About the Position
Legacy Children’s Foundation is looking for motivated and dependable college students to join our team as Academic Coaches. Academic Coaches will work directly with middle and high school students in our after-school program, helping them build strong academic habits, improve their understanding of school subjects, and gain confidence in their ability to succeed.
This is a great opportunity for college students who enjoy working with youth, want to gain experience in education or mentoring, or simply want to make a positive difference in the lives of students in their community.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support to middle and high school students.
- Help students complete homework, assignments, and school projects.
- Support students in subjects such as math, reading, writing, science, and other areas as needed.
- Help students develop effective study habits, organization skills, and time-management strategies.
- Encourage students to take responsibility for their academics and stay on track with their schoolwork.
- Build positive and supportive relationships with students.
- Monitor student progress and communicate academic concerns or successes with Legacy staff.
- Assist students with educational programs and learning activities.
- Create a positive, encouraging, and respectful after-school environment.
- Participate in activities, clubs, and other programming when needed.
- Serve as a positive role model for Legacy students.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a college or university.
- Strong academic skills and willingness to help students learn.
- Comfortable working with middle and high school students.
- Patient, dependable, responsible, and encouraging.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently while also being part of a team.
- Previous tutoring, mentoring, coaching, childcare, or youth-work experience is preferred but not required.
- Must be available Monday–Thursday from approximately 4:00–6:00 PM.
What We Offer
- Consistent weekday hours that work well with a college student’s schedule.
- No required Friday, weekend, or holiday shifts.
- Valuable experience working with youth and in an educational setting.
- Opportunities to develop leadership, communication, mentoring, and teaching skills.
- A rewarding opportunity to positively impact middle and high school students.
- A supportive team environment.
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for college students who are enthusiastic about helping young people succeed. You do not have to be an education major or have previous tutoring experience. If you are responsible, patient, encouraging, and enjoy helping others learn, we would love to hear from you.
Interested in making a difference while gaining valuable experience? Apply today to become an Academic Coach with Legacy Children’s Foundation!
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 per week
Work Location: In person
