Application Deadline: August 17, 2026

LOCATION:

Whitmore Lake Elementary School

SALARY AND SCHEDULE

Full-time

190 days

Starting at $42,000 and increasing with experience

WHAT WE NEED:

We’re looking for a compassionate, relationship-driven professional to help elementary students develop the social-emotional skills they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This position partners with teachers to provide classroom lessons, small group instruction and individualized support while promoting a positive, inclusive school culture. This role will also assist with grant-supported programming and documentation to enhance services for at-risk learners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student Support

Build trusting relationships with students who would benefit from additional encouragement and support.
Provide short-term one-on-one check-ins to help students develop coping, communication, and self-regulation skills.
Assist with behavior intervention plans
Support successful transitions throughout the school day for students and social-emotional or behavioral needs.
Facilitate small groups focused on social skills development.
Provide direct SEL instruction across grade levels.

Collaboration

Support and partner with classroom teachers to reinforce social-emotional learning
Collaborate with the school social worker, special education staff, and administration to implement student support plans.
Communicate with families regarding student growth and strategies, as appropriate
Participate in MTSS and student support meetings.

School Culture

Foster a welcoming school environment where every student feels safe, valued and connected.
Support schoolwide initiatives that promote kindness, inclusion, positive behavior, and belonging.
Assist with restorative conversations and conflict resolution when appropriate.

WHAT YOU NEED

Bachelor’s degree required (social work, education, social sciences, or related field preferred).
Experience working with elementary-aged children in a school, childcare, youth organization, or related setting.
Demonstrated ability to build rapport with students with individual learning plans and students from diverse backgrounds.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
A passion for supporting student success and ensuring all students feel welcome and valued.

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Competitive salary structure

Customized retirement plan options

Excellent compensation package including up to full-family health coverage with long-term disability, medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Health Insurance Opt-Out Cash Bonus

Childcare tuition discount

Professional development, career growth, and promotion opportunities

Small school with a positive school culture built on support and collaboration

Whitmore Lake Public Schools, 8845 Main Street, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, physical handicap, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, political belief or age in admission, treatment or participation in its programs, services and activities or in employment. For further information about this policy, contact the Superintendent's Office, 8845 Main St., Whitmore Lake, MI 734-449-4461

Social Emotional Learning Specialist