BILINGUAL (ENGLISH-SPANISH) CULTURE ASSOCIATE, K-5

Job Title: Culture Associate

Report to: Principal

Coaching support provided by: Dean of Students

Employment Terms: 12-month position

Location: Brooklyn, NY (Sunset Park)  

About the LEEP Academy Familia

LEEP Dual Language Academy Charter School serves students in grades K-5. At LEEP our educators use effective instructional techniques to provide a high-quality dual language program, located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Our mission is to provide an inclusive and academically rigorous dual language education that empowers students to become bilingual, bicultural, and bi-literate. 

We are seeking dedicated and passionate educators and staff members to join our committed team. In our classrooms, we provide high-quality, differentiated instruction tailored to meet the personalized needs of every K-5 student. We are committed to serving our diverse community and utilizing families as partners in their student’s education. We learn and practice five core virtues: Cariño/Love,  Respeto/Respect, Valentía/Courage, Gratitud/Gratitude, and Alegría/Joy. 

About the Role

The Culture Associate is responsible for providing behavioral support to students, ensuring students are on task, and that the behavior expectations established by the school culture team are implemented in a consistent, caring, and disciplined manner. 

The Culture Associate will execute the vision for school culture and is responsible for shaping and sustaining school-wide systems, processes, and opportunities for students to internalize and uphold the school's values for academic excellence and community building; and functions as support to the staff in the implementation of school-wide systems and procedures related to school culture and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Dean of Students and MTSS Team in driving and sustaining the school's culture framework, which includes student data collection and  analysis.
• Provide 1:1, small group, and whole class support and remediation based on ongoing observations. 
• Help monitor uniform compliance as scholars enter the building in the morning.
• Respond and follow the response to the behavior systems and procedures of behavior referrals. 
• Support escalated students using SEL and RC practices. 
• Input all behavior-related data into the behavior data software. 
• Attend and participate in culture team meetings and professional development.
• Monitor and support scholars who are in alternative placements.
• Support DOS with any culture-huddles for families and students to support cultural initiatives within the school.
• In collaboration with the DOS, support the development, implementation, and revision of culturally relevant and responsive systems for all grade and developmental levels.
• In collaboration with the DOS, analyze and present culture data to identify areas of focus for improvement.
• Plan and co-facilitate community meetings and other school-wide culture-building activities in partnership with the Dean of Students and MTSS Team.
• Additional duties, including lunch and recess coverage, as assigned.
• Support Arrival/Dismissal procedures. 
• In collaboration with Dean of Student, Social Worker, and School counselors, support the planning and execution of RTB committee meetings. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Bilingual and have 1-3 years of professional experience with students, or related fieldsfield.
• High professional and ethical standards.
• Experience working with diverse populations of students and communities.
• Strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities of working with First Generation, and/or economically-vulnerable students.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a fast-moving environment.

Our investment in your Development & Wellness

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that promote personal health, wellness and development for our staff and their families including:

• Paid Time off including personal time, sick time, and school breaks (The week of Thanksgiving, 2 Weeks for winter break, February/mid-winter break, and spring break)
• Balance Fridays for Sustainability
• Summer Break

Professional Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Full Day Professional Development Days
• One-on-one coaching meetings

Health Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plans (including medical, dental, and vision)
• Mental Health and Counseling Services provided by Health Advocate and Talkspace
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 3% Employer Match Contribution available on Day 1 of Plan Enrollment

Compensation

The starting compensation for this role is between $24.00 to $28.00 per hour. The starting salary will depend on multiple factors including professional experience, education, and certifications. This is a full-time position.

Commitment to Diversity

LEEP Dual Language Academy Charter School is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national background, religion/belief, marital status, caregiver status, veteran status, disability, age, political party, or salary history.

If you are passionate about education and excited to make a positive impact in a diverse and multicultural learning environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team at LEEP Academy. Together, we can empower our students to achieve their fullest potential!