Academic Support Coach

Acceleration Academies; Las Vegas (NV); Vor Ort; USD 59.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Insurance coverage

Flexible PTO

Wellness programs

Referral incentives

Professional development

Bonuses

Zusammenfassung

Acceleration Academies seeks an Academic Support Coach to advance Graduation Candidates through data-driven planning, targeted intervention, and collaborative leadership. This temporary, grant-funded role supports continuous improvement and successful program implementation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or higher with a Nevada Secondary Educator Credential and at least five years in teaching or educational leadership.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required or preferred.
• Nevada Secondary Educator Credential required.
• At least 5 years of teaching or educational leadership experience.
• Experience with academic coaching, intervention strategies, and student success planning.

Aufgaben

• Assist with development and implementation of the SDE Continuous Improvement Plan.
• Analyze student performance data and track improvement strategies.
• Prepare and maintain documentation required for plan submissions.
• Coordinate assessments and process results for planning and intervention.
• Monitor academic performance and assessment completion among Graduation Candidates.
• Implement and track supplemental academic programs; support Tier II interventions.
• Monitor progress toward graduation and develop individualized plans.
• Coordinate scheduling; prepare for End-of-Course testing and post-secondary planning.
• Support staff development and sponsor stakeholder engagement.

Kenntnisse

Academic coaching

Intervention strategies

Student success planning

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Nevada Secondary Educator Credential

Tools

Google Workspace

LMS

SIS

Mobile technology

Jobbeschreibung

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning and innovative educational practices, we empower young adults to earn their high school diploma tuition-free. Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.

The Role

As an Academic Support Coach, you will support the academic and personal success of our Graduation Candidates (GCs) through data-driven planning, targeted intervention, and collaborative leadership. Your expertise will support instructional improvements, guide student support strategies, and drive the successful implementation of our Continuous Improvement Plan.

This position is temporary, full-time and grant-funded. Employment is contingent on the yearly categorical allocation from grant funds.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Academy Director with development and implementation of the SDE Continuous Improvement Plan
• Analyze student performance data and track improvement strategies
• Prepare and maintain documentation required for plan submissions

Assessment & Data Management

• Coordinate assessments and process results for planning and intervention
• Monitor academic performance and assessment completion among GCs

Academic Support & Intervention

• Implement and track supplemental academic programs
• Collaborate on Tier II interventions for at-risk students
• Remove learning barriers and support strategies for individual student growth

Graduation Candidate Support

• Monitor progress toward graduation for all GCs
• Develop individualized academic and graduation plans

  Scheduling & Program Coordination

  • Coordinate systematic and student-centered scheduling
  • Manage preparation for End-of-Course (EOC) testing
  • Support preparation for post-secondary pathways
  • Provide guidance in college and career readiness initiatives

  Professional Development & Staff Support

  • Support capacity-building efforts and mentoring
  • Contribute to staff learning aligned to GC success

  Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Support teacher, staff, and family engagement
  • Maintain effective communication across all levels of the academy
  • Assist in school-wide initiatives and improvement collaboration

  What We’re Looking For

  Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

  Licensure: Valid Secondary Nevada Educator Credential (required)

  Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in teaching or educational leadership

  Skills: Experience with academic coaching, intervention strategies, and student success planning

  Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and a drive to help them succeed.

  Technology: Proficiency in Google Workspace, LMS, SIS, and mobile technology

  Why Join Us?

  Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.

  We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation: up to $65,000
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future.
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
  • Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable PTO.
  • Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources.
  • Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team.
  • Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth.
  • Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.

  Physical & Work Environment

  • Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
  • Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
  • Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events
  • Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage

  Ready to Make a Difference?

  If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and shaping the future of education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining what’s possible for students everywhere.

  Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies

  Agencies presenting candidates must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement and be formally engaged by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Resumes submitted outside these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies.

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  All roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these requirements. Essential duties typically include:

  • Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours
  • On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)
  • Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations
  • Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace

  If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the role, Acceleration Academies will engage in an interactive process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please note that accommodations cannot remove essential job functions or fundamentally alter the nature of the role.