Job Description

Location: District Wide

Area: District Wide

Contract Months:10

JOB SUMMARY

The Future 2 Learning Coach plays a critical role in supporting student achievement and instructional execution within the Future 2 model. This position ensures smooth operations of the dyad learning environment while reinforcing student independence, Habits of Success, and engagement in both academic and experiential learning.

The Future 2 Learning Coach supports teachers in delivering high-quality instruction, managing mixed-grade cohorts, preparing learning environments, and reinforcing AI-enabled and adaptive learning systems. The Learning Coach helps maintain strong classroom culture, supports small-group instruction, and ensures students remain on track toward academic and experiential promotion requirements.

The Future 2 Learning Coach collaborates closely with teachers, teacher apprentices, administrators, and families to ensure students feel supported, accountable, and motivated in a structured yet innovative learning environment.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support implementation of high-quality core academic instruction aligned to HISD curriculum, accountability standards, and Future 2 design principles.
2. Prepare, organize, and maintain dyad learning spaces to ensure readiness for daily instruction and transitions.
3. Support smooth transitions between core instruction, adaptive learning blocks, team centers, and experiential learning activities.
4. Reinforce Habits of Success expectations and help maintain a structured, positive learning environment.
5. Facilitate small-group reinforcement activities and monitor adaptive and AI-enabled learning platforms.
6. Support student independence during structured learning blocks and experiential preparation.
7. Assist teachers in monitoring, tracking, and organizing student progress data.
8. Provide supervision and instructional support during extended-day programming, experiential preparation, and field-based activities as assigned.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

1. Support classroom management and provide in-class assistance to ensure high expectations for attendance, behavior, and effort.
2. Assist with grading organization, preparation of instructional materials, and learning resource management.
3. Build supportive relationships with students to promote motivation, persistence, and engagement.
4. Participate in professional development, collaborative planning, and continuous improvement efforts.
5. Support grade-level or campus supervision duties as assigned.
6. Substitute internally within the Future 2 program when needed to ensure instructional continuity.
7. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Associate’s degree or minimum of 60 college credit hours from an accredited college or university required.

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

3–5 years of experience in an educational setting preferred.

Experience supporting instruction, mentoring students, or working in structured learning environments strongly preferred.

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to support instructional technology and adaptive learning systems.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, non-traditional instructional model.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with students.

Demonstrated flexibility, problem-solving ability, and professionalism.

Commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Work requires independent judgment in supporting instruction, managing transitions, and reinforcing student expectations. General supervision is provided with expectations for professionalism and responsiveness in a dynamic learning environment.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

N/A

BUDGET AUTHORITY

None.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Position requires identifying student engagement challenges and supporting appropriate interventions in collaboration with teachers and administrators.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions impact classroom efficiency, instructional continuity, and student engagement. Errors are typically correctable through collaboration and oversight.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Regular interaction with students, teachers, apprentices, administrators, and families. Communication supports instructional alignment and student success.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Builds supportive relationships with students and families to reinforce accountability, growth, and positive school culture.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a school-based environment, including extended hours and occasional work outside the standard school day.

Ability to lift and/or carry less than 15 pounds.

Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.