Description
Academic Coaching incorporates a targeted executive functioning program offered by Innovative Scholars, in conjunction with Chicago Public Schools’ management of Title I academic programs. Academic Coaches are responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive and coherent executive functioning learning program that provides Title 1 students with a toolbox of effective and appropriate learning strategies and skills that can be applied in a variety of learning environments and ultimately help support their executive brain functions in their classroom, at home, and in any jobs they may eventually hold for students grades K-12.
Academic Coaches, working in one-to-one learning sessions, are expected to create an environment of safety, respect, and strong rapport for their students. They are expected to develop a positive and friendly classroom culture in their instruction spaces within the schools where they work. Academic Coaches should develop and nurture effective communication with school administrators, Intervention Specialists, classroom teachers, and parents.
Academic Coaches will also be expected to administer appropriate academic diagnostic and formative assessments to students, and collect and record the performance data associated with these assessments. Additionally, Academic Coaches analyze the data they collect and use this information to set appropriate student learning goals and guide lesson planning and instructional delivery.
The scope and responsibilities of the Academic Coach‘s curriculum and instruction are focused on executive functioning development, and do not include social emotional therapy, nor to replace school counseling.
Responsibilities:
As an Academic Coach, you will be assigned to one or more of the schools we serve, where you will provide instruction in executive functioning, using an on-site 1:1 instructional model to support students ranging from K-12th grade, with the potential of small group sessions of up to 3 students per instructional group. Your responsibilities include:
- Assisting students in developing learning strategies and skills to support their executive brain functions, including:
- Breaking down large assignments into manageable pieces
- Tracking daily homework and planning ahead
- Prioritizing tasks
- Supporting homework and long-term assignment planning
- Chunking information for better understanding
- Preparing for exams
- Setting specific & achievable goals
- Shifting between tasks and assignments
- Extracting information from texts
- Organizing thoughts for clear communication in writing
In conjunction with teaching these strategies, you will be responsible for:
- Creating a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment
- Providing academic coaching in accordance with district and program guidelines
- Gathering referrals and parent notification forms
- Participating in the development and approval of 1:1 coaching session schedules
- Obtaining approval for group sessions
- Meeting regularly with Intervention Specialists to prioritize student services
- Contributing to a positive school culture through effective communication with administrators, teachers, and parents
- Administering and completing BOY and EOY assessments
- Developing SMART goals for each student serviced
- Monitoring student progress and using data to inform instruction
- Communicating regularly with classroom teachers to support student progress
- Strategizing with Program Managers on form acquisition & scheduling
- Creating and delivering individualized learning experiences
- Organizing and setting up classroom areas for instruction
- Completing weekly case notes and monthly progress notes
- Participating in or leading parent workshops on executive functioning strategies
- Completing administrative responsibilities, including:
- Weekly case notes
- Progress notes, as required by the school
- Monthly collaboration
- Quarterly progress reports
- Quarterly School Data Meetings with Specialized Service Team
- Administering and completing Title I compliance requirements and surveys
- Student/guardian contact updates
- Utilizing the Google platform (Gmail, Google Drive, etc.) to complete daily and weekly tasks.
- Attend and participate in all mandatory staff meetings and relevant content area training sessions in person and via Google Meets.
- Implementing feedback and action plans from your Coach, Lead, or Manager
- Completing a background check and any necessary training, the Archdiocese requires to work with children in a Catholic school.
Qualifications
- Academic Coaches should have a minimum of 1 year of experience teaching executive functioning skills to K–12th grade students (Required)
- Coaches should demonstrate an understanding of executive functioning, as well as experience in assessing executive functioning needs, analyzing various student data, setting student goals, planning lessons, and delivering small group instruction. (Required)
- Academic Coaches must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following fields of study: education, psychology, counseling or social work. (Required)
- Hold, or are currently working on the completion of, a certificate in Executive Functioning from an accredited program. (Preferred)
- Licensed in one of the following: (Preferred)
- Professional Educators License (PEL) with endorsements in school counseling
- Certified teacher with Special Education endorsements
- Certified teacher with certified training in Executive Functioning
- School Psychologist
- Educational Psychologist
- Educational Therapist
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Licensed & Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
- Licensed & Certified Speech & Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 15 per week
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to pass a background check?
- Do you have a reliable form of transportation?
- What kind of license, certification, or degree that you hold related to academic coaching or executive functioning coaching?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, what is your comfort level with technical skills (10 BEING VERY COMFORTABLE and open to learning new skills)?
- On a scale of 1 to 10 (1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest), rate your organizational and time management skills
Ability to Relocate:
- Pilsen, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road