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PACE/YOUTHBUILD NEW BEDFORD
181 Hillman Street, New Bedford Massachusetts, 02740 • youthbuildnewbedford@yahoo.com 508.984.3558
PACE/YouthBuild New Bedford is seeking six Academic Coaches, to conduct the Academic Component of the YouthBuild Program. Applicants should be skilled in math, English/writing, and science. One position will additionally call for a background in counseling. These positions are funded by the AmeriCorps Half-time Program and follow the qualifications, terms of service and educational award guidelines.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Academic Coach
STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Academic Coaches provide classroom management and lead the students to proficiency in all aspects of the rigorous Inquiry Based, Independent Learning model of instruction.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Academic Coaches are led by the Academic Specialist.
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:
• Work closely with Academic Specialist to facilitate high quality learning and student engagement
• Participate in the development of the student’s Individual Education Plan
• Orient students to the classroom environment and rigorous expectations of program
• Lead students in Inquiry Based, Independent Learning activities.
• Teach reading, writing, math and science skills
• Assist students in completing assignments to prepare for the GED test.
• Work with students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Provide individual and group tutoring
• Use Instructional Technology to support teaching and learning
• Develop systems to monitor student progress
• Maintain student portfolios and complete anecdotal records of student progress
• Attend weekly student needs meetings with staff.
• Liaison with local, agencies to maximize opportunities for students
• In coordination with project staff, assist in staff development programs and student activities
• Connect students to appropriate community services.
• Encourage students to attend and participate in community service activities
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preference will be given to applicants with: the desire and passion to work with young learners age 16- 24 who have left school, have earned at least an Associate Degree or are progressing toward a degree in a related field, experience with academic tutoring/teaching with diverse populations, understanding of youth development theories, and experience in addressing learning challenges of students formerly from traditional classrooms.
Additional qualifications include: demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of academic support systems, familiarity with GED curriculum and basic skill instruction, understanding and skill with mentoring diverse students, experience working in a collaborative educational environment, strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Strong background and experience selecting and using technology as a tracking and research tool. YouthBuild is actively seeking bilingual candidates for these positions.
POSITION STATUS: This is a 45 week, position
SALARY: $10.00/hr – 25 hrs per week, for 45 weeks
TO APPLY: Submit a resume and cover letter via email to jan.baptist14@gmail.com or post to Jan Baptist, YouthBuild New Bedford, 181 Hillman Street, New Bedford, MA 02740. Applications accepted until all positions are filled.
PACE/YouthBuild New Bedford is an equal opportunity employer and therefore will not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability
THIS IS NOT AN INTERNSHIP
