Climate and Culture Coordinator

Climate and Culture Coordinator

Position Overview:

The Climate and Culture Coordinator will lead districtwide efforts to ensure every student, staff member, parent, and community stakeholder feels valued, respected, and supported. This position is responsible for advancing equitable and inclusive policies, practices, and experiences across all schools. The coordinator will partner closely with school and district leadership to foster a culture of belonging, improve school climate, and strengthen community relationships that promote the success of all students.  This position will report to the Executive Director of Schools.

Key Responsibilities:

Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of districtwide equity and belonging initiatives.
• Analyze district policies, practices, and data to identify inequities and recommend evidence-based improvements.
• Support schools in implementing culturally responsive practices and in removing systemic barriers for historically marginalized student groups.

School Climate Leadership

• Develop a cohesive vision for positive school climate aligned with the district's mission and goals.
• Collaborate with building administrators to implement climate frameworks, restorative practices, and student-centered behavioral supports.
• Provide training and coaching to staff on trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally affirming practices.
• Serve as a member of the district and school level MTSS (multi-tiered systems of support) and PBIS (positive behavioral interventions and supports) teams.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a liaison to families, students, staff, and community partners around issues of culture, climate, equity, and inclusion.
• Facilitate listening sessions, focus groups, and collaborative problem-solving with stakeholders.
• Strengthen partnerships with community organizations supporting social emotional wellness, cultural representation, and student success.

Professional Development

• Design and deliver ongoing professional learning related to equity, inclusion, cultural responsiveness, restorative practices, and community building.
• Support administrators in developing staff capacity to create safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environments.

Data & Evaluation

• Oversee climate related data collection (e.g., surveys, discipline trends, belonging metrics) and use findings to inform decision-making.
• Oversee data collection related to discipline, emotional and mental health supports, and academic opportunity and benefits to identify any potential patterns of disproportionality.
• Support administrators in developing action plans to address any areas for improvement in data and evaluation findings.
• Provide regular reports to the Director of Schools on program outcomes and improvement strategies.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a member of the district equity team to lead and support climate and culture initiatives.
• Partner with district and school leaders to ensure alignment of equity and climate efforts.
• Support crisis response protocols involving matters of climate, culture, or community impact.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (master's degree preferred).
• Demonstrated experience working in K-12 public education.
• Proven expertise in equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives within an educational, governmental, or community-based setting.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across a school community.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with restorative practices and/or MTSS.
• Experience analyzing climate data.
• Experience creating and delivering professional development.

Position Classification:

• Act 93 employee group; exempt
• 260 days; minimum salary $105,000+ commensurate with experience and qualifications