Climate Support Specialist SY 26-27

The School District of Philadelphia is the cornerstone provider of public education in Philadelphia. For forward-thinking administrators and educators, opportunities abound. The 130,000 students entrusted to the District arrive at school every day with an extraordinary range of needs and aspirations. We are committed to delivering on their right to an excellent public school education, and we are particularly focused on ensuring every student has access to exceptional educational opportunities. Equity is our mandate. Will you join us?

Salary Range

(10 month)

Minimum \: $20,598  Maximum\: $41,857

*Please note that anyone new to the PFT union will start at the minimum salary for this position, regardless of prior experience.*

Assists school staff with maintaining a climate conducive to learning. Monitors, tracks and supports student behavior and enforces school and classroom rules.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates smooth transitions at the start and end of the school day


• Assist teachers in the establishment and execution of classroom rules and procedures that support teaching and learning.


• Enforces the Code of Student Conduct and all District policies and procedures.


• Attends workshops and professional development sessions on climate and behavior enhancing programs and initiatives.


• Intervenes to minimize potential conflicts between students to prevent escalation of situations.


• Participates in the implementation of the School Climate Plan.


• Reinforces appropriate behavior with individual students.


• Monitor student behavior during unstructured time

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s degree program at an accredited college or university.

                                                OR

• 60 credit hours in a matriculated status at an accredited college or university.

AND

• One year of full-time, paid or volunteer experience participating in community or schools developing or implementing conflict resolution programs.

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Pass the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Highly Qualified exam.

       AND

• One year of full-time, paid or volunteer experience participating in community or schools developing or implementing conflict resolution programs.