Des Moines Public Schools
Behavior Strategist
PayCompetitive
LocationDes Moines/Iowa
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: 8729
- Position Type:
'); 'Teaching - Elementary/ Behavior Strategist - Date Posted:
3/29/2024 - Location:
DOWNTOWN ELEMENTARY - Date Available:
Fall 2024 - Closing Date:
05/05/2024 - Enrollment in IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)--a defined benefit plan
- Single and Family Health Insurance at no cost to the employee during the first plan year of employment (July 1 - June 30). Premium cost is $600/year after that.
- Employees can earn up to $600/year via participation in the Healthy U program.
- Des Moines Public Schools Benefit Information: https://dmschools.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/DMPS-Benefits-Guide-FY-2023.pdf
- Des Moines Insurance plan information : Employee Benefits - Des Moines Public Schools (dmschools.org)
- Employees can earn up to $600/year via participation in the Healthy U program.
- Des Moines Public Schools Benefit Information: https://dmschools.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/DMPS-Benefits-Guide-FY-2023.pdf
- Des Moines Insurance plan information : Employee Benefits - Des Moines Public Schools (dmschools.org)
- Current monthly premiums paid by the district for eligible employees:
- 23-24 Teacher Salaries All Calendars.pdf
- Behavior Strategist Des Moines Public Schools is seeking a Behavior Strategist.
- Enrollment in IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System)--a defined benefit plan
- Single and Family Health Insurance at no cost to the employee during the first plan year of employment (July 1 - June 30). Premium cost is $600/year after that.
- Employees can earn up to $600/year via participation in the Healthy U program.
- Des Moines Public Schools Benefit Information: https://dmschools.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/DMPS-Benefits-Guide-FY-2023.pdf
- Des Moines Insurance plan information : Employee Benefits - Des Moines Public Schools (dmschools.org)
- Current monthly premiums paid by the district for eligible employees:
Job Summary :
To assist building administration in the implement a school-wide system of tiered interventions for behavior by providing direct service to staff and students to improve student behavior and overall student outcomes. The Behavior Strategist will provide individual interventions for students, professional development and consultation for staff, and leadership support to building administration. This position will establish rapport with students, staff, parents and community to ensure the success of all students.
Successful candidates for this position will possess:
Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for grade levels), or Statement of Professional Recognition
Minimum of three years of teaching experience (or educational setting experience for a Statement of Professional Recognition)
Highly Qualified Candidates for the position will possess:
Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field
Experience working with students who exhibit chronic behavior concerns.
Experience planning and delivering professional development.
Experience working with diverse, urban, high-need students.
Please see attached job descripton for further information on functions of the position along with educational and experience requirements.
Position Details:
Contract days vary by assignment
7.75 hours
Salary schedule attached
Candidates offered employment will be compensated based on skills, work experience and education.
Des Moines Public Schools offers a generous benefits package including:
IPERSPlan Single Emp+1 Family Alliance Select 801.16 1,573.32 2,537.50 Blue Access 771.48 1,516.72 2,447.28 Delta Dental 34.88 N/A 89.84 Vision (VSP) 12.70 N/A 12.70
3. Single Dental insurance at no cost to the employee. Family Dental Insurance with a minimal monthly cost ($50 per month for most employees).
4. Family Vision Insurance at no cost to the employee for eligible employees. Not all employee groups are eligible.
To prospective employees, we invite you to come here. You will form bonds here, grow here, learn new skills here, and achieve here. But most of all, you will become here. Find out more about Becoming "The Best You" Here at Des Moines Public Schools.
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About the company
The Des Moines Independent Community School District is the largest public school district in Iowa.