Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

AFIA is seeking a Student Support Coach to begin working as soon as possible. However, candidates are welcome to apply for a August 1, 2026 start date. Please specify your available start date in your materials.

The Student Support Coach works directly with students to support their social-emotional development, behavioral growth, and academic engagement. This role focuses on coaching students in developing self-regulation, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making skills.

The Student Support Coach provides targeted support to students receiving Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within the schools Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. This position collaborates closely with teachers, families, and the Student Support Team to ensure students receive consistent, restorative, and relationship-centered support that promotes success in the classroom and across the school community.

The Academy for Integrated Arts is a public charter school committed to educating the whole child through arts integration, strong relationships, and high academic expectations.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of student success plans for students receiving Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within the MTSS framework
  
• Coach students in developing self-regulation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills
  
• Guide students in reflecting on choices, accepting responsibility for actions, repairing harm, and creating plans for restoration and future success
  
• Work directly with students individually and in small groups to support social-emotional skill development and positive behavioral outcomes
  
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to address behavioral, emotional, and social needs that impact student learning
  
• Monitor student progress related to behavioral, emotional, and mental health concerns and communicate updates with the Student Support Team
  
• Build strong partnerships with families and engage parents/guardians as partners in supporting student growth and success
  
• Reinforce school-wide expectations and provide real-time coaching and positive reinforcement across school settings (e.g., Student Success Center, playground, hallways, cafeteria, dismissal)
  
• Maintain accurate student documentation and records (e.g., incident reports, student success plans, behavior documentation)
  
• Collaborate with the Student Support Team to review student data and determine appropriate supports and next steps

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

Successful Student Support Coaches:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with students while maintaining high expectations
  
• Remain calm, patient, and solution-oriented when supporting students through challenging moments
  
• Use restorative and relationship-centered approaches to guide student reflection and growth
  
• Consistently reinforce positive behavior and help students develop the skills needed to regulate emotions and solve problems
  
• Work collaboratively with teachers, families, and the Student Support Team to ensure students receive consistent support
  
• Believe deeply in the potential of every child and remain committed to helping students grow academically, socially, and emotional

Who Thrives in This Role

This role is a strong fit for individuals who:

• Enjoy working directly with students and building meaningful relationships
  
• Are passionate about supporting students social-emotional development and behavioral growth
  
• Are flexible, patient, consistent, and able to remain steady during challenging situation
  
• Believe in restorative approaches and teaching students skills rather than relying solely on consequence
  
• Are collaborative and communicate effectively with teachers, families, and colleagues
  
• Find purpose in helping students develop the skills needed to be successful both in school and in life

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credit hours
  
• Experience working with children or youth in a school or youth-serving setting
  
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
  
• Ability and experience in supporting students in developing self-regulation and problem-solving skills
  
• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work, Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
  
• Experience supporting students within an MTSS
• Knowledge of or experience with restorative practices in schools
  
• Experience supporting student social-emotional learning and behavior development
  
• Previous training with Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
  
• Familiarity with Conscious Discipline, Responsive Classroom, or similar relationship-centered practices

Additional Information

• Compensation:Commensurate with experience
  
• Please reach out to Executive Director, Tricia DeGraff (tricia.degraff@afiakc.org) with questions

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