Student Support Specialist [188]

Start Date: October 2026

Schedule: Monday and Friday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Job Type: Parttime, hourly, 10-months

Location: P.S. 188 Michael E. Berdy, 3314 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Organization Overview

Replications, Inc. is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to replicating and implementing high-impact educational models that foster student success and community engagement. Our vision is that every child in every community has access to a dynamic and joyful public school that empowers them to thrive. We partner with schools to provide comprehensive support services to drive student academic achievement and social-emotional development. To learn more about Replications, visit www.replications.org.

Why Join Replications, Inc.?

This is your chance to contribute directly to an organization committed to transforming public education and empowering communities.

Position Overview

Replications, Inc. is seeking a passionate and skilled Student Support Specialist to provide social-emotional support and targeted interventions that help improve student behavior and attendance. Reporting to the Community School Director, the Specialist will work collaboratively with social workers, counselors, and wellness professionals to ensure cohesive and aligned interventions. This role is ideal for an experienced professional committed to supporting students in grades K–5 within a school setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong, supportive relationships with students and their families
• Guide students through social and emotional learning activities to foster personal growth
• Participate in advisory groups, as appropriate, to support student needs
• Organize and lead student support groups and student interest lunch club
• Advocate for students and connect them and their families with essential resources
• Assist students in developing effective strategies to manage behavior
• Support students in creating plans to improve attendance and engagement
• Help students establish and achieve educational and career goals
• Provide targeted attendance support, including wake-up calls, incentives, and follow-ups
• Offer constructive, compassionate feedback to encourage student success
• Celebrate student achievements and milestone
• Actively seeks opportunities to better support students and their families
• Manage the school's Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) store
• Support 3K and Pre-K extended program

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Energetic and passionate about working with students and families
• Enjoys engaging with children and building positive family partnerships
• Experienced in implementing age-appropriate and developmentally sound behavior and attendance interventions
• Skilled in designing and delivering SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) activities and strategies
• Deeply committed to education, equity, and supporting diverse communities
• Reflective and thoughtful about learning processes and behavior modification strategies

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• DOE Fingerprinted

Pay and Benefits

• $25-33/hour
• Sick and Safe Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Replications, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from historically underrepresented communities.