Male Leadership Coach
Male Student Achievement Program – Communities In Schools of Central Texas

San Marcos High School

Position start date: July 21, 2025

Are you passionate about helping young men thrive in school and beyond? Do you believe in the power of mentorship, brotherhood, and leadership development to change lives? If so, we invite you to consider joining Communities In Schools of Central Texas as a Male Leadership Coach.

Who We Are

Communities In Schools (CIS) is the nation’s largest and most effective dropout prevention organization. For over 40 years, CIS has surrounded students with a community of support—empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

The Male Student Achievement Program (MSAP) is a transformative, school-based leadership and peer support program for male-identifying high school students that empowers male students to make their communities stronger, and builds a positive brotherhood of support. The pillars of MSAP are critical mentoring, leadership development, developing a positive view of male masculinity, , academic coaching, and post-secondary access. The program works by:

• developing a close relationship with a skilled caring adult
• creating a community of accountability among the young men
• expanding horizons through enrichment experiences
• exposing students to college, and career opportunities in Central Texas
• creating leadership opportunities and opportunities for students to give back to the community

The Opportunity

We are hiring a full-time Male Leadership Coach for San Marcos High School in San Marcos CISD. In this role, you will lead a cohort of young men through weekly group sessions, provide individualized case management, and coordinate experiences that help them grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

This is a high school campus-based position. Occasional evening and weekend work is expected. A typical workday mirrors school hours.

What You’ll Do
• Facilitate weekly MSAP group sessions and leadership development curriculum
• Build supportive relationships with students through one-on-one check-ins, case management, and crisis response
• Partner with school staff, families, and CIS teammates to remove barriers to student success
• Connect students with enrichment opportunities including college visits, career exploration, and service-learning projects
• Support identity development and social-emotional growth through culturally responsive mentoring
• Document student progress and maintain accurate case notes and data in the CIS database
• Coordinate end-of-year celebrations such as National Decision Day and other MSAP events
• Plan, coordinate, and lead MSAP events such as field trips and retreats
• Serve as a visible, trustworthy role model and presence on campus

What You’ll Bring
• At least 2 years of experience working with boys and young men of color, ideally in a school, nonprofit, or community-based setting
• Strong group facilitation skills and the ability to lead discussions rooted in identity, leadership, and resilience
• A collaborative and strengths-based approach to working with students, families, and school teams
• Experience managing multiple priorities in dynamic environments
• A commitment to cultural humility in youth development
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, education, or a related field—or equivalent lived and professional experience
• Spanish/English bilingual skills
• Lived experience as a Black or Latinx male is strongly encouraged and highly valued but not required

What We Offer

We value your lived experience, expertise, and dedication to youth. CIS of Central Texas offers:

• Salary: Starting at $3,550/month, commensurate with experience and internal equity
• Time Off: 4+ weeks of paid holidays, 3 weeks of paid summer leave, and 2 weeks of paid vacation
• Benefits: 100% employer-paid base medical insurance, dental, vision, FSA, EAP, life and disability coverage, and professional development
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with employer match
• Work Culture: An inclusive environment where you are encouraged to bring your full self to work

Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Program Director for the Male Student Achievement Programs.

Worksite: This is a campus-based position and working hours may fall outside of typical work hours. Occasional evening and weekend work is expected.

Ready to Apply? If you're all in for kids and ready to lead with purpose, we want to hear from you.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is an equal-opportunity employer.