Safety Coordinator

Job Description Central Massachusetts Collaborative (CMC) is a therapeutic day school serving students ages 5 to 22. The Safety Coordinator supports school safety by promoting a positive climate, developing safety plans, managing safety sessions, and supporting staff and students. Primary Responsibilities Promote a positive school climate that fosters high student expectations and employs strategies for diverse learning styles. Support program staff in developing and implementing effective safety plans and in reviewing safety procedures. Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills to support the school and its students in a professional manner. Collaborate with program administration to assist staff with student safety. Coordinate group peer-to-peer meetings for safety staff and provide oversight to all safety services. Assist program administration in coordinating safety sessions and master schedules for safety programs. Support the monitoring of student safety through close communication with administration, teachers, clinicians, students, and parents. Implement safety curriculum in accordance with Massachusetts State Frameworks to enhance teaching and learning. Coordinate benchmark and social‑emotional/behavioral testing schedules and support the development and implementation of behavior plans. Oversee student safety records that document service provision and required documentation for assigned caseload. Provide data to support completion of mandated state and federal reports as assigned. Support effective crisis management and communicate with all stakeholders in a professional manner at all times. Complete CPI/nonviolent crisis intervention training upon hire and maintain certification. Collaborate with program administration to develop and implement a professional‑development program regarding safety. Support safety during functions and activities such as transportation, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and recess schedules. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Job Requirements Appropriate Massachusetts Teacher’s Certification required; MA certification as a Principal/Assistant Principal, Administrator of Special Education, and/or Supervisor/Director of Special Education preferred. Advanced educational preparation in the discipline or area of certification. Basic knowledge of educational organization administration, supervision, and curriculum development. At least 3 years of relevant experience. Working knowledge of techniques of classroom management and student discipline. Demonstrates sound judgment and decision making aligned with school regulations and philosophy. May, on occasion, need to reach, grasp, and handle objects using upper extremities and be able to lift and carry objects or classroom equipment up to 45 pounds. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education