Academic Support Coach

About the role

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning and innovative educational practices. We empower young adults to earn their high school diploma tuition-free. Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.

As an Academic Support Coach, you will support the academic and personal success of our Graduation Candidates (GCs) through data-driven planning, targeted intervention, and collaborative leadership. Your expertise will support instructional improvements, guide student support strategies, and drive the successful implementation of our Continuous Improvement Plan. This position is temporary, full-time and grant-funded; employment is contingent on the yearly categorical allocation from grant funds.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Improvement Planning
  • Assist the Academy Director with development and implementation of the SDE Continuous Improvement Plan
  • Analyze student performance data and track improvement strategies
  • Prepare and maintain documentation required for plan submissions
  • Coordinate stakeholder engagement in improvement efforts
• Assessment & Data Management
  • Coordinate assessments and process results for planning and intervention
  • Facilitate MTSS-aligned data meetings with instructional staff
  • Monitor academic performance and assessment completion among GCs
• Academic Support & Intervention
  • Implement and track supplemental academic programs
  • Collaborate on Tier II interventions for at-risk students
  • Remove learning barriers and support strategies for individual student growth
• Graduation Candidate Support
  • Monitor progress toward graduation for all GCs
  • Develop individualized academic and graduation plans
  • Provide regular updates on student status and outcomes
• Scheduling & Program Coordination
  • Support counselor in master schedule development
  • Coordinate systematic and student-centered scheduling
  • Manage preparation for End-of-Course (EOC) testing
• College & Career Readiness
  • Align student progress to the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate
  • Support preparation for post-secondary pathways
  • Provide guidance in college and career readiness initiatives
• Professional Development & Staff Support
  • Support capacity-building efforts and mentoring
  • Participate in ADEPT evaluations and model best practices
  • Contribute to staff learning aligned to GC success
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Support teacher, staff, and family engagement
  • Maintain effective communication across all levels of the academy
  • Assist in school-wide initiatives and improvement collaboration

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
• Valid Secondary South Carolina Educator Credential
• Minimum 5 years of experience in teaching or educational leadership
• Experience with academic coaching, intervention strategies, and student success planning
• A genuine commitment to supporting students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and a drive to help them succeed
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, LMS, SIS, and mobile technology

Preferred Certifications

• SC 4.0 Certified Education Evaluator
• SC 4.0 Certified Evaluator (School Guidance Counselors)
• SC Read-to-Succeed Endorsement (K-12)

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: up to $40 an hour
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources
• Employee Referral Incentives
• Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs
• Bonus Opportunities: Performance-based bonuses

Pay

Competitive compensation up to $40 per hour. This position is full-time and grant-funded; employment is contingent on the yearly categorical allocation from grant funds.

Work Environment

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting; may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events
• Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage