Behavior Coach, Ridgewood

At Sage Alliance Schools, we support students in grades 512 through rigorous academics paired with therapeutic services. Guided by care, resilience, and community, we prepare students to thrive inside and outside the classroom. Join our team and empower students to succeed. As a Behavioral Coach at Sage Alliance, you will play a key role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students. The Behavior Coach is responsible for the supervision, safety and care of students.Through mentoring, role modeling, and guidance, you will help students build decision making skills, manage behaviors, and grow both academically and emotionally. What Youll Need Bachelors degree preferred in Psychology, Education or Behavioral Science or equivalent experience (i.e. BCBA)

Experience working with adolescents, ideally in an educational or behavioral setting

Knowledge of behavior modification techniques and mental health supports

Strong communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills

Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff

Ability to remain calm, responsive, and professional in high pressure situations

What Youll Do Perform non-violent crisis intervention techniques, including verbal and physical redirection, and guidance of potentially physically aggressive students

Provide students with guidance, support, and structure through mentoring and role modeling

Build strong, positive relationships with students while promoting respect, empathy, and accountability

Respond to behavioral concerns and help enforce school expectations

Support students in developing decision making and conflict resolution skills

Collaborate with school leadership and staff to maintain a safe environment

Document student behavior, communication, and incidents in a timely and accurate manner

Assist with referrals to outside services and support student needs as appropriate

Utilize de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques when necessary

Why Youll Love Working Here Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Sage Alliance Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at .