THRIVE Coach

University of Texas; Odessa, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a THRIVE Coach to provide direct, job-embedded mentoring to teachers. You will deliver observation-based coaching, reflective conversations, and timely support outside of evaluative processes, working with ECISD campuses and UTPB partners.

The role emphasizes building teacher agency, strong listening, and collaborative problem-solving, with in-person commitments up to 15–20 hours weekly across assigned campuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years as a classroom teacher.
• Experience mentoring or coaching early-career teachers.
• Ability to build trust and rapport quickly.
• Strong mentoring and active listening skills.
• Non-evaluative feedback delivery.
• Maintain confidentiality and non-evaluative stance.
• Willingness to work in person on ECISD campuses 15–20 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Direct, job-embedded coaching & mentoring.
• Facilitate small-group or cohort sessions for teachers.
• Engage teachers in practical professional learning.
• Collaborate with campus coaches, admins, and UTPB field supervisors.
• Coordinate regular meetings with district and university partners.
• Participate in THRIVE Coach team meetings and training.
• Document coaching visits and program activity.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Active listening

Reflective questioning

Non-evaluative feedback

Building teacher agency

Organizational skills

Documentation

Virtual meetings

In-person campus presence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Scheduling software

Job description

## PurposeThe THRIVE Coach is a dedicated, job-embedded mentor who supports the whole teacher - not just their instructional performance. Grounded in asset-based, human-centered coaching, the THRIVE Coach helps teachers build the confidence, skills, and sense of belonging needed to thrive in their first years, while helping ECISD and UTPB gather the insight needed to build a long-term mentorship system in later program phases.This is a direct-service coaching and mentoring role. Unlike a campus- or district-level systems role, the THRIVE Coach's primary responsibility is regular, individualized contact with assigned teachers via observation, feedback, reflective conversation, and just-in-time support. Their support is delivered outside of any evaluative or compliance structure.## ResponsibilitiesDirect, Job-Embedded Coaching & Mentoring* Facilitate small-group or cohort learning community sessions for assigned teachers to address common challenges and share promising practices.* Engage teachers in brief, practical professional learning connected to THRIVE coaching frameworks.* Collaborate with campus-based instructional coaches, administrators, and UTPB field supervisors to ensure coordinated (not duplicative) support.* Coordinate regular meetings with stakeholders including district and university partners to facilitate ongoing communication and program improvement.* Participate in THRIVE Coach team meetings, training, and Mentor Academy to strengthen coaching practice.Documentation, Data, & Program Collaboration## Required Qualifications* Bachelor's degree* Experience as a successful classroom teacher for at least 3-5 years* Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting early-career or pre-service teachers* Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport quickly across individuals and school contexts* Strong mentoring skills, including active listening, reflective questioning, and non-evaluative feedback* Ability to apply a coaching stance that builds a teacher's agency and self-efficacy rather than directing or evaluating* Strong organizational skills and reliability in documenting coaching activity* Comfort using virtual meeting platforms and basic technology for scheduling, communication, and reporting* Availability to work in person on assigned ECISD campuses during the school day, up to 15-20 hours per week## Preferred Qualifications* Valid Texas teacher certification* Experience as a campus-based mentor, instructional coach, or new teacher support provider* Familiarity with alternative certification pathways and the demands facing first-year teachers of record* Knowledge of ECISD systems, or experience working in the Permian Basin region* Experience supporting bilingual, dual language, and/or special education teachers or teaching practices* Master's degree in education or a related field## Salary Range$40/hour* Document coaching visits, mentoring sessions, and support provided on a regular (e.g., weekly) basis using THRIVE tools and systems.* Contribute to program data collection efforts (e.g., interaction logs, surveys, focus groups) to help THRIVE, UTPB, and ECISD understand teacher experience and retention needs.* Report hours and coaching activity through required THRIVE channels and dashboards.* Share emerging trends, needs, and insights with the THRIVE Coach Lead and program leadership to inform continuous improvement and the design of later program phases.* Maintain clear boundaries around confidentiality and non-evaluative status in all documentation.**Start Here, Change the World**At The University of Texas at Austin, tradition meets innovation in the heart of a city that frequents lists of the best places to live and work. Named by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for the sixth year in a row in 2025, UT offers both a dynamic work environment and a gateway to vibrant local culture. Whether you're at the forefront of the student experience, conducting world-changing research or supporting the engine that drives Texas' flagship university, working at UT means making a lasting impact on our city, our state and our world.Our more than 20,000 faculty and staff empower 55,000+ students to challenge ideas, pursue passions and shape their futures. Joining UT, you'll become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the world.Please see our .**Comments and Inquiries:**Email comments to [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact .Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page:. For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at [phone], or toll-free at [phone].