Student Success & Engagement Coach

Balsz School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Balsz School District is seeking a Student Success Assistant to support language assessments and proactive student services during the school day. The role emphasizes fostering a positive campus culture and assisting staff with safe, inclusive learning environments.

The candidate will assist with AZELLA administration, participate in behavior interventions, and supervise students during recess and other non-instructional times.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or coursework in education, child development, behavioral health, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with school-aged children preferred.
• Experience supporting student behavior and social-emotional development preferred.
• Must meet Arizona ADE requirements for AZELLA assessments and have English proficiency.
• Possession of a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Administer AZELLA assessments in accordance with ADE requirements and district procedures.
• Schedule, organize, and prepare testing materials and testing environments.
• Ensure assessment security and confidentiality requirements are maintained.
• Support other district and site assessment activities as assigned.
• Provide direct support to students requiring behavioral, social-emotional, or organizational assistance.
• Provide proactive student mentoring and support to promote positive behavior, engagement, and social-emotional growth.
• Assist with implementation of behavior intervention strategies and support plans.
• Assist in implementing school-wide behavior expectations, restorative practices, and positive behavior support systems.
• Facilitate structured play, games, and student engagement activities during recess and other non-instructional periods.
• Build positive relationships with students to promote school connectedness and engagement.
• Support conflict resolution and problem-solving among students.
• Monitor student behavior and provide redirection using district-approved practices.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive campus environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, administrators, and other staff to support student success.
• Support school-wide culture, climate, attendance, and engagement initiatives.
• Support MTSS and student success through targeted behavioral, attendance, and engagement supports.
• Assists with student supervision before school, during lunch and recess, and after school as assigned.
• Participate in required trainings related to behavior intervention, crisis prevention, student supervision, and assessment administration.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities related to student support and assessment administration.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Relationship building

Patience under pressure

Behavior management

Playground supervision

Structured activities

Assessment procedures

English communication

De-escalation strategies

Confidentiality

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or coursework in education/child development/behavioral health

Job description

Balsz School District is seeking a Student Success Assistant to support language assessments and proactive student services during the school day. The role emphasizes fostering a positive campus culture and assisting staff with safe, inclusive learning environments.

The candidate will assist with AZELLA administration, participate in behavior interventions, and supervise students during recess and other non-instructional times.