The Inclusion Support Coach provides proactive behavior management and crisis intervention to ensure students' full participation in program activities. They collaborate with leadership and families to implement individualized support plans and provide coaching to staff on classroom management.
Originally founded in 1991 [https://wearedream.org/our-history/] as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment [https://wearedream.org/our-whole-child-model/] to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools [https://wearedream.org/explore-our-schools/]—growing our organization’s impact [https://wearedream.org/explore-our-outcomes/] and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org [http://wearedream.org].
Reporting to the Dean of Student Life, the Inclusion Support Coach will be responsible for supporting youth and staff with crisis intervention and behavior management support, to support students’ full participation in all program activities.
The Inclusion Support Coach will work closely with the Dean of Student Life to directly support students requiring extra support. They should be able to monitor students and manage their continuous progress through data collection and observation and provide information, support and training to students in need.
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Location • DREAM Highbridge: 1162 River Ave, Bronx, NY, 10452
DREAM offers competitive compensation commensurate with relevant experience with the potential for a seasonal increase. The rate for this position for incoming staff is between $22 and $25 per hour, which is based on eligible experience.
Inclusion Support Coaches are eligible for annual compensation increases, in accordance with DREAM’s compensation practices.
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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion [https://wearedream.org/our-commitment-to-diversity-equity-inclusion/]
At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission.
From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.
Come dream with us [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzCZRwH9YiU].
DREAM Maxims [https://wearedream.org/our-mission-maxims/]
All Kids Can. This Kid Can.
DREAM is Family.
Fun is a Serious Value.
Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.
Fail. Persist. Exceed.
DREAM Big.
Applying to DREAM
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In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications.
We encourage all applications!
You may be just the person we need.
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DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.
A high school diploma or GED is required, while a bachelor's degree and ParaPro certification are preferred. Candidates must have experience working with K-8 youth, specifically those with behavioral challenges or special education needs.
Market context
In New York, inclusion support coach roles are typically in demand at schools serving K-8 students with behavioral and special education needs. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with classroom experience, a bachelor’s degree, and ParaPro certification, even when a high school diploma or GED meets the minimum requirement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to specific experience supporting behavior and inclusion.
