Equitas Academy prepares students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspires them to be champions of equity. We currently serve over 2,000 students and four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles.
The Director of Student Well-Being & Advocacy provides strategic leadership to design, implement, and continuously improve a coherent, equitable system of tiered behavioral and social-emotional supports grounded in Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and restorative practices. This role ensures that Tier 1 Universal Supports, Tier 2 targeted interventions, and Tier 3 intensive supports work together to promote positive school climate, student well-being, and inclusive learning environments.The Director partners closely with school leaders, student support teams, and the network department to align behavior systems with equity goals, strengthen relationships, and reduce exclusionary discipline practices.
The Director of Student Well-Being & Advocacy reports to the Managing Director of Student and Family Services.
This is a grant-funded position with an anticipated end date of June 2028.