2025-2026 SY Certified: Academy Coach

TITLE: Academy Coach FTE: 1.0

FLSA STATUS: Exempt WORK CALENDAR: 193 days

COMPENSATION: Certified School-Based Support Staff (Starting $55,505)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Serve as the contact person for business, community, and post-secondary engagement for site Academies/Pathways.

2. Attend meetings to network, enhance partnerships, and provide experiential learning opportunities for students.

3. Promote and support the implementation and documentation of all Academies of the Southwest Valley activities for FordNGL accreditation and internal audits.

4. Serve as the liaison between the school and district office in developing and sustaining the Academies of the Southwest Valley.

5. In partnership with district and school leadership teams, implement the current Academies of the Southwest Valley master plan.

6. Support the completion of action plans and calendars of events for the Academies of the Southwest Valley.

7. Coordinate and implement Academy advisory boards.

8. Coordinate with business partners to maintain accurate community investment data for official business and community partner involvement.

9. Communicate Academy information with the district Strategic Alliances team and the CTE/Academies district office team.

10. Coordinate Guaranteed Academy Experiences, including, but not limited to, post-secondary tours, job shadows, student internships, career expos, and guest speakers.

11. Work with counselors, team leads, and school administration to execute the goals of the Academies of the Southwest Valley.

12. Attend scheduled Academy Coach meetings.

13. Facilitate the organization and execution of school tours (through Academy Ambassadors).

14. Regularly attend Academy PLC Meetings to provide support and guidance for Academy initiatives.

15. Serve as the point person for the Academies of the Southwest Valley Academy Ambassador program.

16. Collect, analyze, and communicate Academy data (i.e. Academy enrollment, experiential learning, industry certifications, Academy-related dual credit / dual enrollment, attendance, graduate rate, etc) in collaboration with the district Innovative Solutions team.

17. On-board new teachers and school staff to the Academy model.

18. As directed by the Site Principal, engage in school leadership initiatives or other tasks assigned – for example: serving on the master scheduling team or school leadership team to align the Academies of the Southwest Valley initiatives and protocols with school operations.

19. Effectively supervises students during on-site and off-site Guaranteed Academy Experiences.

20. Continue to develop with professional growth through Academy-related professional development, conferences, etc.

21. Work with the site Assistant Principal of Curriculum and site Professional Development teams to create and deliver professional development to teachers to support the Academy model.

22. Assume any other duties as may from time to time be delegated by the Executive Director of Career & Technical Education and Academies and/or campus Principal. The Executive Director of Career & Technical Education and Academies may make any adjustment in the scope of responsibilities as outlined above which will be in the best interest of the school district.

23. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues

24. Provides a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and community

25. Performs responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner

26. Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

Education / Certificate

1. Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred

2. Valid Arizona Teaching and/or Administrative Certificate

3. Current and valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

1. A minimum of three (3) years successful 7-12 classroom teaching experience

Communication Skills

1. Strong writing, literacy, and communication skills; uses effective communication strategies to

interact with a variety of audiences

Computer Skills

1. Must be proficient with technology (i.e. email, Google Suites, grading software, instructional platforms, etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to lift and carry materials and packages weighing up to 15 pounds

2. Ability to travel throughout community as required

3. Must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently.

4. Must be able to vary from standing, sitting, or walking

5. Must be able to move quickly when needed (student safety)

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to tolerate a high paced working environment

2. Must be able to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting and computer work

3. Must be able to multitask

4. Must be able to obtain District certificate for driving a District vehicle

5. Must be able to be flexible with work hours including some nights and weekends

6. Must be able to work in a flexible environment–office, classroom, public spaces, etc

7. Must be able to participate in in-state and out of state travel opportunities

1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.