Teacher of Deportment

Teacher Of Deportment

Works as part of a team with the principal, assistant principal, and others, as needed, to support positive student behavior in the school. The teacher of deportment reports to the principal or his/her designee. Provides direct instruction to students who have been identified as needing assistance in appropriate behavior in daily interactions with staff and other students. Works with students and staff to provide a safe learning community by implementing disciplinary policies.

Works with parents, students, and staff to ensure successful transition between schools, where appropriate. Works with faculty and students to structure, develop, and support classroom and non-classroom learning including supporting extra-curricular activities, such as assemblies, lunch duty, arrival and dismissal times, and the like. Works with staff to implement the Code of Conduct and conducts conflict resolution activities as necessary.

Serves as liaison to the surrounding community and other area schools about off-campus student safety, behavior and other student life issues. Serves as liaison to the surrounding community and other area school administrators to assist in identifying and/or developing professional development to meet the social, emotional and behavioral needs of the school.

Master's degree (or willingness to complete such degree within five years) in student personnel, administration, counseling or related field. MA DOE license: teacher, school guidance, school social worker, at appropriate grade level. Minimum of three years of successful teaching or counseling experience in a school setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational and leadership skills. Solid decision making skills.

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Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the third largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff.

We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management.

Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.