PBIS Internal Coach - Universal Team Representative

Our Mission & Strategic Vision

Our mission is to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's world. We seek to intentionally design an environment where every student is held to high expectations and empowered to reach their full potential as productive, well-rounded humans. Driven by our strategic framework, we are committed to five key pillars of excellence:

• Academic Success:
  Building strong foundations for lifelong learning.
• Supportive & Safe Schools:
  Nurturing student well-being and security.
• A Thriving Workforce:
  Sustaining a dedicated and inspired team.
• Operational Excellence:
  Meeting evolving district needs with efficiency.
• Community Engagement:
  Fostering reciprocal, authentic relationships.

Our Portrait of a Graduate serves as our "north star," expanding the definition of success to include both core academic knowledge and the essential competencies our community identifies as vital for our students to leave ready for their next step within their academic journey, future work, and life. By clearly articulating these student-focused outcomes. The entire School District 123 Strategic Framework and Portrait of a Graduate can be found at: plan.d123.org.

To support the implementation, fidelity, and sustainability of the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) framework at the building level by providing leadership, training, data analysis, and ongoing technical assistance to staff in support of student emotional and behavioral growth.

The PBIS Internal Coach is a building-based extended service role that supports the implementation and sustainability of the school-wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support framework at the coach's home school. The Internal Coach works closely with the Building Principal, the building PBIS/Universal Team, faculty, students, and families, and collaborates with the External Coach and other district-level coaches. The role involves assisting in the facilitation of team meetings, analyzing discipline data, coordinating student recognition activities, and providing ongoing training and technical assistance to staff.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and working conditions required of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement
• Previous experience and training with PBIS, including school-wide, classroom, and individual plans
• Agreement to a two to three year commitment in the role
• Strong understanding of research-based practices for student emotional and behavioral support
• Ability to analyze discipline data and translate findings into actionable building‑level strategies
• Effective communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills

Building Principal, may receive assignments from administrative personnel as required or assist with special projects as assigned by District administration.

• Demonstrate support of the Oak Lawn‑Hometown School District #123 Strategic Framework.
• Uphold the established Board of Education policies, regulations, and administrative procedures.
• Implement PBIS with integrity within the home school and assist with sustainability efforts.
• Advocate for students and support teachers in implementing research‑based best practices regarding students' emotional and behavioral needs.
• Coordinate student recognition activities, including weekly or biweekly raffle prizes and monthly celebrations.
• Assist in the facilitation of building level Universal Team meetings, including setting meeting dates, preparing agendas and minutes, managing calendar tasks, and communicating with staff and parents/guardians.
• Participate in district and building level team meetings, monthly PBIS meetings with the External Coach, and relevant regional, state, and national trainings.
• Communicate PBIS activities to faculty and create, maintain, and share…