12.5% Social Emotional Learning Coach-Middle School-Polaris Expeditionary Learning School

2026-27 12.5% Social Emotional Learning Coach-Middle School-Polaris Expeditionary Learning School Poudre School District Polaris Expeditionary Lrn Sch - Fort Collins, Colorado Job Details Job ID: 5732061 Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026 Job Description Overview This Social Emotional Learning Coach position is for the 2026-27 school year at Polaris Expeditionary Learning School supporting middle school grade level students. Polaris is a K-12 public school option within Poudre School District that serves 400 plus students each year. The school was founded in 2007 using the Expeditionary Learning model and continues to offer authentic learning experiences, both on and off campus, through investigations of compelling topics over an extended period of time. Percentage: 12.5% Work calendar days: 188 Duration of position: On going Benefits include: PERA retirement, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 6th, 2025). *These pay rates are based on the 2025-26 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process for the 2026-27 school year* This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status. Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement. Responsibilities Provide instruction and services for students in large, small, and one‑on‑one situations for behavior support, including co‑teaching/co‑facilitating. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement: Data collection and progress monitoring for behavior intervention support. Staff support and training for trauma informed behavior intervention strategies, practical functional based intervention support, and targeted behavior strategies. Maintain and manage confidential documentation of student’s progress with targeted behavior interventions. Communicate behavioral interventional strategies, plans and progress to stakeholders. Report suspected danger of health/safety of students and staff to administrators. Facilitate coordination of proper services for students with behavior issues. Collaborate with teams to design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction. Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students. Provide case management and referrals for community resources when applicable for student behavior support. Collaborate: With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to support student behavioral challenges and improve student outcomes. With colleagues in team and building‑based meetings and discussions. Demonstrate a commitment to: Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. Include and engage families in the student’s education. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. Provide personal and professional excellence. Participate in: Multi‑disciplinary meetings (department, team, building, and district). Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. Professional growth opportunities. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. Perform other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, School Counseling, or related field with licensure program required. Master’s degree preferred. Experience working with students who exhibit behavior challenges/at‑risk youth preferred. Experience instructing students in a school‑based setting preferred. Licenses and Certifications Criminal background check required for hire. Valid Colorado Teaching license with appropriate endorsements required. CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged. Technical Skills and Knowledge Oral and written communication skills. English language skills. Interpersonal relations skills. Math and accounting skills. Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred. Ability to work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide an effective learning environment. Ability to communicate with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members. Ability to be a part of and work with a team. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job. Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence. Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures. Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals. Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Outlook, FrontPage, and/or other department software packages. Operating knowledge of and experience with typical educational/instructional technology equipment and programs. Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment. Direct Reports This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below 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 essential functions. EEO Statement Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply! #J-18808-Ljbffr