Program Coordinator

Program CoordinatorShine on as a Program CoordinatorIn special education and alternative education settings nationwide, the team members of Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) shine a positive light on students who need academic, emotional, social, and behavioral support and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.ResponsibilitiesDirect Student Support and MentorshipBuild trusting, consistent relationships with students through daily check-ins, one-on-one meetings, and informal interactions throughout the school day.Serve as a go-to adult for students navigating academic, social, or personal challenges, providing guidance, encouragement, and a safe space to be heard.Actively engage students in hallways, common areas, classrooms, and during transitions to foster a sense of belonging and connection to school.Identify students who are disengaged, struggling, or at risk, and proactively initiate supportive conversations and interventions.Facilitate small group discussions, check-in/check-out meetings, and student circles focused on goal-setting, social-emotional development, and school success.Celebrate student achievements, milestones, and positive behaviors to reinforce motivation and self-confidence.Behavior Management and Positive School ClimateImplement and consistently apply the school's behavior management framework, including restorative practices, PBIS strategies, and tiered support systems.Respond calmly and effectively to student behavioral concerns, de-escalating conflict situations using trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches.Conduct restorative conversations with students following behavioral incidents, helping them reflect on impact and develop accountability and repair strategies.Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop individualized behavior support plans for students with recurring behavioral challenges.Monitor behavior data and trends to help identify students who may benefit from additional support or intervention.Model and reinforce positive social behaviors, conflict resolution skills, and self-regulation strategies throughout daily interactions.Support students during high-stress moments such as transitions between classes, lunch, unstructured time, and before/after school.Family Engagement and CommunicationServe as a warm, approachable point of contact for families, building ongoing relationships through regular communication and check-ins.Reach out proactively to families when a student is struggling behaviorally, academically, or emotionally, partnering with them on support strategies.Connect students and families to appropriate school counselors, social workers, and community resources based on identified needs.Participate in student support meetings, family conferences, and IEP/504 meetings as a student advocate and relationship holder.Program and Administrative SupportMaintain student records, participation logs, and behavior documentation in school information systems.Assist with scheduling, materials preparation, and logistics for student programs and events.Generate brief reports on student engagement and behavioral trends to support team planning.Perform other duties as assigned in support of student success and school operations.What You Can Expect From UsDiverse career pathways, mobility up and across our national network, and ongoing professional and leadership development.Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support.Data-driven, evidence-based learning and instructional models, including SESI's own positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) framework called CASE.An attractive and robust suite of benefits, including comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building, and more.Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.QualificationsWhat We Expect Of YouBachelors degreeExperience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.Posted Salary RangeStarting from USD $70,000.00/Yr.Shine on. Apply now.Bring all of you to what you do. Join our team.About SESISpecialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional educational and behavioral supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. SESI partners with school districts to run classrooms, on-site, within district boundaries and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Emotional Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, and other challenges. Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students in day schools and in-district classrooms. SESI is accredited by Cognia.FullBloom is an equal opportunity employer.Equal Employment Opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at FullBloom, where employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications. The company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to age (40 and over); color; gender, physical or mental disability; mental status; civil union/domestic partnership; national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; race; religion; creed; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions; gender identity and gender expression; political affiliation; veteran status and uniformed servicemember status; genetic information (including testing and characteristics); or any other consideration protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.