Best Foot Forward is a nonprofit agency that is 100% dedicated to the academic success of at-risk and foster children in Palm Beach County.
We are looking for a Academic Coach to provide one-on-one support with a focus on reading, writing, comprehension and general learning skills for our students on kindergarten through 7th grade.
This is a part-time hourly position, 24-28 hour per week seeing students during the school day,Monday through Friday, between 8:00AM and 4:00PM, and requires traveling to various schools in Palm Beach County. Applicant must have a teaching background.
Best Foot Forward is a growing agency with an exceptional work environment, providing a variety of benefits. This is an hourly position, amount commensurate with experience.
Job Responsibilities
Meet with students on a weekly basis at the student's school, during the school day, to provide one-on-one instruction/ intervention services with a focus on reading
Collaborate with classroom teachers
Utilize various teaching techniques to match a student's learning style
Assess students using a variety of measures to determine specific instructional needs
Participate in student meetings as necessary
Handle emotional issues with sensitivity
Maintain confidentiality of students' personal information
Skills & Qualifications
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
Be patient and flexible with students
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
Work confidentially with discretion
Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Be able to work independently as well as part of a team
Have reliable transportation to travel to various schools
Must have bachelor's degree and classroom teaching experience
If you are excited about the opportunity to join our dynamic team, please submit your resume, along with your salary requirements, to dellman@bestfoot.org.
We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how your skills and experience align with our agency's goals!
Salary: $20 - $24 per hour
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