On Site ASI Academic Coach

Job Purpose:

The On Site ASI Academic Coach is a part-time position. The Academic Coach works with girls in a classroom environment providing academic coaching and support to girls in the Pittsburgh area in grades 3-12 to increase academic achievement. 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:

* Provide ongoing academic support to the girls in across the programs.

* Plan effective instruction that supports academic growth and provide weekly submission of lesson plans.

* Work with after school staff and supervisors to integrate academic learning into the daily routines

* Bi-Weekly submission of progress notes

* Effective communication with parents, team members and support agencies

* 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.

* Performs in accordance with established system-wide competencies and receives satisfactory performance evaluations annually

* Performs other duties as assigned

Work Environment:

Works in an environment with girls in grades 3-12 with adverse backgrounds. Staff must be prepared to engage youth and be able to problem solve.