Caleb Houppert
Syracuse,USA
Summary
Dedicated student support professional with extensive experience working with diverse student populations in urban school settings. Proven success in promoting positive behavior, mentoring youth with emotional and behavioral challenges, and partnering with teachers and families to create safe, supportive learning environments. Skilled in behavior coaching, restorative practices, and implementing evidence-based interventions like the PAX Good Behavior Game to help students develop self-regulation, resilience, and academic focus.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Coach – PAX Partner (SCSD Partner)
Contact Community Services
Syracuse, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Coached Syracuse City School District teachers in implementing the PAX Good Behavior Game to promote student self-regulation, focus, and cooperation.
- Modeled behavior strategies and provided individualized feedback to help educators create structured, inclusive classrooms.
- Built relationships with students and school staff from diverse backgrounds to support long-term behavioral change.
- Partnered with administrators and school teams to foster positive school culture and implement data-informed practices.
Youth SAP Counselor
Mountain View Prevention Services
Lowville, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Delivered one-on-one counseling to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or family-related challenges.
- Mentored youth coping with trauma and home instability due to substance abuse, promoting resilience and goal-setting.
- Facilitated group lessons on social-emotional learning, conflict resolution, and healthy choices.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create individualized student behavior plans.
- Earned certifications in mandated reporting and science of addiction and recovery.
Assistant Director of Youth Coalition
Mountain View Prevention Services
Lowville, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted in leading substance abuse prevention programming for youth across schools and the local community.
- Organized outreach events to promote healthy decision-making and reduce risky behavior among students.
- Built partnerships with educators and community stakeholders to increase student access to resources and education.
Substitute Teacher
Watertown City School District
Watertown, NY
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed classroom instruction and behavior in the absence of regular teachers across grade levels.
- Maintained a supportive, structured learning environment while quickly building rapport with students.
- Reinforced behavioral expectations aligned with school policies and teacher guidelines.
Restaurant/Bar Manager
The Anchor Bar
Sackets Harbor, NY
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Managed hiring, scheduling, and daily operations in a fast-paced customer service environment.
- Developed communication, multitasking, and crisis management skills while interacting with guests and staff of all ages.
- Built leadership skills that transferred effectively to educational and youth support settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Keuka College
Penn Yan, NY05.2015
Skills
- Positive Behavior Supports (PAX GBG)
- Student Mentorship & Counseling
- Restorative Practices & De-escalation
- Trauma-Informed & SEL Practices
- Crisis Response & Classroom Management
- Collaboration with Families, Teachers, and Administrators
- Equity & Cultural Responsiveness
- Mandated Reportor
- Science of Addiction & Recovery – Certified
Timeline
Behavioral Coach – PAX Partner (SCSD Partner)
Contact Community Services
01.2019 - Current
Youth SAP Counselor
Mountain View Prevention Services
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Director of Youth Coalition
Mountain View Prevention Services
01.2017 - 01.2019
Substitute Teacher
Watertown City School District
01.2017 - 01.2019
Restaurant/Bar Manager
The Anchor Bar
01.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science -
Keuka College