Spring Branch Independent School District
Job Description
Responsive Services Coach
Job Title:
Responsive Services Coach
Reports To:
Coordinator, System of Care
Classification:
Professional
Salary:
See Compensation Plan for Administrative/Professional Pay Plan, Pay Grade 104
Contract:
Probationary/Term
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for district-wide responsive support services for at-risk students to increase their ability to effectively engage and accomplish their educational goals
Qualifications/Skills:
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Valid Texas Teacher Certificate or Teaching Certificate from out of state appropriate for position
- Certification must meet requirements for becoming and remaining qualified for this position in a manner required by Federal and/or State law
Experience:
- Minimum of three (5) years teaching experience.
- Elementary and Secondary teaching experience preferred
- Instructional coaching experience preferred.
- MANDT Certification and any other district approved de-escalation training
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Exceptional knowledge in the use of technology to report changes in student outcomes and research- based strategies
- Demonstrated ability to plan and evaluate strategies for improving learner engagement
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with diverse populations
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to collaborate cohesively with teachers, administrators, and the interdisciplinary team
- Ability to use technology to increase at-risk student achievement and teacher efficacy through the use of platforms such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Major Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsive Teacher Supports:-
To provide effective support, feedback, and intensive group and individual professional learning to coach staff on how to improve at-risk student achievement.
- Ability to analyze data and use it to inform staff across the system on how teacher in the instructional support of at-risk students with emotional regulation problems.
- To implement teacher and support staff coaching models to improve classroom practice and at-risk student learning
- Use data and assessment information to provide targeted feedback to teachers who require additional support with classroom management by discussing possible research-validated interventions that will assist the teacher in addressing at-risk student needs.
- Model behavioral strategies and encourage teachers by using a wide variety of coaching methods including gradual release, co-planning, modeling, side-by-side coaching, and video reflection.
- Travels to school sites as required for the purpose of performing district-wide services
At-Risk Student Intervention:
- Use of expert knowledge of function-based intervention planning for developing behavior change strategies for at-risk students that focus on reducing problem behavior and increasing more appropriate behavior
- Use of expert knowledge and support of techniques needed to successfully address the various functions of behavior with function –based interventions, and informal behavior plans
- Use of expert knowledge and support in research-based implementation of at-risk student behavioral strategies
- Direct supervision of at-risk students to ensure a safe, non-threatening, nurturing environment whin which all students can thrive.
- Assist with de-escalating student behaviors and reintegrating students back into the classroom
- Facilitation of professional development to increase knowledge and skills regarding positive student behavior support for all students, at-risk students and students who represent sub-group populations.
System-wide Collaboration:
- Collaborate with core academic and special services personnel to improve the quality of child outcomes by planning and developing sound behavioral strategies for continuous improvement.
- Provide regular professional development to teachers through observation feedback, behavior- management feedback, coaching meetings, and professional development workshops
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues and campus staff members that support the vision and mission of the Responsive Services Team in SBISD.
- Support multiple campuses district-wide with campus culture and climate adjustments to ensure a safe and productive learning environment for all
- Maintain data-based documentation for continuous monitoring of student performance and progress
- Use of assessment tools such as: frequency charting, duration charting, time sampling, and interval observations
Professional Growth and Development:
- Pursue in-service or professional growth opportunities offering potential for expanding knowledge in at-risk student intervention and support, and teacher classroom ecosystem empowerment coaching
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills; remain current and comply with state, federal, school and district regulations and policies
- Attend and participate in meetings relevant to this position.
Other:
- Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory
Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:
Computer, ACTIV board, copy machine and audio-visual machines.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands:
- Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Work with frequent interruptions.
- Work extended hours when needed.
- This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public
Physical Demands:
- Repetitive hand motions
- Prolonged use of the computer
- Regular engagement with students with emotional challenges and aggressive behavior
Application Procedure:
Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at
https://www.springbranchisd.com/join-our-team/applicants.
Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.