Student Success Coach

Position Title: Student Success Coach (6th-8th with strong emphasis in Math and ELAR preferred) Reports To: Student Success and Curriculum Implementation Coordinator Classification: Exempt Work Schedule: 10.5-month contract Salary: Based on PCA Salary Schedule and Experience Location: Assigned Campus(es) within PCA Position Summary: The Student Success Coach is a critical member of the academic support team at Pineywoods Community Academy. Under the direction of the Student Success and Curriculum Implementation Coordinator, this position is responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework for assigned grade levels. The Student Success Coach uses data to inform decisions, facilitates targeted student intervention programs, supports Tier 1 and 2 instruction, and coordinates campus testing efforts. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Student Success and Curriculum Implementation Coordinator to implement the MTSS framework with fidelity. Analyze academic and behavioral data (e.g., STAAR, MAP, local assessments, classroom performance) to identify students needing Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. Design, implement, and facilitate small-group and individualized intervention programs aligned with student needs. Collaborate with teachers, interventionists, and campus leadership to monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordingly. Track and document Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions to support data-based decision-making and preparation for possible Special Education referrals. Partner with Special Programs staff to identify students who may need additional diagnostic testing due to suspected but undiagnosed disabilities. Serve as the Campus Testing Coordinator, managing logistics and compliance for state and local assessments, including STAAR, TELPAS, and benchmark testing. Provide professional development and coaching to teachers on evidence-based Tier 1 and Tier 2 instructional strategies that promote student growth. Support the development and implementation of student support plans in collaboration with grade-level teams, specialists, and families. Maintain accurate documentation of intervention plans, progress monitoring, testing accommodations, and compliance-related activities. Participate in data meetings, student success team meetings, and professional learning communities (PLCs). Serve as a resource and advocate for high-leverage practices that support all learners, particularly those who are academically or behaviorally at risk. Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission of Pineywoods Community Academy. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in education or related field Valid Texas teaching certification Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience Demonstrated knowledge of Tier 1 and Tier 2 instructional strategies Experience using student data to plan and implement instructional interventions Preferred: Master's degree in education, curriculum & instruction, or a related field Experience with MTSS or RTI implementation Experience serving as a campus or district testing coordinator Experience leading professional development or instructional coaching Knowledge of evidence-based intervention programs in reading, math, and/or behavior Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Deep understanding of instructional best practices and student-centered intervention models Ability to use assessment data to inform decisions and measure student growth Familiarity with state testing programs and compliance requirements Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families Skilled in coaching, modeling, and supporting adult learners Proficient with educational technology and digital data tools