Academic Coach - Madison, WI

galineducation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Galin is seeking an Academic Coach to work one-on-one with middle school, high school, and college students. You will help students develop executive function and academic skills, teaching time management, organization, note-taking, and study strategies.

You will build strong relationships with students and parents to boost confidence and address challenges. The role requires clear communication with families, a minimum of 5 hours weekly, and a commitment of at least 12 months.

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in-person, by phone, and email with parents.
• Availability to work at least 5 hours per week.
• Commitment of at least 12 months.

Skills

Communication with parents

Relationship building

Time management

Coaching / mentoring

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Graduate degree/grad student preferred

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