PBIS Advanced Tier Coach-West Street School

Southbridge Public Schools serve approximately 2,000 students across six schools—and we are in the midst of an exciting and measurable transformation. With support from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, we’re seeing real gains in student achievement and school culture. Twice recognized as a Gold-Level PBIS District, we’re proud of the academic growth our students are demonstrating and the positive momentum building across K–12. This progress is fueled by passionate educators, high-quality curriculum, targeted professional development, and an unwavering commitment to our students. Many of our learners face significant challenges, but our educators don’t see limits—they see potential. We are a team that believes in the power of high expectations, strong relationships, and consistent support to drive student success.

About the role

The Advanced Tier PBIS coach will work to implement tier 2 systems and supports and, in conjunction, support the implementation of tier 1 PBIS. The Advanced Tier PBIS coach will lead the tier 2 team in implementing and creating a system to support students who may need more than just tier 1. The Advanced coach will work closely with the tier 1 coaches to communicate and share information about the goals of each team.

Responsibilities

• Recruit members for the team: SAC/counselors, BCBA, psychologist(s), teachers, special education teachers, and administrators
• Set an agenda for tier 2 meetings: ensure that the agenda is created and shared beforehand, meetings are structured, and time is used productively
• Attend all training sessions—during school hours or after school hours
• Attend all coaching sessions—after school hours monthly
• Collaborate and communicate with tier 1 coaches and administrators
• Attend tier 1 PBIS meetings on a regular basis
• Provide teachers with training, coaching, and troubleshooting to ensure all teachers are able to implement tier 2 with fidelity
• Develop and implement an action plan that holds both the coach and team accountable for any action steps that need to be completed
• Analyze and make decisions based on multiple data sources (ODRs, attendance, academic, nurse visits, counselor visits, etc.)
• Additional responsibilities as determined to be necessary to meet the needs and goals of implementing tier 2

Qualifications

• Strong content knowledge of tier 1 PBIS implementation
• Experience in data-based decision making and analyzing different data sources
• Ability to work collaboratively with various groups and gain consensus related to implementation and other problem solving
• Some knowledge of tier 2 implementation
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills

Benefits

• Stipend: $1500

The Advanced Tier PBIS coach will work closely with the Director of SEL, District Culture and Climate Coach, and school-based administrators.