Academic Coach - Milwaukee, WI

Galin Education; Mequon (WI); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Galin Education is seeking Academic Coaches to assist middle school, high school, and college students. Coaches will help students develop essential executive function and academic skills through tailored support.

The role requires effective communication and relational skills to connect with students and families. Candidates ideally have a Bachelor’s degree and experience with high school or college students, especially those with learning challenges. A commitment of at least 12 months is necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in grades 6-12 and college.
• Preferred experience with students having ADHD or learning struggles.
• Availability for at least 5 hours per week and flexibility in evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students to develop academic skills.
• Teach time management, organization, and effective studying methods.
• Build rapport with students to enhance their confidence.

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship building

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

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