Facilitator: Restorative Culture - New Village Academy

Facilitator: Restorative Culture - New Village Academy Job Details Job ID: 5712426 Application Deadline: May 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: May 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Facilitates restorative practices and other school culture structures at New Village Academy. Collaborates with students, teachers, administrators, and families to create a positive school community that values student voice, trusting relationships, accountability, repair, and reconciliation. Facilitates restorative circles, conflict mediation, student‑led restorative circles, and other restorative structures. Collaborates with staff to build social‑emotional learning programming including mindfulness, challenge by choice, and character development. Supports the building of strong relationships, development of student personal and interpersonal skills, and addresses disciplinary issues in inclusive, just, and equitable ways. Serves on the School Leadership Team and advises a “Crew” of 14 students, facilitating academic and personal growth activities and overseeing their progress until graduation. Mays attend evening or after‑school events as needed. Additional Work Days/Hours Evenings/Nights may be required as needed. Responsibilities Designs, implements, and maintains a comprehensive restorative culture program. Facilitates restorative circles, conflict mediations (using VOMP protocol), and conferences to address conflicts, disciplinary issues, and community‑building opportunities. Provides training and support to staff, students, and parents on restorative practices principles and techniques. Works closely with the Principal, teachers and other staff to develop policies and procedures that align with restorative practices. Manages the Peace Room, a student cool‑down and conferencing space. Serves as Crew Leader (advisor) to 14 students (45 minutes per day), building community, supporting academic progress, and acting as primary family contact throughout high school. Plans and leads bi‑weekly school‑wide “Pick‑Me‑Up” gatherings of whole school or paired grades to uplift students, build school spirit, and celebrate successes. Consistently records, tracks, and implements school‑wide student accountability systems and other agreements made with staff and school leadership; contributes pertinent information for suspension/appeal hearings as needed. Builds and maintains relationships with community organizations and resources to support restorative culture initiatives. Manages and supports student arrival, dismissal, lunch, and school‑wide events to foster a strong school culture. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s Degree in education, guidance and counseling, youth development, social work or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university required. Bachelor’s Degree in the same fields preferred. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Experience One (1) year of experience in education, social work, youth development, counseling, or a related field with a focus on restorative practices, conflict resolution, student‑centered learning, or positive discipline. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Ability to build strong rapport and trust with diverse youth and families. Experience facilitating group discussions and mediations. Knowledge of restorative practices principles and practices. Passion for fostering an empowering, inclusive, and equitable school environment. Ability to show support, respect, and patience for students and families under stress or in crisis and to support positive resolution of conflict. Excellent oral and written communication skills with a professional demeanor. Strong organizational, collaborative, and public‑relations skills. Exemplary personal character, self‑awareness, and ability to manage conflict. Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations. Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., video/web conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite, Google tools). Language Requirements Bilingual in Spanish (native or near‑native preferred). Licenses and Certifications Active Driver’s License (Class C) issued by Maryland or State of legal residence required. Daily access to reliable transportation. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona‑fide Board business within the scope of employment. Personal vehicle required. Physical Demands Standing: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking: less than 1/3 of the time. Sitting: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Keyboarding: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Talking: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Hearing: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Driving: less than 1/3 of the time. As required by duties and responsibilities. Equal Opportunity Employer Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Contact Information Human Resources – 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, Maryland 21401 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Anne-Arundel-County-Public-Schools