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JOB SUMMARY
Assists the principal in the management of student behavior.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help develop, implement and maintain a school-wide discipline plan.
• Provide staff development to staff members on effective classroom management/behavior intervention strategies.
• Provide training on behavior management to parents and students.
• Observe students in their classrooms and other activities to gain a better understanding of the students and their behavior.
• Counsel students individually or in small groups on positive behavior techniques.
• Consult with school staff members to develop appropriate behavior intervention plans for individual students.
• Facilitate conferences with students, parents and staff in matters related to student behavior.
• Monitor student behavior data and prepare necessary reports.
• Serve on school teams as determined by the school principal.
• Keep current on effective behavior management programs and strategies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• SPC or APC at the appropriate school level required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• One (1) year of exemplary teaching experience at the middle school level required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated skills and the ability to participate as an effective, contributing member of a school team.
• Excellent communication and human relations skills to relate effectively with challenging students, parents and professional colleagues.
• Knowledge of strategies and techniques for de-escalating verbally aggressive students.
• Experience working with a diverse student/community population.
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Ability to employ business technology tools (e.g. e-mail, AACPS Intranet, electronic benefits enrollment, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) preferred.
• Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Standard Professional Certificate I (SPC I) issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) preferred.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

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