Student Success Coach

Start Date: 2026-27 School Year

Location: Columbia Heights Elementary Academy (Grades 3-5)

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Updated: December 2025

POSITION SUMMARY

Student Success Coaches are committed members of a collaborative school team that is closing the opportunity gap for students through proactive, responsive, and data-informed behavioral and social-emotional support. A Prodeo Academy Student Success Coach is intensely focused on each student's growth and success and responds to student needs in a loving, structured manner rooted in trauma-informed and restorative practices, while maintaining high expectations for behavior and learning.

Student Success Coaches work in close partnership with teachers, school leaders, and families to support students' social-emotional development, behavioral regulation, and access to learning. Support may occur through proactive push-in services, small-group instruction, short-term removals when necessary, and re-entry planning to return students to learning as quickly as possible. This position is ideal for an individual who is energized by complex student needs, receptive to feedback, skilled at relationship-building, and able to work collaboratively across lines of difference with cultural responsiveness and professionalism.

ABOUT PRODEO

Prodeo Academy is a network of public charter schools serving the Twin Cities. Prodeo Academy is a meaningful education solution that is closing the opportunity gap through data-driven instruction in a culture grounded in five core values: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement . Shared expectations around these values enhance the opportunity for scholars to reach their full potential. We seek team members who are committed to helping students access greater opportunities, achieve future success, and contribute positively to their communities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties represent the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Student Support & Skill Building

• Teach and reinforce appropriate social, emotional, and behavioral skills across all school environments, including classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, recess areas, and school transportation settings (e.g., school bus).
• Support students in developing self-regulation, problem-solving, and coping skills.
• Ensure students have access to academic work and instructional materials when receiving behavioral support outside the classroom.
• Utilize approved social-emotional learning curricula and evidence-based behavior intervention strategies.
• Support students in returning to learning as quickly and successfully as possible following behavioral incidents.

Behavior Intervention & Schoolwide Support

• Serve as a calm, positive, and regulated presence within the school community.
• Implement schoolwide behavior systems, routines, and expectations consistently and with fidelity.
• Provide proactive push-in support and reactive intervention as needed, based on student needs and program design.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring behavior support plans in collaboration with teachers and leadership.
• Facilitate re-entry, problem-solving, and restorative conversations with students, families, and staff when appropriate.
• Communicate with families regarding significant behavioral incidents, re-entry plans, and ongoing supports.

Crisis Response & Safety

• Participate in and maintain required training related to de-escalation, crisis response, and physical intervention, as determined by the school.
• Implement de-escalation strategies and crisis response procedures in alignment with school policy and training.
• When required and appropriately trained, assist with physical intervention to maintain student and staff safety, following all legal, ethical, and procedural guidelines.
• Prioritize student dignity, safety, and the least restrictive response in all crisis situations.
• Accurately document incidents and communicate with leadership following crisis events.

Data Collection & Analysis

• Set and monitor clear, student-centered goals related to behavior, engagement, and time in learning.
• Collect, track, and share behavioral and engagement data regularly with school leaders and instructional teams.
• Use data to develop and adjust short-term, data-informed intervention plans for individual students or small groups.

Collaboration & Teaming

• Work closely with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and related service providers to align supports.
• Participate in grade-level, data, and problem-solving meetings as appropriate.
• Approach teamwork with humility, flexibility, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions with students, families, and staff.

Professional Development & Responsibilities

• Attend all required professional development and training, including a 3-week training in August.
• Participate actively in coaching, observation, and feedback cycles.
• Demonstrate receptiveness to feedback and implement recommended practices.
• Maintain required certifications in school-approved safety, de-escalation, crisis response, and physical intervention programs, as well as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
• Remain organized, prepared, and reflective in daily practice.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance, which is an essential function of the role.
• Ensure safety and appropriate supervision of students at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the school and organization.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Prodeo Academy reserves the right to modify duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Preferred: Bachelor's degree

Preferred Experience & Knowledge

• Experience working with students with behavioral or social-emotional needs.
• Knowledge and application of trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches.
• Experience using data to inform student supports and interventions.
• Classroom teaching or school-based student support experience preferred.
• Ability and commitment to participate in and maintain school-approved training in de-escalation, crisis response, and physical intervention.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred or the ability and commitment to complete RBT coursework and certification process.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Commitment to Prodeo Academy's mission and values.
• Strong relationship-building and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to remain calm, regulated, and directive in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Data-informed mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work independently while remaining aligned to team expectations.
• Cultural responsiveness, empathy, and professional judgment.
• Reliability, integrity, and strong ethical standards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand and move throughout the school day.
• Ability to sit and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to support students physically as needed, including during crisis response.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a school/classroom environment with typical levels of noise and activity.
• Exposure to students with varying emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.
• Occasional exposure to bodily fluids may occur.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.
• The role may require movement between classrooms, buildings, or school sites.

COMPENSATION

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Prodeo Academy's total rewards program includes:

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement planning through TRA/PERA and optional 403(b) plans.
• Generous paid time off, federal holidays, and academic breaks.
• Leadership development and career pathway opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and partnerships with educator preparation programs.

ADA & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Prodeo Academy is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this job, please contact Human Resources. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not be denied unless they present an undue hardship to the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Prodeo Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Prodeo Academy is committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.