Academic Coach (Special Education) 26-27 SY ($5,000 sign on bonus)

Young World Physical Education; Lytle (TX); On-site; USD 53,409; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking an Academic Coach for Special Education in Lytle, Texas. The role involves coaching teachers and supporting their professional development. Key responsibilities include delivering professional development, analyzing student data for instructional decisions, and implementing evidence-based programs. Candidates should hold a valid Texas Special Education certification and prefer a Master's degree with three years' experience in a classroom setting. The position offers a competitive salary of $289.48 per day.

Qualifications

• Three years’ classroom experience in Special Education.
• Support teacher success to impact student learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver job-embedded professional development for teachers.
• Guide teachers in analyzing data for instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for instructional planning.

Skills

Effective communication

Data analysis

Differentiated instruction

Instructional coaching

Education

Master's degree preferred

Valid Texas teaching certification, Special Education EC-12

Job description

Academic Coach (Special Education) 26-27 SY

Job ID: 5661032

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Academic Coach

Pay Grade/Days: 3 (Admin)/197

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Dept./School: Special Education/Various

Date Revised: 04/2026

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree preferred
• Valid Texas teaching certification, Special Education EC-12
• Three years’ classroom experience in Special Education

Job Summary

The Academic Coach is similar to an individual who serves in the capacity of an instructional coach. This individual collaboratively engages with various stakeholder groups including district- and campus-level leaders, teachers, families, and community members to support teacher success to impact student learning. The Academic Coach plays a pivotal role in developing a culture of continuous improvement on the campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver weekly differentiated, job-embedded professional development through teacher professional learning communities.
• Guide and support teachers in the analysis of data to guide instructional decisions.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to identify individual student needs and determine how to differentiate instruction that meets those needs.
• Assist with implementing evidence-based instructional programs with fidelity.
• Collaborate with district and campus administration to develop and implement action steps outlined in district- or campus-based improvement plans.
• Model lessons and/or activities as needed to build teacher capacity.
• Participate in and/or facilitate effective professional learning activities.
• Be an advocate or change agent in establishing a collaborative culture.
• Help facilitate 21st century learning and technology integration.
• Expand knowledge base for teachers on research-based instructional strategies.
• Be knowledgeable about local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and policies.
• Campus Testing Coordinator duties.
• AVID Coordinator duties.

The primary role for an Academic Coach is to provide differentiated, sustained, job-embedded coaching and mentoring support for teachers through the professional learning communities and classroom modeling.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises staff in those areas deemed appropriate by the principal.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written), instruct and model desirable skills and attitudes, remain productive and maintain control under stress, supervise others in a non-coercive manner, maintain a clear focus on customer service.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand and move throughout the room and/or facility. Duties also include moderate standing, stooping, bending, lifting/transport of up to 50 lbs and the ability to work with frequent interruptions. Frequent district wide and statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $289.48 Per Day

Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Deborah Wagner, Director of Special Education
• Special Education Office
• Email: [e-mail]