Behavior Climate Specialist

Behavior Climate Specialist (26.27 School Year)

• Full-time
• Start Date:
  
  Next year opening
• Department:
  Teacher

Behavior Climate Specialist

The Behavior Climate Specialist supports the implementation of school wide behavior systems that promote a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment. This role focuses on strengthening Tier 1 and Tier 2 behavior supports, coaching students on behavior expectations and self-regulation, and reinforcing consistent culture systems across classrooms and common spaces.

Working closely with the School Leader and Assistant School Leader, the Behavior Climate Specialist partners with teachers and student support staff to address behavioral challenges, increase time in class, and help students develop the skills necessary to succeed academically and socially.

KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission and vision.

Mission:
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Vision:
Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and boasts hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of three elementary schools, two middle schools, and a high school.

We believe that our educators are proving what's possible in urban education each and every day, by inspiring students, and helping them discover the joy of learning. KIPP schools support our educators to help students achieve academic excellence, building the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Together, we are raising the bar for every student, every day.

Direct Manager:
School Leader or Assistant School Leader, responsible for school culture systems and student outcomes.

Direct Reports:
None

Key Collaborators:
Assistant School Leaders, teachers, counselors, Special Education staff, and other school-based support personnel responsible for ensuring students can fully access instruction.

This role supports the execution of school wide behavior systems and student behavior interventions aligned to MTSS structures. The Behavior Climate Specialist implements established behavior expectations, reinforces school culture systems, and provides targeted student support.

Decisions related to major disciplinary actions, suspension decisions, and school wide policy changes remain with the School Leader and Assistant School Leader.

• Maintain a strong and visible presence throughout the school day to reinforce behavior expectations.
• Support consistent implementation of school wide culture systems.
• Monitor hallways, transitions, and common spaces to ensure a safe and structured learning environment.

• Provide targeted behavioral coaching to students requiring additional support.
• Support students in reflecting on behavioral choices and developing strategies to improve behavior.
• Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans aligned to MTSS structures.
• Support students assigned to In‑School Suspension (ISS) to ensure behavioral reflection and academic engagement.

• Monitor and analyze behavior data to identify patterns and inform interventions.
• Maintain accurate records of student behavior incidents, interventions, and family communication.
• Partner with school leadership to ensure consistent implementation of behavior systems.
• Partner with teachers to reinforce behavior expectations and provide strategies for supporting students.
• Collaborate with counselors, Special Education teams, and leadership to coordinate…