Job Summary

The Behavioural Specialist and Supervision Lead supports students’ behavioural, social-emotional, and personal development while ensuring consistent implementation of school-wide expectations and effective student supervision. The successful candidate will promote positive behaviour, restorative practices, student accountability, and emotional regulation within a safe, respectful, and inclusive Islamic learning setting. The role also coordinates and monitors supervision routines, supports staff in managing student behaviour, and contributes to the smooth daily operation of the school.

Key Responsibilities

- Support students in developing self-regulation, conflict-resolution, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Respond to behavioural incidents using restorative practices that promote accountability, reflection, relationship repair, and personal growth.
- Conduct student check-ins, facilitate restorative conversations, and provide individual or small-group behavioural support.
- Support the implementation of behaviour plans, student support strategies, and appropriate interventions in collaboration with teachers, parents, and school leadership.
- Document behavioural incidents, interventions, follow-up actions, and student progress in accordance with school procedures.
- Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding behavioural concerns, progress, and agreed-upon support strategies, in consultation with school leadership.
- Coach and support teachers and educational assistants in implementing consistent classroom management strategies, de-escalation techniques, and positive behaviour supports.




- Reinforce school-wide expectations aligned with Islamic values, respect, responsibility, integrity, and care for others.
- Coordinate and monitor daily supervision schedules, including arrival, recess, lunch, transitions, prayer times, dismissal, and school events.
- Ensure staff understand their assigned supervision duties and are present in designated areas before students arrive.
- Monitor active supervision practices, student movement, attendance, and safety during transitions and unstructured times.
- Provide reminders and communicate supervision adjustments to staff as needed.
- Identify supervision gaps, safety concerns, and recurring behavioural patterns, and report them to school leadership with recommendations for improvement.
- Support the consistent implementation of school safety procedures, emergency protocols, and student movement expectations.
- Collaborate with teachers, educational assistants, administration, and student support personnel to ensure a coordinated approach to student well-being and safety.
- Maintain confidentiality and accurate records while following school policies and applicable Alberta Education requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications and Experience





- A degree or diploma in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Behavioural Support, Education, or a related field.
- Experience supporting children and adolescents with behavioural, social-emotional, or self-regulation needs.
- Experience in school supervision, student behaviour management, restorative practices, or school operations.
- Strong knowledge of positive behaviour supports conflict resolution, de-escalation, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers, educational assistants, families, and school leadership.
- Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain calm, composed, and professional when responding to challenging situations.
- Understanding of inclusive education practices and the diverse needs of students.
- Commitment to the school’s Islamic values, student well-being, and academic excellence.
- A valid Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, as required.

Key Competencies

- Student-centred and relationship-focused approach.
- Strong leadership, organization, and follow-through.
- Consistent and fair application of school expectations.
- Effective communication and conflict resolution.
- Proactive supervision and risk awareness.
- Professional judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Commitment to accountability, restorative practices, and continuous improvement.

Pay: $18.82-$32.80 per hour

Benefits:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Behavioural Specialist and Supervision Lead (Edmonton)
🏢 Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Academy
📍 Edmonton