This is an 11-month position that requires a bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in education, mental health or other related health field. Three (3) years of experience in teaching counseling, psychology/mental health services, social services, nutrition, or have documented experiences in either supervising or implementing one or more components of the Coordinated School Health component areas required. Please see below for more information.

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Job Summary

To develop, initiate, and advocate the components of the Coordinated School Health program: health education, health services, counseling, psychological and social services, nutrition, physical education/physical activity, school wellness, healthy school environment, and student/parent/community involvement.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

1. Organize and administer the Coordinated School Health program to promote a districtwide culture of health and wellness, ensuring students have access to resources that support their academic achievement and personal well-being.
2. Serve as a liaison between the school district, community partners, staff, healthcare providers, and families to collaboratively plan and implement comprehensive health initiatives that foster student success and family well-being.
3. Promote community engagement by actively sharing information, updates, and resources about the Coordinated School Health program through district communications and public outreach.
4. Lead districtwide health education initiatives for students and staff, focusing on prevention, healthy lifestyles, and all components of Coordinated School Health, including providing leadership in the selection, assignment, and evaluation of materials for physical and mental health programming.
5. Serve as the district-wide Youth Sports Coordinator collaborating with community partners and district staff.
6. Develop a system for orienting and leading professional development for administrators, counselors, PE teachers, and other staff focused on all components of Coordinated School Health to ensure consistent, districtwide implementation of health and wellness initiatives.

7. Manage program budgets, oversee expenditures, and process purchase orders in alignment with district policies and grant requirements to ensure responsible use of Coordinated School Health funding.
8. Lead, manage, and support health and wellness initiatives in collaboration with district departments, including athletics, health services, nutrition, homeless liaison, and other student support services, to integrate Coordinated School Health practices through screenings, vaccinations, nutrition programs, and targeted wellness supports for students.
9. Support schools across Tier I, II, and III mental health services by working with school counselors to implement prevention and safety initiatives, including Erin’s Law, suicide and threat assessment protocols, safety planning, child abuse reporting, and Children’s Advocacy programs, to ensure compliance with state mandates and promote student well-being.
10. Provide leadership in implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (RTI A + RTI B), including social and emotional learning, to address student behavioral, academic, and well-being needs through coordinated interventions.
11. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and regulations for the Coordinated School Health program, ensuring they reflect current trends, research, and evidence-based best practices.
12. Develop and administer assessments and surveys to inform school improvement efforts and guide the annual evaluation of the Coordinated School Health program as required.
13. Manage health-related data, records and assessment for health/drug screenings, surveys and initiatives ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
14. Respond to health-related emergencies and incidents, coordinating appropriate responses and follow-up actions.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred) in education, mental health or other related health field.
• At least three (3) years of experience in teaching, counseling, psychology/mental health services, social services, nutrition, or have documented experiences in either supervising or implementing one or more components of the Coordinated School Health component areas required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe products and other technology appropriate for the position. Must have strong knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Key Competencies

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

Knowledge of

• Elementary education standards, learning objectives, and age-appropriate instructional methods.
• Cognitive, social, and emotional development in children
• Strategies to maintain an organized, safe, and productive classroom environment.
• Different learning needs, accommodations, and inclusion strategies for students with disabilities.
• School safety protocols, emergency response plans, and child protection policies

Skill in

• Assisting with classroom activities, reinforcing lessons, and providing one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Prioritizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, and ensuring smooth program operation
• Identifying issues as they arise, finding practical solutions, and handling conflicts or challenges in a calm and positive manner.
• Educational software, digital tools, and classroom technology to assist with instruction and record-keeping.
• Oral and written communications Ability to
• Understand the diverse needs of students and exhibit patience, understanding, and support
• Adapt to the dynamic and often changing environment of an elementary school setting.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, and administrators
• Encourage and engage students, providing positive reinforcement and fostering a love for learning.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the listed functions.

• This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:
  • Pushing and/or pulling
  • Climbing
  • Stooping and/or kneeling
  • Reaching
  • Talking
  • Hearing
  • Seeing
• Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity; dealing with students; generalizing, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.
• Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; reason and make judgments; understand meanings of words and the ideas associated with them; perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately; move the hands easily and manipulate small objects with the fingers; make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures; perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color.
• Low to medium degree of discomfort due to exposure to temperature, fumes, dirt, dust, noise, and cleaning chemicals.
• Normal working environment.

Terms Of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.