Academic Coach - Milwaukee, WI

About the role

Our Academic Coaches work one-on-one with middle school, high school, and college students to help them become successful in school and life. They provide students with executive function and academic skills to be successful now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Teach students methods to plan and manage their time, prioritize, become more organized, and process information through note-taking, studying, and reading.
• Create strong relationships with students and their parents.
• Increase students' confidence and help them overcome challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s or Graduate school student preferred
• Experience working with students in grades 6-12 and college, preferably students with ADHD, anxiety, or other learning struggles
• Candidates who are currently or working towards becoming Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Special Education teachers, or general education teachers are preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in-person, via phone, and email with parents of students
• Availability to work at least 5 hours per week.
• Flexibility in evenings and/or weekends
• Commitment of at least 12 months

Characteristics

• Personable, and able to connect with students and their parents
• Flexible and easy-going
• Responsive and prompt
• Have a passion for teaching others
• Willing to learn and be coached