Behavior Officer

**Position Title**: Behavior Officer
**Location**: Diyar Private Academy, Fujairah
**Reports To**: School Principal

Overview:
Diyar Private Academy in Fujairah is seeking a dedicated and experienced Behavior Officer to join our team. The Behavior Officer will be responsible for promoting positive behavior, addressing behavioral issues, and fostering a safe and supportive school environment. This role involves working closely with students, staff, and parents to implement effective behavior management strategies and support the overall well-being of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

- **Behavior Management**:

- Develop and implement behavior management plans and strategies to address student behavioral issues.
- Monitor student behavior and intervene when necessary to prevent and address disciplinary problems.
- Provide guidance and support to teachers in managing classroom behavior effectively.
- **Student Support**:

- Work directly with students to provide counseling and support for behavioral and emotional challenges.
- Develop individualized behavior intervention plans for students with persistent behavioral issues.
- Conduct one-on-one and group sessions to teach social skills, conflict resolution, and anger management.
- **Collaboration and Communication**:

- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other school staff to create a positive school culture.
- Communicate with parents and guardians to inform them of their child's behavior and involve them in behavior improvement plans.
- Coordinate with external agencies and professionals as needed to support student behavior and well-being.
- **Record Keeping and Reporting**:

- Maintain accurate records of student behavior incidents and interventions.
- Prepare and present reports on behavior trends and the effectiveness of behavior management strategies.
- Ensure compliance with school policies and relevant regulations regarding student behavior.
- **Professional Development**:

- Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in behavior management and student support.
- Provide training and professional development opportunities for teachers and staff on behavior management techniques.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in behavior management or a similar role in an educational setting.
- Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, behavior management techniques, and counseling methods.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, parents, and staff.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Personal Attributes:

- Empathetic and patient with a genuine interest in supporting student well-being.
- Proactive and solution-oriented approach to managing behavioral issues.
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
- Culturally sensitive and aware of the diverse backgrounds of students and staff.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- Behavior Officer: 2 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- Arabic (preferred)