OPS-PKY-Elementary Behavior Coach

Job no: 541677
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design
**Department:**18180600 - ED-ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Classification Title:

OPS-Elementary Behavior Coach

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

The primary objective of this position is to support student behavior to enhance overall academic achievement.

• Support students in developing self-regulation, social-emotional, and positive behavior skills.
• Coach and support teachers in implementing proactive classroom management strategies, behavior interventions, and practices that promote positive student engagement and self-regulation.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and support staff to develop consistent and effective approaches to student behavior.
• Facilitate restorative conversations following conflicts or behavioral incidents to help students repair relationships, reflect on their choices, and develop problem-solving skills.
• Build strong partnerships with families and caregivers through proactive communication, collaboration, and shared problem-solving to support student success
• Observe classrooms and learning environments to identify behavior patterns, contributing factors, and opportunities for prevention and intervention.
• Complete required data entry and reporting related to student behavior and school safety, including discipline and SESIR reports, to support accurate documentation and monitor behavioral trends.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of interventions, observations, student progress, and communication with families and staff.
• Provide proactive student support across classrooms, common areas, arrival and dismissal, and other campus activities to promote a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with the School Safety Officer, School Resource Officer (SRO), and school administration to support school safety initiatives, implement emergency procedures, and promote student well-being.

Expected Salary:

$21-$24 / Commensurate with experience & education

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

Experience with PreK-5 supervision that includes strategizing as appropriate in maintaining a safe and respectful campus.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This is a 10-month, OPS appointment.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Health Assessment Required:

No

Advertised: 12 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled