Academic Coach Rover

Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe; Little Boston (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Gamble-S is seeking an Academic Coach Rover to provide academic coaching to S’Klallam students in grades K-12 across multiple schools. You will cross-train in all duties to cover absences or periods of high need and help maintain the academic, social, and cultural climate for S’Klallam students.

Collaborate with district staff to support student success. The role requires building rapport with students, scheduling individual or small group sessions, and maintaining confidentiality of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate's degree required or able to obtain in 2 years.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid Washington State driver's license required.
• First aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to pass a state background check.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with courtesy and respect.
• Strong math, science, English, and social studies skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic coaching to students in grades K-12 across multiple school sites.
• Cross-train to cover absences, vacancies, or periods of high need.
• Support the academic, social, and cultural climate for S’Klallam students.
• Identify, monitor, and report student performance, attendance, and behavior.
• Schedule individual or small group instruction.
• Attend meetings and participate in required committees and parent conferences.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree or the ability to obtain one in 2 years

Bachelor’s degree preferred

First aid/CPR Certification within 30 days of hire

Valid Washington State driver’s license

Ability to pass state background check

Excellent communication and rapport with students

Strong Math, Science, English, and Social Studies skills

Job description

The Academic Coach Rover, under the direction of the High School Teacher/Academic Coach Supervisor, is responsible for identifying students’ talents and areas for improvement and helping them develop skills to advance academically toward their future endeavors. This position serves as a rover, providing academic coaching support to S’Klallam students in grades K-12 across multiple schools and grade levels as assigned. This position is cross-trained in all Academic Coach duties in order to provide coverage during absences, vacancies, or periods of high need. Within the schools, help support and maintain the academic, social, and cultural climate for S’Klallam students. The Academic Coach Rover is responsible for becoming a strong team member to ensure continuity of the program. The Academic Coach Rover works collaboratively with school district staff, the Career and Education Academic Coach Supervisor/Teacher, and the Education Director.Duties Include:Connecting students with other resources, as needed.Serve as a rover, providing academic coaching services to students in grades K-12 at multiple school sites, as assigned by the Career and Education Program Manager.Cross-train in all Academic Coach duties, grade levels, and school sites, and provide coverage for other Academic Coaches during absences, vacancies, or periods of high need.Assist with the delivery of instructional and non-instructional services for S’Klallam students.Demonstrate excellent ability to build rapport with students, as well as the ability to work in teams or independently as needed.Promote and coordinate S’Klallam cultural activities.Identify, monitor, and report student performance in the areas of academic achievement, attendance, and behavior, and input into the tribal database.Submit written monthly reports to the Education Program Manager.Schedule S’Klallam students for individual or small group instruction.Ability to offer feedback on progress to students, parents, and teachers when appropriate.Coordinate/Implement awards program.Maintain absolute confidentiality of all information collected, reported on and filed, including student records.Home visits with families/students when needed.Be available for after school tutoring.Attend regular staff meetings.Participate in the NKSD Inter-Tribal Parent Education Committee (ITPEC) meetings and other meetings as requested by the Career and Education Program Manager or Education Director.Support the link between S’Klallam Families, NKSD staff and administration, and S’Klallam Tribal representatives and services.Assist with Parent/Teacher Conferences, Attend 504/IEP Meetings (when requested); Attend MTSS meetings at assigned schoolLead group classes during Summer SchoolWork effectively under pressureBe dependable, including good habits in attendance and punctuality.Be flexible and to adapt to changes in plans or activities on short notice.Reporting is mandatory for tribal employees andcontractors with the tribe who perform services to the community in theareas of education, health and human services, law enforcement andmembers of the clergy.Qualifications:Education/Experience: High School Diploma Required. Associate's degree required or the ability to obtain one in 2 years required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.Licensing/Certification: Must have a valid Washington State driver's license.Knowledge of childhood academic, social, and physical developmentFirst aid/CPR Certification within 30 days of hire.Must be able to pass a state background check upon hire.Ability to maintain confidentiality; a breach of confidentiality is grounds for immediate dismissal.Communicate clearly and concisely, with courtesy and respect.Ability to establish positive relationships with and instruct school-aged youth.Strong Math, Science, English, and Social Studies skills.Ability to organize and coordinate activities with the assistance of the classroom teacher.Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills and work habits.Ability to take initiative and assist as needed.Travel Requirements:Local, statewide, and out-of-state travel may be required.Physical Requirements:Regularly required to handle objects and reach with hands and arms.Frequently required to walk, sit, and standOccasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 poundsNormal audio and visual acuity