Behavior Coach - Long-Term Substitute

At River Rock Academy, we provide specialized education and counseling for students facing behavioral and academic challenges. Guided by values of growth, resilience, and empowerment, we help students find the internal power to succeed. Join us and help students create brighter futures.

As a Long-Term Substitute Behavior Coach at River Rock Academy, you’ll provide critical support to students by modeling positive behaviors, fostering a consistent and structured environment, and encouraging the development of decision-making and self-regulation skills. In this role, you will help ensure continuity and stability for students during periods of staff transition, playing an essential part in their academic and personal growth.

What You’ll Need

High school diploma or equivalent

Genuine passion for helping children and adolescents with behavioral or learning needs

Calm, caring, and patient approach, with a strong sense of professionalism

Excellent communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills

Basic computer proficiency for documentation and progress tracking

What You’ll Do

Provide direct mentorship and consistent guidance to students to promote positive behavior and decision-making

Maintain accountability and close supervision of students throughout the school day

Support classroom management, assist teachers, and help create a structured, safe learning environment

Monitor, document, and report student behavior and interventions using school-approved systems

Respond to behavioral or crisis situations using Safe Crisis Management practices

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

River Rock Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] .