School Climate Specialist

Job Description - School Climate Specialist (250009DR)

Supports the Office of Whole Child Supports by implementing policies and procedures relating to the education of the whole child with a focus on wellness, school climate, and behavioral needs and structures in schools and districts:

• Provides professional development opportunities and technical assistance to school personnel on integrated multi-tiered systems of supports, school climate, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), student behavior, and other related topics;
• Uses research and evidence‑based practices in work and adheres to state and federal guidelines for integrated multi-tiered system of supports, student behavior supports implementation in Ohio schools and districts;
• Works with schools and districts on implementation status and reporting;
• Provides statewide administrative and educational technical assistance to schools, districts, and parent groups regarding the assessment and intervention strategies in areas of school climate and behavior;
• Provides resources for educational service centers (ESCs), state support teams (SSTs), schools, and districts to assess needs of students and select best‑practices to incorporate in a plan to address those needs;
• Assists schools and districts with understanding and implementing an integrated multi-tiered system of support;
• Plans and facilitates any requested community of practice and professional development opportunities;
• Consults with school administrators and special education personnel regarding the development and management of effective interventions for students suspected of having a disability;
• Writes and maintains resources for schools and districts supporting the effective implementation of positive behavioral interventions and supports and school climate initiatives, including website guidance, communications, newsletters, or other communication;
• Develops and manages effective services for students with disabilities;
• Makes recommendations on the development of rules, policies, and procedures for the administration of technical assistance statewide to school districts, superintendents, administrators, special education personnel, and pupil personnel about federal and state law and policies;

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Workforce

Morgan Webb (morgan.webbo.gov)

Ohio Department of Education 25 South Front Street Columbus

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

$34.28 - $50.65

Full‑time, 40 hours a week. Union: OCSEA

Educational Support

Educational support

Attention to Detail, Consultation, Continuous Improvement

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate, education‑focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohio’s 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities, advancing the connectivity between K‑12 and postsecondary learning, creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences, and ensuring students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.

As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio, the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools, districts, educators, students, families, businesses, nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website.

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off,…