MUNDO VERDE BILINGUAL PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$20 - $24 / HOUR
Support students with disciplinary responses using restorative practices and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe learning environment. Collaborate with staff and families to facilitate restorative conversations and develop student self-regulation skills.
Requires an Associate's degree or 48 college credits and at least one year of experience working with children aged 3-12. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish with knowledge of restorative justice and trauma-informed practices.
The Restorative Practices Associate is a campus base position and is responsible for supporting students with the disciplinary response of Mundo Verde with restoration, which can include temporary removal from class and safe restraint. This position assists the teachers and staff with de-escalation and restorative practices. The Restorative Practices Associate provides assistance in supporting children in crisis and can support students with behaviors that must be addressed outside of the classroom. Reports To: The Restorative Practices Associate is supervised by one of the campus principals. Responsibilities and Duties: Behavior Support Respond to student behavioral incidents using restorative approaches whenever possible. De-escalate challenging situations while maintaining student dignity. Assist administrators and teachers with behavior interventions. Collaboration Collaborate with classroom teachers, social workers, special education staff, instructional assistants, and administrators to support student success. Communicate with families regarding restorative processes when requested by school leadership. Partner with staff to create consistent behavior expectations across the school. Student Support Build positive relationships with students and serve as a trusted adult. Facilitate restorative conversations, circles, and conferences to address conflict and repair harm. Support students in developing self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Provide proactive behavioral support to students in classrooms, hallways, recess, lunch, arrival, and dismissal. Conduct check-ins and check-outs with students identified for additional behavioral or social-emotional support plans. Monitor student progress and collaborate on behavior intervention plans. Restorative Practices Lead community-building circles in classrooms and small groups. Teach restorative language and practices to students. Promote accountability by helping students reflect on their actions and make amends when appropriate. Support reintegration meetings for students returning from suspension or extended absences. Other Attend and participate in team meetings Meet regularly with supervisor to evaluate progress, growth and performance using Mundo Verde’s evaluation process Establish contact and build a trusting relationship with families, staff, and school personnel Complete administrative duties as needed, such as target population tracking, data entry, filing, observation and reporting Support school safety by assisting with student arrival and dismissal procedures Other duties as assigned Other Job Details Schedule: 8 hour day starting at 8am.
Market context
In the District of Columbia, Restorative Practices Associate roles are often tied to school climate, student support, and behavior intervention needs, so demand tends to follow districts’ focus on restorative and trauma-informed approaches. This role is competitive because it requires an associate’s degree or 48 college credits, experience with children ages 3–12, bilingual English-Spanish skills, and knowledge of restorative justice. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with young children and bilingual support in your application.
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