GEAR UP Academic Coach

This is a Part-Time, 10-19 hours per week position

Position Summary

The Academic Coach is a grant-funded position that is primarily responsible for carrying out academic and college readiness student activities; providing academic advising; tutoring in core subjects; and assisting with other special activities to carry out the goals and objectives of the CWC GEAR UP WY grant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Schedule and facilitate CWC GEAR UP WY project programs and activities reflective of the project vision of preparing students for college

* Monitor and support student academic success during school hours, lunchtimes, and after school

* Maintenance of confidential participant records and attendance

* Assist students in making academic plans and setting goals

* Recruit students to the program

* Operate within the framework established by CWC's policies, procedures, and practices

* Perform other reasonably related duties as directed or assigned

Position Specifications and

Minimum Qualifications

Education

* Associate's degree; with preferred coursework in education, social work, psychology, or sociology from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education. Individuals currently enrolled in college will be considered.

Licenses/Certifications

* Successful criminal background screening after job offer and pre-employment

* Driver's license o CPR/First Aid certification, or completion with hire

Equivalency Statement

* Equivalent combinations of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities are acquired may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Desired Qualifications

* Knowledge of federal grants and/or special population programs

* Experience working with educationally disadvantaged student-populations

* Knowledge of and skills in use of computers and Google applications

* Bachelor degree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Ability to relate with a diverse population in a professional, helpful manner

* Ability to maintain confidential records for grant activities, student records, and attendance

* Ability to work independently while supporting a team effort

* Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects concurrently through to completion with an attention to detail; meeting deadlines

* Ability to tutor middle/high students in core subjects

* Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems

* Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

* Highly energetic and self-motivated with strong work ethic and high level of personal integrity

* Knowledge of CWC policies, procedures and practices.

Level of Supervision

* This position operates with limited supervision under the guidance of the Program Manager for CWC GEAR UP WY.

Working Environment

* Reasonable accommodation will be extended to qualified individuals with a legally recognized disability.

Equipment Used

* Computer, Copier and Calculator

Physical Requirements

* Office/school/home settings with light work exerting 10-20 pounds of force occasionally when transporting supplies for grant activities.

Environmental Conditions

* Work is primarily performed in a school/classroom setting under limited supervision. Travel in local service area. Evening and weekend work may be required on occasion.

CWC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.  

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