Mission Graduates · 1 week ago
Student Behavior and Wellness Lead
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$32/hr - $37/hrMission Graduates is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the number of K-12 students in San Francisco who are prepared for and complete a college education. The Student Behavior and Wellness Lead will support student health, wellness, and social-emotional growth, bridging the school day and after-school programs to ensure consistent support for students’ self-awareness and relationship skills.
CommunitiesEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Create a safe and supportive restorative environment for students
Provide a calm, structured Wellness Center in collaboration with the Wellness Coordinator that helps students identify and manage emotions, develop self-awareness, and practice effective regulation strategies
Support the Wellness Center in collaboration with the Wellness Coordinator during the school day with daily student check-ins focused on emotional literacy and self-reflection
Facilitate peer conflicts using restorative circles, mediation, and mindful communication practices
Collaborate with the Wellness Team and CBO partners to integrate self-regulation and coping-skills sessions into lunchtime supports and SEL groups
Support students’ individual behavior and emotional plans, helping them build agency and resilience
Provide supervision and support during lunch and recess as capacity allows
Track wellness center visits and outcomes to identify patterns and plan proactive interventions
Partner with the social worker and admin team to implement triage plans for high-risk students
Build cultural and educational bridges with students and their families
Develop positive relationships with students, teachers, and staff and maintain positive rapport with parents/guardians grounded in empathy, cultural responsiveness, and a growth mindset
Coach students to articulate their emotions, set personal goals, and track their behavioral growth
Maintain communication with Site Coordinator, Beacon Director, and School Social Worker, as well as Bessie Carmichael Elementary School Admin
Attend scheduled Beacon Initiative events and meetings
Partner with parents and guardians, school staff, Mission Graduates’ staff, and any other necessary partners to reinforce self-management and relationship-building strategies and create a cohesive support network for students
Participate and/or plan community and family wellness events that promote mindfulness and collective care
Integrate SEL strategies into daily programming
Model and teach SEL competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making
Support SEL curriculum implementation emphasizing mindfulness, emotion regulation, and empathy
Reinforce restorative and reflective practices that help students re-engage in learning
Support class management and use calm-down strategies and reflection routines
Lead activities that integrate SEL — cooperative games, journaling, arts, and movement
Provide academic and enrichment support that nurtures confidence, focus, and perseverance
Provide job-embedded coaching to staff on de-escalation techniques, regulation strategies, trauma-informed responses, and reflective discipline practices
Support staff in understanding the 'why' behind student behavior and applying consistent, developmentally appropriate interventions
Develop and facilitate professional learning sessions on SEL curriculum, behavior management, and restorative approaches
Support alignment of behavior expectations and response systems across the school day, after-school, and summer programming
Support both the school day and the after-school program with Socio-Emotional Learning strategies and school-wide systems alignment
Assist in the daily operations of the EDP, including supervising youth, administrative tasks & staff development
Attend weekly staff meetings and school meetings as needed
Attend team meetings when capacity allows
Provide coaching to afterschool staff on embedding Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and restorative practices into enrichment and academic activities
On-site during the Summer program, June- Aug, to support staff in implementing Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum for students and families
Qualification
Required
B.A. required, preferably in Child Development, Child Psychology, or Social Work
Strong interest in education and socio-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, and restorative practices
Demonstrated ability to teach or model self-awareness, emotion regulation, and stress-management techniques
Understanding of youth development and culturally responsive education
Passion for working with students and youth is a must, as well as a willingness to explore alternative, non-institutional teaching methods
Must be able to relate effectively to diverse communities and demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity
TB test clearance is mandatory prior to hire
Experience working in communities of color with low-income populations
Candidates must be flexible, well-organized, and able to take initiative
Must have excellent organizational and time management skills
Preferred
Bilingual Spanish/English fluency is preferred
Company
Mission Graduates
Mission Graduates is a nonprofit organization that increases the number of K-12 students who are prepared for complete a college education.
Founded in 1972
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Edward Kaufman
Chief Executive Officer
Anson Louie
Chief Financial Officer
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