Middle and Upper School Student Success Coach at Whitefield Academy

Mableton, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Academic Support, Executive Functioning, Time Management, Goal Setting, Student Assessment, Rapport Building, Collaboration, Instructional Reinforcement, Standardized Testing, Record Keeping, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Computer Literacy, Confidentiality

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description Primary Objective: Provide academic support to students based on student needs and collaboration with classroom teachers to maximize success for all students Key Responsibilities: Work in small groups with students with identified weaknesses in executive functioning Implement and direct executive functioning groups Addresses habits relating to time management, lack of motivation, academic identified needs and goal setting Helps students understand ways to study and provides opportunities for reflection for more effective study habits Ability to develop rapport with students and families Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged and engaged in the learning process Continuous monitoring and assessing of student progress Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals on a regular basis Support and collaborate with classroom teachers to reinforce their instruction in order to meet student needs Provide guidance to classroom teachers on best practices for student success as a proactive measure Proctor standardized testing and administer exams Serve as a member of the Middle School and Upper School Student Support Team Maintain confidentiality of student records and information Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures Adhere to the bylaws, policies and procedures, and to all laws that govern the school and its actions In the summer before school starts, engage in pre-planning the week before all faculty and staff in-service Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of the Academic Enrichment Center Requirements Professional and Personal Attributes, Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Bachelor’s degree at a minimum Classroom teaching experience preferred Demonstrate knowledge of learning differences, an understanding of ways to accommodate students needs in the classroom environment, and understanding of how to help students develop executive functioning skills Excellent interpersonal skills enabling conversations of a delicate nature with a variety of people Demonstrates excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team Demonstrates computer literacy and proficiency (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, email, Internet, etc.) In addition, the person should: Commit to living his/her life under the lordship of Christ Model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ, and be a Christian role model in speech, actions, and attitudes, which contributes to the spiritual atmosphere of the school Believe and affirm the school’s Statement of Faith Commit to exhibiting Whitefield’s core value for our students to experience diversity that reflects the body of Christ and support the school’s diversity vision that aims at unity in Christ Demonstrate evidence of consistent spiritual activities such as worship at a local church, fellowship with the body of Christ, personal devotional time with the Lord, and individual study of scripture Evidence of the fruit of the Spirit in the nurturing of relationships with other staff members, students, families, and the community at large Be actively involved in a local church Work Environment and Physical Demands: The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A request for reasonable accommodations must be submitted to the HR department. Work for this position will take place primarily in an office, and secondarily in a classroom. The physical demands of this position include lifting up to 10 pounds often, up to 25 pounds intermittently, and up to 50 pounds rarely; carrying up to 10 pounds intermittently, and up to 50 pounds rarely; climbing/balancing and crawling rarely; kneeling and crouching intermittently; reaching regularly; sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and standing often. To perform this job the person must be able to work for extended periods of time at a computer/keyboard; must be able to talk, hear, stand, sit, and/or walk for extended periods of time; and must possess normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Nothing in this job description restricts the School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time. To apply please go to www.whitefieldacademy.com under About Us/Employment. Whitefield Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The primary objective is to provide academic support to students based on identified needs, working in small groups to address weaknesses in executive functioning, including time management and study habits. This role involves continuous monitoring of student progress and collaborating with classroom teachers to reinforce instruction and support student success.