Behavior Interventionist (BI)

Foxborough Regional Charter School District is committed to creating a work environment that celebrates and promotes diversity and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

District / School Overview

Foxborough Regional Charter School District (FRCS) is a unique and diverse school serving students from across Southeastern Massachusetts. Approximately 1500 students and families come from urban and suburban communities and represent various backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences. Families in our three vibrant school communities (Elementary, Middle, & High School) speak over 20 languages and live in over 20 sending districts. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths; it drives positive student learning and life at our school. At FRCS, we value equity, teamwork, respect, and growth, and have committed to hiring and retaining a diverse staff and employees committed to an antiracist curriculum and ideals.

Position Overview:

The Behavior Interventionist is responsible for implementing the school-wide plan for creating a positive culture of behavior in the school in accordance with Foxborough Regional Charter School’s Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities:

• Provide and supervise in a fair and consistent manner a positive behavior system with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school.
• Supports scholars by being highly visible throughout the building and grounds before and after school, during lunch periods, flexible learning blocks, etc., and while students are transitioning between classes.
• Collaborate with teachers, faculty, counselors, parents, etc., in the implementation of a school-wide plan for creating a positive culture of behavior in the school
• Proactively promote positive school culture by providing a warm, inviting, yet firm environment where students feel safe, welcome, and aware of the expectations.
• Promote student understanding of both their rights and responsibilities as school and community citizens.
• Assist in protecting the safety, health, and welfare of the student body
• Assist in developing programs to promote positive student behavior
• Provide monthly reports to school leaders
• Communicate with parents regarding behavior issues
• Help resolve concerns that may impede student learning and/or participation in school activities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student behavior information and provide monthly reports to school leaders
• Collaborate with school leaders to organize and track student attendance.
• Communicate with parents regarding class or period tardy/attendance-related issues.
• Counsel students in matters of attendance, tardiness, and poor choices made, and make every effort to build relevant skills.
• Must be warm, inviting, yet accountable in every environment

General Expectations:

• Manage oneself by being organized, prepared, and punctual
• Manage resources, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments
• Act in ways that directly support the mission and vision of FRCS
• Learn and grow as a professional
• Use clear verbal and written communication and active listening skills
• Develop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with young children and adults contacted in carrying out duties and responsibilities by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, and professional conduct
• Contribute to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility in team discussions, activities, and decision-making
• Maintain high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentiality
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias, anti-racist education
• Attend building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision-making among the staff
• Attend established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and per the FRCSTA contract
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function; absences should be rare and in alignment with district attendance and punctuality standards
• Responsible for implementing other job-related duties as needed

Qualifications- Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure
• Ability to demonstrate competency and sensitivity within a very diverse student body.
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Deep commitment to DEI and anti-bias, anti-racist approaches to education and service.
• Strong problem-solving skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Candidates are subject to background checks, including CORI Clearance and Fingerprinting.
• Current authorization to work in the United States
• Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Qualifications- Preferred:

• A Master's Degree is preferred.
• Experience working in an urban school district
• SEI Endorsed preferred
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience with Restorative Justice and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
• CPI experience
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and priorities, and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Proficiency in multiple languages, reflecting our diverse student population

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

The majority of work is performed in a school or classroom environment, which usually has a moderate noise level. Regular attendance is necessary; absences should be rare and in alignment with district attendance and punctuality standards.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch. The teacher is periodically required to stand while talking and listening. The teacher is occasionally required to sit, walk, lift, or carry.