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Fall River Public Schools

SEL Liaison

Fall River, MA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

The SEL Liaison uses a variety of approaches to teach students social and emotional skills. They work with students to learn how to identify emotions and to apply knowledge, attitudes, and skills to ...

Fall River Public Schools

SEL Liaison

Fall River, MA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

The SEL Liaison uses a variety of approaches to teach students social and emotional skills. They work with students to learn how to identify emotions and to apply knowledge, attitudes, and skills to ...

Fall River Public Schools

SEL Liaison

Fall River, MA · On-site

$52K - $70K/yr

The SEL Liaison uses a variety of approaches to teach students social and emotional skills. They work with students to learn how to identify emotions and to apply knowledge, attitudes, and skills to ...

Josselyn

SEL Consultant

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Job Summary SEL Consultant is responsible for providing school-based interventions for about 30 ... Consultant will coordinate progress and data with school admin and teachers to act as a thought ...

NEW YORK EDGE, INC

Jr Leadership SEL Coach

Queens, NY · On-site

Coaches collaborate with program staff, teachers, families, and certified clinicians to connect students to the right supports. Duties & Responsibilities * Assessment. Administer SEL pre- and post ...

NEW YORK EDGE, INC

Jr Leadership SEL Coach

Bronx, NY · On-site

Coaches collaborate with program staff, teachers, families, and certified clinicians to connect students to the right supports. Duties & Responsibilities * Assessment. Administer SEL pre- and post ...

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What is a SEL teacher?

SEL teachers are educators who specialize in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), which focuses on helping students develop important life skills such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. These teachers create lessons and activities that foster emotional intelligence, empathy, and positive behavior in the classroom. SEL teachers work with students individually or in groups and often collaborate with other educators to integrate SEL practices throughout the school. Their goal is to support students' emotional well-being and help them succeed both academically and socially.

How does a SEL teacher typically collaborate with other educators and staff to support students’ social-emotional development?

SEL Teachers frequently work alongside classroom teachers, counselors, and administrators to integrate social-emotional learning into the broader school curriculum. Collaboration often involves co-planning lessons, sharing strategies for addressing student behavior, and offering professional development to staff. Regular meetings with grade-level teams help ensure that SEL principles are consistently applied and tailored to the diverse needs of students. This teamwork fosters a supportive school climate and maximizes the impact of SEL initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a SEL teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SEL Teacher, you need a background in education or counseling, knowledge of SEL frameworks, and often a teaching or counseling certification. Familiarity with SEL curricula, assessment tools, and learning management systems is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, cultural competence, and strong communication set outstanding SEL Teachers apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial to effectively foster students' social-emotional growth and create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment.

What is the difference between Sel Teacher vs Special Education Teacher?

AspectSel TeacherSpecial Education Teacher
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, certification in SEL or related fieldBachelor's degree, state certification in special education
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, schools focusing on social-emotional learningSpecial education classrooms, resource rooms, inclusive settings
Employer & IndustryPublic/private schools, educational organizationsPublic/private schools, special education agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Sel Teachers focus on social-emotional learning skills, while Special Education Teachers support students with disabilities. Both roles require relevant certifications and work within educational settings, but their primary focus and training differ. Sel Teachers promote emotional well-being, whereas Special Education Teachers provide specialized academic support.

What does a social-emotional learning teacher do?

A social-emotional learning (SEL) teacher helps students develop skills such as self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and responsible decision-making. They design and implement lessons that promote emotional well-being, conflict resolution, and positive social interactions, often working in collaboration with school counselors and educators. SEL teachers may use specific curricula and require strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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SEL Liaison

Fall River, MA • On-site

Fall River Public Schools
Elementary and Secondary Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$52K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Student Support Services/SEL Liaison
Date Posted:
8/28/2026
Location:
Carlton Viveiros Elementary School
The Superintendent of Schools announces the following position within the Fall River Public School System:
Position: SEL Liaison
POSITION SUMMARY: Fall River Public Schools is seeking SEL Liaison to work alongside the School Adjustment Counselors as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support students. The SEL Liaison uses a variety of approaches to teach students social and emotional skills. They work with students to learn how to identify emotions and to apply knowledge, attitudes, and skills to understand and manage emotions.
Qualifications
  • Must have experience and demonstrated ability to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges
  • Must be able to coordinate with and work as a member of a team that includes special and general educators, other building staff, related service personnel, clinicians and families
  • Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
  • Bilingual preferred

The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee.
Performance Responsibilities
  • Proactively supports student SEL needs via observations, staff collaboration, coordination of success planning
  • Supports the Implementation of behavior management/Social Emotional plans as written
  • Collects and analyzes student data to inform plan adjustment
  • Assists with crisis management plans, including physical management, and any other supportive plans per behavior management protocols when required
  • Establishes emotionally supportive rapport with students
  • Provides support to students in both general and special education classes as needed and determined by SEL team.
  • Triage behaviors to determine level of support needed
  • Facilitates student support groups
  • Works closely with the SAC', teachers and administration to support student SEL needs
  • Collect and analyze student data and document student's progress to provide concrete feedback to student and family regarding SEL needs
  • Observe students in an academic and unstructured settings to better understand the student's SEL needs
  • Participates in weekly or bi-weekly clinical team meetings or SEL meetings to discuss student success with the school based SEL team.
  • Provide coaching, goal setting, social skill instruction, restorative conferencing, & problem solving
  • Complete other duties as needed to support SEL

Reports to: Building Principal
Terms of Employment: In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association Unit B contract. Salary ranges from $52,093-$70,109, Step 1-Step 12, Bachelor's - Master's Degree.
The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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