Leadership Coach, IMPACT Arkansas Principal Fellows

Closing date: 08/26/2026

About the role

The Leadership Coach supports aspiring school leaders participating in the IMPACT Arkansas Principal Fellows Program by providing individualized coaching designed to develop their leadership knowledge, skills, dispositions, and readiness to serve as transformative leaders for high-needs Arkansas schools. The Leadership Coach oversees multifaceted initiatives that contribute to the growth and success of current IMPACT Arkansas fellows and alumni.

This position is remote from the University of Arkansas Fayetteville campus; however, the Leadership Coach is expected to engage in periodic in-person coaching and program activities, such as the Summer Symposium. The person must reside in the State of Arkansas or be willing to relocate to the State of Arkansas to carry out the duties of this position. No relocation funds are available for this position.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biweekly coaching calls with IMPACT fellows
• Provide additional in-person coaching at least three times per academic year
• Offer ongoing feedback and reflection
• Plan and facilitate professional development sessions
• Monitor progress toward program competencies
• Collaborate with the IMPACT team and Educational Leadership faculty to maintain highly effective program content
• Engage in alumni and ambassador meetings/functions
• Participate in the admissions process
• Monitor alumni-mentoring activity logs
• Attend Arkansas Public Schools Resources Center’s training sessions as needed

Requirements

• Master's degree in education, leadership, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least three years of leadership experience in high needs K-12 educational settings
• At least two years of coaching or mentoring experience, preferably in high needs educational settings
• Experience providing effective and supportive training to adults in professional development contexts

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Educational Leadership degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least three to five years of experience as a school leader in a high needs K-12 educational setting
• Experience developing and facilitating professional training experiences for adult learners
• Holds educator license in the State of Arkansas

Skills

• Proficiency in utilizing technology for communication and collaboration
• Adaptability to evolving educational methodologies and commitment to staying informed about best practices
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Collaborative and collegial approach to working with others

Additional Information

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Pre-employment screening requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry.

Pay

$75,092 (commensurate with education and experience)

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary