ACH Child and Family Services
Location
Fort Worth, Texas
Provide direct academic support, tutoring, and intervention for youth in residential programs to build essential learning skills. Coordinate with partner schools and residential staff to implement individualized education plans and maintain continuity of learning.
A bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required. Candidates must have experience in teaching, tutoring, or youth development, with a strong preference for experience in residential services.
The Education Services Coordinator provides direct academic support to youth in ACH’s residential programs, helping them build the skills, confidence, and structure needed for academic success. This role works closely with youth on tutoring, intervention, study habits, and individualized learning plans; collaborates with staff to reinforce educational expectations; and supports day-to-day communication with the partner school(s). The Coordinator also helps implement structured learning activities when school is not in session, ensuring continuity of learning for both short-term and long-term placements.
Education: Bachelors degree in Education, Social Work, Child Development, Psychology or related field required.
Experience in teaching tutoring, academic intervention, classroom support, youth development, or after school programming required. Experience in youth residential services strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices. Ability to build strong rapport with youth. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Ability to support youth with diverse learning and behavioral needs. Strong organization, follow-through, and documentation skills.
Provide tutoring, homework help, intervention and skill-building support to youth individually and in small groups. Reinforce study skills, time management, reading comprehension, numeracy, and other foundational academic abilities. Encourage youth to stay engaged in their schoolwork and celebrate progress to build motivation
Individual Academic Plans & Progress Monitoring Support academic intake screenings and assist in identifying strengths, barriers, and learning needs. Implement individualized education support plans created in collaboration with the Manager of Educational Services and program leadership. Track assignments, grades, attendance, and progress; notify the Manager of concerns or emerging issues. Document all youth interactions, progress updates, and academic interventions.
School Communication & Support Coordination Maintain day-to-day communication with teachers and school staff regarding assignments, expectations, and student needs. Coordinate routine academic documentation (homework packets, grade checks, school forms). Assist with school transitions including enrollment paperwork, withdrawals, and class schedule updates, under the direction of the Manager.
Structured Learning During Non-School Times Deliver engaging, structured learning activities during holidays, school breaks, and other non-instructional periods. Facilitate enrichment experiences that support academic readiness, life skills, and youth interests. Collaborate with residential staff to ensure consistency and alignment with daily routines.
Collaboration, Training & Program Support Participate in team meetings to share youth progress and emerging needs. Work with residential staff to reinforce educational expectations and promote a supportive learning environment. Uphold ACH’s trauma-informed care principles in all interactions. Support the Manager of Educational Services in program initiatives and special projects as needed. #ACH1
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.
Education: Bachelors degree in Education, Social Work, Child Development, Psychology or related field required.
Experience in teaching tutoring, academic intervention, classroom support, youth development, or after school programming required. Experience in youth residential services strongly preferred.
Market context
In Texas, Education Services Coordinator and K-12 Interventionist roles are often sought by districts and youth-serving programs that need staff who can support student behavior, attendance, and academic progress. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for a bachelor’s degree plus hands-on experience in teaching, tutoring, or youth development, with residential services experience often standing out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to show direct student-support experience.