Student Success Coach

Academy for Integrated Arts • Kansas City, MO

3h

About The Position

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 school’s 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or Master’s 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

Responsibilities

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree