What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Coach- Syracuse area position at Contact Community Services?
Position Title:
PAX GBG Partner Location:
Main Office/Program Site(s) Date:
August 2025
Reporting Relationship(s):
Position reports to the PAX Program Manager FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt
General Summary
The PAX GBG Partner plays a vital role in the success of the PAX program in both the classroom and community-based efforts This individual will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and overseeing the implementation, fidelity, and evaluation of the PAX Good Behavior Game (GBG) in one or more school settings. Working closely with teachers and school staff, they ensure consistent alignment with program objectives. Key responsibilities include conducting classroom observations, assessing the presence of core implementation strategies, offering constructive and encouraging feedback, and reinforcing progress through recognition of incremental progress. PAX GBG Partners also facilitate PAX Tools community workshops.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with teachers, support staff, administrators, and community partners.
2. Model PAX GBG strategies and empower teachers to implement and sustain PAX GBG with fidelity in their buildings.
3. Deliver PAX Tools Community Workshops to parents, caregivers, and community-based providers.
4. Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and problem-solving; adapt plans creatively to promote effective implementation of PAX GBG and PAX Tools.
5. Ensure classroom teachers meet and maintain fidelity by consistently implementing core PAX GBG components; progressively increasing the amount of time the game is played to achieve goals.
6. Conduct, at a minimum, weekly site visits to each PAX GBG classroom to provide coaching, modeling, and feedback.
7. Collaborate with district, funders, and Supervisor to strengthen PAX GBG and PAX Tools at each site.
8. Provide and/or support the delivery of professional development to school support staff and teaching staff through meetings, specialized training and booster sessions.
9. Provide support for summer school.
10. Complete or required program and/or funder training and all required agency training such as NYS Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment etc.
11. Participate in school and/or community events functions such as Open House, family nights, resources fairs.
12. Collect and complete data entry on weekly basis; analyze and report outcome data; compile monthly and quarterly reports as required by funders.
13. Ensure all data and records are maintained following privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.
14. Participate in staff meetings, agency meetings and events.
Education Requirements
Associates degree in education, behavioral sciences, or a related human services field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 4 years experience in a school-based setting providing behavioral or educational programming services to children required.
Bachelors degree in education, behavioral sciences, or a related human services field and a minimum of 2 years experience in a school-based setting providing behavioral or educational programming services to children preferred.
Masters degree in a related field is a plus.
Knowledge and Skills Needed to Perform Effectively in this Position
Demonstrated capacity in school-based program implementation, training, coaching and evaluation skills.
Strong facilitation skills with experience delivering presentations and trainings to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in data entry, program evaluation, and outcome reporting; familiarity with WITNYS and data systems preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic school environments.
Additional Requirements
Must submit to and pass background checks by the Office of Mental Health, the NYS Justice Center, the NYS Department of Education, and educational verification if required.
Flexible schedule required, including some evening and weekend hours.
Ability to travel and work at different school sites and community setting.
Recognize and value diversity within the work environment. Be an effective team player, value and be respectful of individual differences.
Access to reliable daily transportation to travel to school and community sites as needed.
Follow School Services Attendance and PTO policies and procedures.
Provide support as needed/assigned for all PAX trainings.
PAX GBG Partner Location:
Main Office/Program Site(s) Date:
August 2025
Reporting Relationship(s):
Position reports to the PAX Program Manager FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt
General Summary
The PAX GBG Partner plays a vital role in the success of the PAX program in both the classroom and community-based efforts This individual will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and overseeing the implementation, fidelity, and evaluation of the PAX Good Behavior Game (GBG) in one or more school settings. Working closely with teachers and school staff, they ensure consistent alignment with program objectives. Key responsibilities include conducting classroom observations, assessing the presence of core implementation strategies, offering constructive and encouraging feedback, and reinforcing progress through recognition of incremental progress. PAX GBG Partners also facilitate PAX Tools community workshops.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with teachers, support staff, administrators, and community partners.
2. Model PAX GBG strategies and empower teachers to implement and sustain PAX GBG with fidelity in their buildings.
3. Deliver PAX Tools Community Workshops to parents, caregivers, and community-based providers.
4. Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and problem-solving; adapt plans creatively to promote effective implementation of PAX GBG and PAX Tools.
5. Ensure classroom teachers meet and maintain fidelity by consistently implementing core PAX GBG components; progressively increasing the amount of time the game is played to achieve goals.
6. Conduct, at a minimum, weekly site visits to each PAX GBG classroom to provide coaching, modeling, and feedback.
7. Collaborate with district, funders, and Supervisor to strengthen PAX GBG and PAX Tools at each site.
8. Provide and/or support the delivery of professional development to school support staff and teaching staff through meetings, specialized training and booster sessions.
9. Provide support for summer school.
10. Complete or required program and/or funder training and all required agency training such as NYS Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment etc.
11. Participate in school and/or community events functions such as Open House, family nights, resources fairs.
12. Collect and complete data entry on weekly basis; analyze and report outcome data; compile monthly and quarterly reports as required by funders.
13. Ensure all data and records are maintained following privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.
14. Participate in staff meetings, agency meetings and events.
Education Requirements
Associates degree in education, behavioral sciences, or a related human services field from an accredited institution and a minimum of 4 years experience in a school-based setting providing behavioral or educational programming services to children required.
Bachelors degree in education, behavioral sciences, or a related human services field and a minimum of 2 years experience in a school-based setting providing behavioral or educational programming services to children preferred.
Masters degree in a related field is a plus.
Knowledge and Skills Needed to Perform Effectively in this Position
Demonstrated capacity in school-based program implementation, training, coaching and evaluation skills.
Strong facilitation skills with experience delivering presentations and trainings to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in data entry, program evaluation, and outcome reporting; familiarity with WITNYS and data systems preferred.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic school environments.
Additional Requirements
Must submit to and pass background checks by the Office of Mental Health, the NYS Justice Center, the NYS Department of Education, and educational verification if required.
Flexible schedule required, including some evening and weekend hours.
Ability to travel and work at different school sites and community setting.
Recognize and value diversity within the work environment. Be an effective team player, value and be respectful of individual differences.
Access to reliable daily transportation to travel to school and community sites as needed.
Follow School Services Attendance and PTO policies and procedures.
Provide support as needed/assigned for all PAX trainings.
Compensation details: 24-29 Hourly Wage