Graduation Coach

Caddo Parish Schools Job Description

Job Title: Graduation Coach

Prepared By: Sharon Burford and Kathy Gallant

Prepared Date: June 22, 2011

Approved By: Caddo Parish School Board

Approved Date: September 20, 2011

SUMMARY

Administers a program that provides support for students, faculty and administrators to decrease the number of students dropping out, increase graduation rates and improve post-secondary readiness through rigor, relevance and relationships in the Caddo Parish School System.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Identify students at-risk of dropping out per student achievement data, perception data, demographic data, and process data (review of EPAS, ACT, SAT, LEAP, EOC, IGP, and other pertinent data)
• Monitor behavior and attendance of at-risk students
• Assist in the completion of the Individual Graduation Plan and Areas of Concentration
• Provide teachers and students appropriate strategies for reducing behavior that put students at risk of not graduating from high school
• Analyze, develop, implement, and tracks intervention plans and strategies
• Work closely with teachers to improve instruction using research-based strategies
• Work in tandem with and support administrators and counselors
• Communicate frequently with parents regarding academic plan and performance
• Provide students information on alternative and advanced education opportunities (eg. Credit Recovery, Dual Enrollment Programs, Louisiana Virtual School, Hamilton Terrace PM School)
• Meet with students and a parent prior to a student’s dropping out to discuss consequences and alternatives
• Conduct individual and group counseling with at-risk students in areas of educational, career, or personal need
• Develop and maintain relationships with post-secondary institutions
• Monitor Job Skills/Work-based Opportunities
• Provide required reports to the district and state departments of education
• Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and file reports promptly
• Plan and develop professional development activities based on school needs
• Submit activity logs for approval by the principal
• Attend and participate in scheduled faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities
• Maintain confidentiality of students and student records
• Demonstrate punctuality, maintain regular attendance and make necessary arrangements for absences
• Encourage positive home/school communication
• Display belief in the capacity of all students to be successful
• Communicate personal enthusiasm and interact in a professional manner
• Engage in professional learning and growth activities provided the district and state departments of education.
• Make progress toward achieving objectives in the professional growth plan
• Prepare a self-evaluation as described in the Performance Evaluation Plan

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Masters degree and other requirements as stated in SDE Bulletin 746 (as revised). At least five (5)years of successful experience in education.

SKILL RELATED

Should satisfy Louisiana requirements for a secondary teaching certificate with additional certification in one of the following areas preferred: school counseling, leadership, supervision or administration. A minimum of (5) years experience teaching diverse learners and/or at-risk students. Ability to present professional development preferred.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with schools, staff, students, parents, and/or public.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to demonstrate an open and responsive attitude toward meeting the diverse needs of the caseload.
• Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control.
• Neat, well-groomed appearance.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

School Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

182 days