UACS Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Coach
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Posted Job Title
UACS Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Coach
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
Founded in 1992, the Barbara and Edward Netter Center for Community
Partnerships is the University's primary vehicle for advancing
civic and community engagement at Penn. It brings together the
resources and assets of both the University and the wider community
to help solve universal problems such as poverty, health
inequities, environmental sustainability, and inadequate, unequal
education as they are manifested in the University's local
geographic area of West Philadelphia and Philadelphia at large. The
Netter Center develops and helps implement democratic, mutually
transformative, place-based partnerships between Penn and West
Philadelphia that advance research, teaching, learning, practice,
and service and improve the quality of life on campus and in the
community. The Netter Center works with and serves as a model for
other higher education institutions across the United States and
around the world.
The Netter Center's university-assisted community schools (UACS) is
a strategy to educate, engage, empower, and serve all members of
the community in which the school is located and engage students
(K-16+) in real world, community problem solving. UACS collaborates
with partners to advance teaching, research, learning and service,
as well as the civic development of their students.
Job Description
The Netter Center for Community Partnerships is currently seeking
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Coaches to lead the coordination
and implementation of SEL curriculum and activities for students
enrolled in UACS after school programming. The position reports to
the UACS site director at the program site. The position may also
receive some technical assistance from other Program
Directors.
The specific responsibilities of UACS Social-Emotional Learning
(SEL) Coach include:
• Design/develop SEL lessons using evidence-based SEL
curriculum
• Implement SEL curriculum to students across all grade levels
(K-8) in small and large groups
• Help site-based team members integrate SEL and trauma-informed
strategies into after school enrichment activities
• Support students one-on-one and in small groups based on
need
• Attend training and professional development as
required
Qualifications:
High school degree required, plus at least 1-3 years of experience
working with school-age children. Experience in K-8 urban
educational settings is required. After school experience
preferred. Strong candidates will have experience in facilitating
successful youth development programs. Must possess a track record
of successful collaboration and communication, and be organized,
dependable, flexible and seeking to grow and improve.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Necessary or preferable skills
• Dependability
• Curriculum development experience
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Background/expertise in fields related to behavioral health,
social-emotional learning, counseling, social work, trauma-informed
care, or mental health
Department / School
School of Arts and Sciences
Pay Range
$7.25 - $20.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications,
experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the
requirements of the position, as well as internal and market
factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis
of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,
creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age,
disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected
class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is
made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the
requireme
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Posted: Aug. 19, 2024, 7:14 p.m.
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