Academic Support Specialist

️Make an Impact Every Day Academic Support Specialist Abraxas Youth and Family Services - Woodridge Interventions 2221 64th Street, Woodridge, IL 60517 Full-Time $20.00/hour Daily Pay Available Looking for More Than Just a Job? At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck.

We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided. About Abraxas Youth and Family Services For more than 30 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives. Why Join Our Team? Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Competitive Compensation
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training Career Growth & Development
• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines ️ Meaningful Work That Matters
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization What You’ll Do As an Academic Support Specialist, you will:
Provide a full range of educational, recreational and therapeutic services directed toward the education and well-being of students Substitute teaching as needed for other classroom-based academic classes such as Science, Mathematics, English, and Social Sciences Participate and supervise students throughout their daily activities Provide leadership and serve as a role-model for students in their academic activities Provide safety and care to our students throughout the school day Report significant changes in behavior, attitude or physical condition to supervisors and social workers Interact with educational and therapeutic staff to ensure overall goals are accomplished Participate in staff meetings regarding students and daily events Provide individualized one-on-one academic assistance in a variety of subjects for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) in order to achieve a level of performance and comprehension that is in line with IEP goals and expectations Assist in planning, organizing and facilitating in-school activities/events as well a off-campus field trips Work alongside the social workers on the transition team to encourage and facilitate involvement in outside educational, transitional, and work-based programs Provide supervision and transportation to/from other various activities, organized sports, and after school programs that our students participate in Serve as the instructor for online learning classes of multiple subjects such as Consumer Education, History, Algebra, Geometry, Cosmetology, Theatre, English, etc.

This also entails:
Taking attendance Keeping track of and reporting student grades Providing further instruction and/or assistance with unfamiliar topics Monitoring the progress and activity of each individual student Who We’re Looking For You may be a great fit if you are:
Compassionate Dependable Patient Team-Oriented Service-Focused Professional Positive Committed to Helping Others Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year…