Behavioral Student Advocate (0.5 FTE) - Lindale Middle School

Join our team at Anne Arundel County Public Schools as a Behavioral Student Advocate and make a positive impact on the lives of students!

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate individual to fill the role of Behavioral Student Advocate at Lindale Middle School. As a key member of our school community, you will play a critical role in maintaining a safe and orderly environment, supporting students, teachers, and administrators, and promoting positive student behavior.

Job Summary

The Behavioral Student Advocate will perform school-based duties to support the goal of maintaining a safe and orderly environment. This includes assisting the administration, guidance, and teaching staff with student-teacher and student-student conflicts, monitoring student activities, and intervening as needed to deescalate student disruptions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor areas outside classrooms, including hallways, bathrooms, cafeteria, parking lots, and outside areas
• Assist teachers and administration in maintaining traffic flow in the building
• Participate in behavior modification activities and peer mediations
• Communicate with student families through conferences and phone calls
• Monitor improvements in student performance and provide positive feedback
• Support students in adhering to the Code of Student Conduct
• Escort students to and from classrooms as needed
• Assist administration in gathering information for investigations
• Participate in planning activities with other staff

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required
• Ability to develop rapport with young people and deescalate aggressive behaviors
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise patience, courtesy, and good judgment when working with students, teachers, administrators, and parents
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Professional development and training opportunities

Are you ready to join our team and make a difference? Apply now to become a Behavioral Student Advocate at Lindale Middle School!

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