Social-Emotional Learning Technician - Sunrise Elementary School

JOB SUMMARY: Support the social-emotional growth of students in schools by fostering positive relationships and responding to students’ needs. Working under the supervision of licensed mental health staff, this role helps students build regulation skills, supports them during times of emotional distress, and contributes to a safe, inclusive school environment. The SEL Technician also plays an important role in tracking progress through consistent documentation and collaboration with the mental health team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines when working with student and family information
• High school diploma or equivalent
• No professional work experience required
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Ability to implement emotional regulation techniques
• Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students
• Understanding of and sensitivity to the experiences of students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal relations skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Mandatory biennial Crisis Prevention Intervention t