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction & Curriculum Integration:
- Design and deliver direct instruction aligned to the CASEL competencies ensuring students build strong foundational skills in self-awareness self-management social awareness relationship skills and responsible decision-making.
- Incorporate SEL practices into academic content areas using intentional teaching strategies to promote emotional and cognitive development.
- Apply trauma-informed approaches culturally responsive pedagogy and restorative practices to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Student Support:
- Assess student SEL strengths and needs and provide targeted support and interventions for students requiring additional assistance with specific CASEL competencies.
- Model and coach students on emotional regulation problem-solving empathy conflict resolution and goal setting.
- Collaborate with school counselors psychologists and behavior teams to address student emotional or behavioral challenges proactively.
Collaboration & Professional Development:
- Serve as a school resource and leader on implementing the CASEL framework offering strategies and modeling best practices for staff.
- Plan and facilitate professional development workshops that train staff on integrating SEL into academic and social environments.
- Engage families through workshops communication and events that build understanding of and support for SEL at home.
Assessment & Reporting:
- Use observational tools student self-assessments and SEL screeners aligned with the CASEL framework to monitor student progress (Wayfinder).
- Maintain accurate records and report data that inform school-wide SEL initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Reflect on SEL practices through data collection feedback and self-evaluation to enhance programming.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Education Counseling Psychology Social Work or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
- Licensure - MA Academic: Teacher/Specialist - Elementary K-8 or All Levels
Skills:
- Strong understanding of the CASEL competencies and how they interconnect with academic achievement school climate and mental health.
- Skilled in trauma-informed care culturally responsive practices and restorative approaches.
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools training preferred
- Effective communicator and relationship-builder with students colleagues and families.
- Knowledge of PBIS frameworks and Tiered Intervention supports (MTSS).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Everett Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
