What are the responsibilities and job description for the Climate Manager position at Chester Upland School District?
- Supervises and coordinates all climate, behavioral and discipline programs and services to ensure that students receive the full complement of prevention and intervention measures prior to disciplinary action being taken.
- Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness of support programs and existing District policies and procedures on student discipline; makes recommendations on the implementation of effective behavioral systems to increase educational outcomes for students.
- Provides technical support and guidance to behavioral support teams responsible for providing services to students with actual or potential behavioral and/or social/emotional problems; supervises the implementation of school-based and district-wide prevention/intervention initiatives.
- Participates in and supervises the enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct.
- Provides assistance and coordinates support services to students transitioning back into school from disciplinary or other behavioral related placements.
- Networks with external partners and assists with the coordination of interagency collaborations with organizations which provide school-based behavioral programs and services.
- Performs relates duties as required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the current development, social, economic, and educational needs of the student population.
- Oversee and coordinate the activities of others in the effective implementation of School District policies and procedures
- Express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to motivate others and stimulate team and group processes.
- Take individual initiative, accept responsibility and be held accountable.
- Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Meet schedules and timelines.
- Plan and organize work.
- Associates Degree from accredited college or university.
- Four years of full-time, paid professional experience working with children with behavioral and/or disciplinary issues and/or involvement resolving climate control concerns.
JobID: 709
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
12/15/2025
12/15/2025
Location:
Stetser Elementary School
Stetser Elementary School
Mission: The Chester Upland School District is committed to providing all students the opportunity to achieve excellence in the four A's: Academics, Athletics, Arts, and Activities.
The senior leadership team continues to build a talented and committed team to ensure all students are prepared to graduate from Chester Upland school’s career and college ready! The C.O.R.E. is the foundation for which our district stands:
C- Children First: The well-being and continuous learning of every child will drive decisions.
O- One Chester Upland: With dedicated community of partners, parents, students and staff, we will excel, united as One Chester Upland.
R- Reimagining: Through a mode of continuous improvement, we will apply four important levers for change, collaboration, capacity building, deepening knowledge of pedagogy, and focusing direction to improve outcomes for all.
E- Equity, Excellence, and Emotional Intelligence: We will ensure equitable access to a quality education that includes emotional intelligence and leads to excellence across all opportunities and services.
Position Function
Oversees and supervises all school-based non-instructional positions. Implements the School Safety Plan, enforces the rules and regulations which govern school student discipline and the implementation of disciplinary measures as necessary. Acts as a liaison with students, families, school support teams and other non-school related entities to ensure a school climate that is conducive to learning and that provides students with a safe and secure environment.
Essential Functions
Under the direction of the School Safety and Security Coordinator and building principal:
Additional Duties:
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Abilities, Competencies:
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Competencies:
Ethics and Values
Adhere to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs at all times; acts in accordance with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves others; incorporates these values and beliefs into all aspects of work
Adhere to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs at all times; acts in accordance with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves others; incorporates these values and beliefs into all aspects of work
Integrity and Trust
Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; presents the facts in an appropriate and helpful manner to parents, associates and stakeholders; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain
Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; presents the facts in an appropriate and helpful manner to parents, associates and stakeholders; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain
Excellent Communications
Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
Drive for Results
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Managing Diversity
Treats all people equitably without regard to race, nationality, culture, physical challenge, age or sex; supports diversity in the workplace; supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.
Treats all people equitably without regard to race, nationality, culture, physical challenge, age or sex; supports diversity in the workplace; supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.
Action Oriented
Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; acts decisively with minimum planning; takes advantage of all opportunities which are presented.
Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; acts decisively with minimum planning; takes advantage of all opportunities which are presented.
Composure
Maintains composure under pressure; remains objective in difficult working conditions; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; remains focused and is not distracted by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis; comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyze both successes and failures to facilitate improvement; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; is tolerant with people and processes; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting.
Maintains composure under pressure; remains objective in difficult working conditions; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; remains focused and is not distracted by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis; comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyze both successes and failures to facilitate improvement; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; is tolerant with people and processes; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting.
Technical Learning
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment; understands technical concepts readily; is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself; keeps abreast of trends and developments through independent study, courses and seminars; understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches; works to deploy strengths; works on compensating weaknesses and limits.
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment; understands technical concepts readily; is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself; keeps abreast of trends and developments through independent study, courses and seminars; understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches; works to deploy strengths; works on compensating weaknesses and limits.
Qualifications Profile:
CHESTER UPLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Chester Upland School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester Upland School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 267-916-5169.