SEL Coordinator

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) serves more than 1,600 students from PreK–12 and is a free, open-enrollment public charter school system located in Kansas City, Missouri. Over 97% of our students identify as Latinx, and many are bilingual or English learners. Our network includes Guadalupe Centers Elementary School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers High School.

GCCS grew out of Guadalupe Centers’ educational programs — part of the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the United States since 1919. Our deep community roots shape our mission: to prepare all students academically, socially, and emotionally for college, career, and life success.

Why Work at GCCS

Students & Families: Our teachers form strong relationships with students and families through a community-driven approach. The connection between our schools and Guadalupe Centers’ historic mission fosters trust and collaboration that support student success.

Staff Autonomy: GCCS teachers are empowered to innovate. We value professional judgment and encourage creative, research-based classroom practices that meet the needs of diverse learners.

Coaching & Development: Each staff member collaborates with their instructional coach and building leadership to set annual professional growth goals aligned to district priorities. Our development model focuses on reflection, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Competitive Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and certification level
• Relocation stipend (for qualifying hires)
• Bilingual stipend (Spanish‑speaking staff)
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education (up to lifetime cap per GCCS policy)
• Mental health and well-being support through expanded employee assistance and wellness programs
• 403(b) retirement match up to 5% (for eligible staff)
• Perfect attendance incentive program (up to $1,600 annually)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

Position Summary:

The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Coordinator supports the effectiveness of GCCS counselors, social workers, and therapists by providing leadership in resources, systems, processes, and professional learning. The coordinator serves as a central support for student services staff, ensuring alignment with DESE standards, the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program (MSCP), and district priorities while promoting consistent, high‑quality services across all campuses. The SEL Coordinator will maintain communication, support, and coordination with partnering therapeutic agencies.

The SEL Coordinator works collaboratively with school leaders, teachers, counselors, and support staff to promote a culture of belonging, emotional wellness, and positive school climate throughout the district.

Reports To: Director of Family Engagement and Student Services

Framework Development & Implementation

• Assist in designing and implementing a district‑wide SEL framework that aligns with DESE’s Social‑Emotional Learning Competencies and GCCS’s educational goals.
• Provide guidance to counselors, social workers, and therapists on district processes, documentation, and best practices to ensure consistency across campuses and with partnering therapeutic agencies.
• Develop and maintain shared resources, toolkits, and procedural guidance for student support staff.
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Services to strengthen service delivery within MTSS and other student support systems, including Tier 1 curriculum/resources and Section 504 delivery, coordination, and professional development for SEL staff.
• Work closely with the Director of Family Engagement and Student Services to integrate SEL into family engagement, restorative practices, and counseling initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration among counselors, social workers, therapists, administrators, and family engagement staff to improve coordination of services.
• Serve as a resource to student support staff by connecting them with evidence‑based interventions, community resources, and district initiatives.
• Develop and facilitate consistent Trauma‑Informed Care…