Academic Coach

Galin Education; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Galin Education in Madison, WI is seeking an Academic Coach to work one-on-one with middle school, high school, and college students. You will help them develop executive function and study skills, including planning, time management, organization, note-taking, reading, and test preparation.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree (master’s or graduate student preferred) and have experience working with grades 6–12 and college students, especially those with learning challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or current graduate student preferred.
• Experience with students in grades 6–12 and college.
• Interest or pursuit of psychology, social work, counseling, or related fields.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents in person, by phone, and by email.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one academic coaching to middle school to college students.
• Teach executive function skills: planning, time management, organization.
• Help students with note-taking, reading, and studying strategies.
• Build strong relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Coaching/mentoring

Flexibility & adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s or graduate student preferred

Experience with students in grades 6-12 and college

Pursuing psychology, social work, counseling, or related fields

Job description

Academic Coach Job Posting

At Galin, our Academic Coaches work one-on-one with middle school, high school, and college students to help them become successful in school and life. Our coaches provide students with the executive function and academic skills to be successful now and in the future. When working with students, coaches will teach methods to plan and manage their time, prioritize, become more organized, and process information through note-taking, studying, and reading. Our coaches must be able to create strong relationships with students, increase their confidence, and help them overcome challenges.

Prerequisites:

• 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