School Security Monitor

About KIPP MIAMI

Founded in 2018, more than 1,230 students from Greater Miami are educated and inspired today in KIPP Miami classrooms. KIPP Miami is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national nonprofit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle and high school students. KIPP has a 25-year track record of preparing students for success in college and life. KIPP Miami educates students in grades K-4 at KIPP Royalty Academy and middle school students at KIPP Courage Academy. 

KIPP Miami is proud to partner with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Miami Dade College, Girls Inc., Black Men Build, the Urban League’s We Rise Liberty City Initiative, the Miami Marlins Foundation, and Bridge to Hope to bring additional education options to our community. Students also benefit from partnerships with Barry University, the YMCA and Paschal Pediatrics, which provides health services to students through our school clinic. To learn more, visit www.kippmiami.org

Here's what you need to know:

Security Monitors are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The security team plays a critical role in the school’s culture  and climate. A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team. Security personnel actively engage in  supporting students for them to be successful in the classroom and school community. The role of a security officer is physically demanding as  they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the campus comprehensive security plan; maintain an  orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor. 
• Actively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff,  and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by  the safety risk 
• Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps 
• Patrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons. If needed, redirect or escort  from property 
• Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Lead Dean or administration in a timely fashion • Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports 
• Produce and deliver reports to show progress against key metrics 
• Monitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors  access the school 
• Actively participate in professional development training to ensure ongoing growth and to advance skills • As assigned, monitor the student entry, lunches and dismissal process to ensure safety 
• Build positive and professional relationships with students and leverage those relationships to establish and  maintain productive and safe learning environments and common areas of the building 
• Exercise dignity and respect when interacting with students, staff and families at all times 
• Lead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate student behaviors and assist students with maximizing their time on  task in classrooms 
• Serve as a primary participant in emergency response during crisis situations including but not limited to fire,  tornado and active shooter incidents

 As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above essential duties and responsibilities.

SKILLS ABILITIES

• High school diploma or GED required 
• A minimum of 2-3 years of highly successful related experience 
• Actively patrolling school property is critical in securing the building and maintaining a safe environment for  students and staff. Applicants must be able to walk or stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and  quickly ascend/descend stairs. 
• Knowledge of basic methods of providing site security and safety 
• Solid attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work with small children or adolescents in maintaining a positive and safe school culture • Ability to read and adhere to written and oral instructions 
• Proficient with teamwork and collaborating with colleagues and administration 
• Exhibit passion and the ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive  outlook and forward looking perspective 
• Possess an attuned appreciation for cultural awareness and competency and a staunch commitment to  continuously develop insight and proficiencies related to such matters 
• Takes personal responsibility for mistakes and learns from them, while consistently following up with analysis  and corrective action 
• Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced environments and to multi-task 
• Sound judgment and ethical practice 
• Commitment to social justice and restorative justice practices 
• Strong oral communication skills, human relations, and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to write incident reports

Must Haves:

• High school diploma or GED required 
• A minimum of 2-3 years of highly successful related experience

Nice to Haves:

• Meeting school’s expectation for school-wide average attendance 
• Meeting school’s expectation for reduction in serious misconducts 
• Stakeholder perception of a safe school climate and culture

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: 

• Walking and standing for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to climb, twist, stoop, bend, and reach (over shoulders, at waist and below waist), grasp, and occasionally run or  climb/descend stairs in response to emergency conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

KIPP Miami offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, competitive 403(B) plan.

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