KIPP KANSAS CITY
Wellness Lab Coordinator
Join KIPP Kansas City Public Schools as a Wellness Lab Coordinator. KIPP is a nationwide network of free, open‑enrollment, college‑preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life.
Job Description As a Wellness Lab Coordinator, you will develop and implement evidence‑based behavioral interventions, collect data, and collaborate with school teams to foster a positive and equitable learning environment.
Goals
Intervention: 100% of referrals for assessment are completed to define the function/goal of the behavior and an aligned intervention is deployed.
Data: 100% completed documented observations of students receiving behavioral interventions.
Direct Service: 80% of students receiving services successfully graduate services and/or are on track toward their identified goals.
In‑School Intervention: 80% average walkthrough score on the in‑school intervention walkthrough form.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist school teams in developing objective problem statements regarding student behavioral concerns.
Collect data to facilitate the assessment of the function of the behavior.
Propose alternative behaviors and interventions.
Model implementation and intervene directly with the student as needed.
Facilitate monitoring of response to intervention with targeted behaviors.
Collaborate with other specialists and support staff in addressing problems with student behavior.
Crisis response and de‑escalation.
Comply with IDEA process requirements as applicable.
Assist the building administration to implement and monitor a building‑wide Positive Behavior Support system.
Demonstrate effective human relations and communication skills.
Comply with good safety and de‑escalation practices.
Comply with all district rules, regulations, and policies.
Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
Other duties as required or assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities and Functions
Provide a quiet and safe atmosphere for students assigned to in‑school suspension.
Monitor student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment for academic and behavioral skills.
Prepare lessons and skill building activities to support identified behavioral needs.
Conduct screeners and assessments to support intervention design.
Review in‑school suspension policies, procedures, and student expectations with students daily.
Counsel, assist, and interact with students to facilitate learning, reflection, skill development, and goal setting.
Participate in a variety of meetings and professional development opportunities to gather required information.
Prepare written materials to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
Report incidents to maintain personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to school policies and procedures.
Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources to resolve issues and provide information to the appropriate personnel.
Request student assignments from classroom teachers for students assigned to ISI.
Communicate when students are exiting ISI and returning to the classroom (share goals/ideas).
Monitor and supervise students and completion of assignments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, psychology, education, sociology, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
Strong belief in equity, inclusion, diversity, and culturally responsive practices.
Proven interpersonal skills and patience.
Experience working with students and knowledge of conflict resolution techniques is strongly encouraged.
Strong belief in all students’ abilities to be successful.
Utilize cultural humility and positive behavior intervention practices.
Additional Information
Reports to work Monday‑Friday and some weekends.
Typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to travel to work location.
Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on experience, education, and level of expertise. As a full‑time KIPP Kansas City employee, you are eligible to participate in all KIPP benefit plans, which include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans. Additional opportunities for professional growth, advancement, and leadership training are also available.
Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Job Description As a Wellness Lab Coordinator, you will develop and implement evidence‑based behavioral interventions, collect data, and collaborate with school teams to foster a positive and equitable learning environment.
Goals
Intervention: 100% of referrals for assessment are completed to define the function/goal of the behavior and an aligned intervention is deployed.
Data: 100% completed documented observations of students receiving behavioral interventions.
Direct Service: 80% of students receiving services successfully graduate services and/or are on track toward their identified goals.
In‑School Intervention: 80% average walkthrough score on the in‑school intervention walkthrough form.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist school teams in developing objective problem statements regarding student behavioral concerns.
Collect data to facilitate the assessment of the function of the behavior.
Propose alternative behaviors and interventions.
Model implementation and intervene directly with the student as needed.
Facilitate monitoring of response to intervention with targeted behaviors.
Collaborate with other specialists and support staff in addressing problems with student behavior.
Crisis response and de‑escalation.
Comply with IDEA process requirements as applicable.
Assist the building administration to implement and monitor a building‑wide Positive Behavior Support system.
Demonstrate effective human relations and communication skills.
Comply with good safety and de‑escalation practices.
Comply with all district rules, regulations, and policies.
Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
Other duties as required or assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities and Functions
Provide a quiet and safe atmosphere for students assigned to in‑school suspension.
Monitor student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment for academic and behavioral skills.
Prepare lessons and skill building activities to support identified behavioral needs.
Conduct screeners and assessments to support intervention design.
Review in‑school suspension policies, procedures, and student expectations with students daily.
Counsel, assist, and interact with students to facilitate learning, reflection, skill development, and goal setting.
Participate in a variety of meetings and professional development opportunities to gather required information.
Prepare written materials to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
Report incidents to maintain personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to school policies and procedures.
Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources to resolve issues and provide information to the appropriate personnel.
Request student assignments from classroom teachers for students assigned to ISI.
Communicate when students are exiting ISI and returning to the classroom (share goals/ideas).
Monitor and supervise students and completion of assignments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work, psychology, education, sociology, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
Strong belief in equity, inclusion, diversity, and culturally responsive practices.
Proven interpersonal skills and patience.
Experience working with students and knowledge of conflict resolution techniques is strongly encouraged.
Strong belief in all students’ abilities to be successful.
Utilize cultural humility and positive behavior intervention practices.
Additional Information
Reports to work Monday‑Friday and some weekends.
Typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to travel to work location.
Compensation and Benefits Salary is based on experience, education, and level of expertise. As a full‑time KIPP Kansas City employee, you are eligible to participate in all KIPP benefit plans, which include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans. Additional opportunities for professional growth, advancement, and leadership training are also available.
Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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