Graduation Coach

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
 
May 22, 2026

POSITION: Graduation Coach

LOCATION:  Dougherty High School

JOB SUMMARY:
The Dougherty County School System is seeking a dedicated, student-centered, and results-driven Graduation Coach to support student achievement, engagement, attendance, and on-time graduation efforts at Dougherty High School. The Graduation Coach serves as a key advocate for students by identifying barriers to academic success, implementing intervention strategies, monitoring progress toward graduation, and collaborating with families, school personnel, and community partners to improve student outcomes.

The Graduation Coach works proactively to reduce dropout rates, increase student persistence, and ensure students are equipped with the academic, social-emotional, and postsecondary supports needed for success beyond high school.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; valid Georgia certification in one or more of the following areas preferred: Teaching, School Counseling, School Social Work, or Educational Leadership.
2. A minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience;
3. Experience working with at-risk youth, student support services, counseling, mentoring, or school leadership preferred;
4. Knowledge of graduation requirements, student support systems, and intervention strategies;
5. Demonstrated ability to analyze and monitor student data;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
    

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

1. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders;
2. Ability to motivate and mentor students from diverse backgrounds;
3. Ability to analyze academic, attendance, and behavioral data to support student success initiatives;
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations professionally;
6. Strong organizational and time management skills;
7. Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team;
8. Proficiency in educational technology platforms, student information systems, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace applications.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Identifies and monitors students at risk of academic failure, chronic absenteeism, or dropping out of school;
2. Develops and implements individualized intervention and support plans for identified students;
3. Monitors student progress toward graduation requirements, including credits, assessments, attendance, and academic performance;
4. Conducts regular meetings with students and families to discuss academic progress, attendance concerns, graduation status, and postsecondary goals;
5. Collaborates with counselors, administrators, teachers, social workers, and support staff to coordinate interventions and student supports;
6. Assists students in developing academic, career, and postsecondary plans;
7. Facilitates mentoring, attendance improvement, and dropout prevention initiatives;
8. Supports student transition programs and re-engagement efforts for students who have withdrawn or are at risk of withdrawal;
9. Coordinates with community agencies and external organizations to provide resources and support services for students and families;
10. Maintains accurate documentation, intervention records, and progress monitoring data;
11. Assists with the implementation of graduation awareness campaigns, credit recovery opportunities, and student recognition initiatives;
12. Utilizes data to evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements;
13. Participates in professional learning opportunities and district initiatives related to student success and graduation outcomes;
14. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance;
15. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or designee.

REPORTS TO:  Principal

SALARY RANGE:  Ten-Month Contract - Competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by May 29, 2026. 
 

 INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE.

  THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.

The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.

 Dougherty County School System uses Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.

About Us:
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 3 learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.

Important Note:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.