Common use of Behavior Management Clause in Contracts

Behavior Management. It is the responsibility of the Employer, through its leadership team and appropriate personnel to design and implement a consistent, comprehensive plan for managing the support of student behavior. In creating inclusive, comprehensive approaches to student discipline and behavior management, the leadership team, in consultation with faculty and support professionals engaged in the day-to-day education of the students, will make decisions informed by effective, strategic decision-making practices. The scope of these decisions will include but are not limited to: school-wide and classroom positive behavior supports, mental wellness approaches, social skills development, multi-tiered systems of support, fostering positive school climate, restorative practices that target the needs of individual students, and collaboration between leadership team and student support professionals in designing school specific student discipline and behavior management plans. MSD bargaining unit employees will be offered professional development on the particulars of the plan and effective behavior and classroom management that fosters a positive student climate and learning. The plan will include the response levels and interventions as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. The professional development will be offered on a yearly basis along with any updates. After receiving professional development, the unit members are expected to utilize appropriate positive behavior management skills. Unit members who are in need of additional support with implementing positive behavior management strategies shall receive assistance and support from appropriate personnel.