Restorative Practice Teacher Leader

Prioritize Relationships, Collaboration and Communication

Strengthen comprehensive understanding of the NHPS Code of Conduct and implications for using the code of conduct as primarily a preventative instrument.

Coordinate and provide professional development, training, and/or presentations to build the capacity of the school site staff in the implementation of restorative practices, both on the preventative and responsive sides of the continuum.

Train and coach groups and individuals to facilitate the continuum of restorative practices including but not limited to affective statements, non-violent communication, active listening, restorative dialogue, circles (including community building, harm/conflict, re-entry, curriculum, issue/support, etc.).

Build positive relationships with school staff, administration, school support team, students, community partners, and families.

Develop strategies that emphasize prevention (universal support) and whole school implementation of restorative practices.

Support the reduction of racial disparities in suspensions and expulsions through the use of evidence-based practices.

Documenting, tracking and coordinating the expulsion process and rehabilitation process for students.

Planning, Implementing and Documenting Individual and Small-Group Coaching Cycles with School Staff

Support schools in their efforts to use restorative practices as a means of suspension prevention.

Minimum Qualifications

• Formal training in Restorative Practices
• Experience facilitating restorative practices and social-emotional learning for school stakeholders (i.e., students, families and staff)
• Experience in building a positive school culture and implementing tiered supports for student success
• Experience in coaching adults and leading them to achieve goals
• Deep understanding of regulations regarding suspensions and expulsions
• Strong facilitation and active listening skills
• Strong personal commitment to social justice and healing work
• Organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience developing and facilitating professional development
• Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Google Suite
• Dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to the mission and the communities we serve

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 10-Month work year.
• Local 933, The New Haven Federation of Teachers.
• To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits
• Salary: (contingent on degree and years of experience) $53,220 - $108,047

EVALUATION

• Evaluated annually in accordance with the district's policy for the evaluation of Teachers and the New Haven Federation of Teachers contract.