JOB PURPOSE
Academic Coach is a part-time, independent contractor position. The Academic Coach works with girls and boys in a virtual environment providing academic coaching and support to students in the Pittsburgh area in grades K-12. Our Academic Coaches have a wide skill range that includes ELA, math, science, foreign language, SPED, and others. Academic Coaches work with students on skill-building, homework assistance, essay writing and college prep. Academic coaching takes place on an individual or group level based upon the need of the student.
POSITION SUMMARY
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Provide ongoing academic support to assigned client.
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Plan effective instruction that supports academic growth and provide weekly submission of lesson plans.
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Bi-monthly submission of progress notes
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Effective communication with parents, team members and support agencies
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Actively participates in all required team meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions. Meets regularly with supervisor, communicates openly needs, concerns, and ideas; utilizes feedback given in supervisory sessions.
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Performs in accordance with established system-wide competencies and receives satisfactory performance evaluations annually.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works in a virtual environment with girls and boys in grades K-12 with adverse backgrounds. Staff must be prepared to engage youth and be able to problem solve.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Minimum requirement is a high school student; HS diploma or higher preferred.
Licensure/Certification: N/A
Minimum Requirements:
All applicants must be over 17 years of age
Effective communication skills and be highly organized
Access to a computer or tablet and reliable internet/Wi-Fi
Knowledge of Zoom Platform
Experience working with children
Clearances Required: PA Act 33 (Child Abuse) / Act 34 (Criminal History) / Federal Criminal
History Record (FBI Fingerprint) / National Sex Offender Registry