ABOUT US:

Best Foot Forward is a nonprofit organization based in Boca Raton, dedicated to supporting foster and at-risk students in Palm Beach County.
We are currently seeking 8-12 Academic Coaches to join our team! This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a difference!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Teaching experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and patient
• Ability to work confidentially and exercise discretion
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills

• Provide one-on-one academic coaching to middle and high school students
• Support students in developing organizational, study, and learning strategies
• Track and review student grades on a weekly basis
• Collaborate with teachers and school administrators to support student success
• Support students in developing organizational, study, and learning strategies
• Utilize various teaching techniques to match a student’s learning style
• Identify learning patterns and address academic challenges
• Assist students with assignments and secure tutors as needed
• Use incentives and goal-setting strategies to motivate student progress