Restorative Justice Coordinator

Department: Schools / Culture & Student Support
Reports To: School Leader or Director of Culture
Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

Annual Salary Range:

• Starting Salary: $45000 (commensurate with experience)
• (Eligible for performance-based stipends and opportunities for advancement.)

The Secondary School Restorative Justice Coordinator (RJC) at Kairos Academies plays a critical role in fostering a safe inclusive and accountable school culture. The RJC supports students staff and families by leading restorative conversations managing behavior systems facilitating reentry meetings and reinforcing positive relationships throughout the school day.

This RJC role will support middle school and high school students and the position blends relational work with structured accountability ensuring every scholar feels safe seen and supported while maintaining Kairos high expectations for conduct and community ideal candidate models our core values of Love Excellence Agency and Diversity through every interaction and serves as a visible culture leader across campus.

• Investigate and document 100% of behavioral incidents in alignment with Kairos Behavior Matrix.
• Collect student and staff statements review evidence and record all incidents in DeansList and internal tracking systems.
• Communicate incident outcomes promptly and clearly with relevant staff and leaders.

• Facilitate restorative reentry meetings for students returning from suspension or extended absence.
• Collaborate with staff and families to establish and document reentry plans before a students return to class.
• Monitor reentry progress and ensure accountability empathy and closure are achieved.

• Track daily behavior data through DeansList to identify trends celebrate positive patterns and flag students needing additional support.
• Partner with the Principal Director of Culture and Counselor to coordinate interventions behavior plans and student support meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional documentation at all times.

• Lead restorative circles peer mediations and reflective conversations to promote empathy repair and accountability.
• Support consistent implementation of schoolwide culture systems and restorative frameworks.
• Model de-escalation strategies and mentor students in managing conflict productively.

• Maintain a strong visible presence throughout the school day during transitions lunch arrival and dismissal to promote safety connection and consistency.
• Collaborate closely with school leaders teachers and the student support team to reinforce expectations and sustain a positive school culture.
• Support family engagement and communicate regularly with caregivers regarding student progress or needs.

You are:

• Passionate about working with middle school students and helping them grow through both structure and care.
• Grounded in restorative justice relationship-centered discipline and equity-based practices.
• Organized reliable and detail-oriented in documentation and follow-up.
• Reflective coachable and eager to strengthen systems with your team.
• A believer in high expectations second chances and continuous growth.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelors degree preferred).
• Experience working with youth in schools counseling or community-based programs.
• Familiarity with restorative practices de-escalation and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Google Suite and student information systems.
• Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S. and able to pass background checks.

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in Education Social Work Psychology or related field.
• Experience using DeansList or similar behavioral tracking systems.
• Background in trauma-informed care youth mentorship or behavioral intervention.
• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) strongly preferred but not required.

• MondayFriday 7:30 AM 4:30 PM.
• Occasional evenings or weekends for family engagement school events or community programs.
• Fast-paced relational work environment requiring adaptability consistency and empathy.
• On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis MO.

• Starting Salary: $45000 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits Include:

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Professional Development and Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Opportunities
• Advancement Pathways within Kairos culture and student support teams

At Kairos we believe now is the opportune moment the Kairos to reimagine education for the 21st century. Recognized nationally as one of the most innovative and high-performing public charter schools Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized project-based learning and prioritizes 1:1 coaching that builds executive functioning and student agency.

Our core values Love Excellence Agency and Diversity guide everything we do. Throughrestorative practices and authentic relationships we create a community where every student is known supported and challenged to grow as a self-directed learner leader and citizen.

Required Experience:

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