Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Support the mission and design principles of The Gathering Place.
• Embody The Gathering Place Collective norms.
• Observe and participate in morning circles (and afternoon circles, when applicable) and help train teachers to integrate social-emotional competencies throughout the day.
• Provide regular check-ins with assigned students to support their specific goals and needs.
• Provide regular proactive social-emotional support services (SEL) to students, both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Facilitate peer groups focused on different SEL competencies or related topics.
  Collaborate closely with teachers and caregivers to best support students on your caseload.
• Teach children tools and strategies for reflection and restoration when conflict or harm has occurred.
• Work as a member of the behavior team, collaborating and providing coverage (subbing) to fellow team members.
• Support the leadership team in implementing the campus-wide behavior program.
• Provide campus-wide crisis emotional support to staff and students when necessary, including contacting emergency services when needed.
• Conduct mental health crisis and self-harm assessments for students and staff.
• Participate in daily functions of the schools, including but not limited to arrival and dismissal duties.
• Participate in behavior team sessions for caregivers, these may happen during the school day or infrequently in the evenings.
• Create and offer staff wellness sessions throughout the year.
• Attend critical school events such as professional development days, school events for students, and school events for caregivers and community members.
• Attend external or virtual training as instructed by the manager.
• Meet professional obligations, including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines, among all other policies outlined in the Staff Handbook.
• Maintain a curated list of community resources for families (e.g. shelters, food pantries, crisis support).
• Build and maintain relationships with outside community partners and resources, and oversee partnerships with local resource partners.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties as assigned.
Additional Details

• This is a full-time, exempt position.
• The Gathering Place pays into TRS (Teacher Retirement System of Texas).
• This role has access to high-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Tax-free FSA account that The Gathering Place will contribute up to $500
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
• This role has a duty-free lunch.
• This role may have the opportunity to lead professional development sessions on topics that they are passionate about as part of Professional Learning Communities (which will occur during the school day) or on PD days.
• This role may be asked to perform additional responsibilities related to the ongoing needs of the school throughout the year.
• This role may be asked to serve on committees.
• The workday is 7:15 - 4:00 pm. Some evening events will be required, like exhibitions of learning (showcases), school events, or caregiver events.
• There will be one, one-hour staff meeting after school from every two weeks required for this role.
• There are three weeks of required summer professional development starting mid-July and several professional development days built into the calendar throughout the year.
• All positions operate on a scale. To view The Gathering Place's 23-24 teacher scale, click here.

Qualifications

• Must hold a master's degree
• Completed Educator Preparation Program for counselors
• 2-years of experience in teaching is appreciated, but not required
• Fluency in Spanish is appreciated, but not required

Commitment to Diversity
The Gathering Place seeks to establish a diverse staff that reflects the identities of our children. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of a person's actual or perceived identity with regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, nationality, pregnancy, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other distinguishing physical, or genetic characteristics. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff as well as potential staff members.