ADHD & Executive Functioning Coach

Groves Learning Organization; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 63,369; Part time

Job summary

Groves Academy is seeking a part-time ADHD & EF Coach to provide evaluation and coaching for students in grades 1–12 with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. You will develop goals, plan tailored lessons, and monitor progress to support academic, social, and emotional growth.

The role requires firsthand experience with intake, data collection, and collaboration with families and external providers. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years working with school-aged children with ADHD/executive functioning challenges as an educator, learning specialist, therapist, counselor, coach, speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, etc.
• One-on-one or small-group instruction experience is a plus
• ADHD or life coaching certification (in progress or completed) preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one ADHD/EF Coaching using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct intake interviews and initial assessments and meet with families to review results and recommendations.
• Differentiate instruction based on students’ individual needs.
• Communicate openly and frequently with students’ parents/guardians regarding student progress, scheduling, academic and/or social/emotional concerns.
• Provide recommendations for continued coaching and/or discharge from services based on progress to students’ parents/guardians
• When provided with written permission from students’ parents/guardians, communicate about student progress and/or collaborate with the students’ outside providers (teachers, SPED team, therapist, etc)
• Check GLO email daily and respond in a timely manner to all communication from internal staff (manager, operations, etc)
• Schedule all sessions in Salesforce prior to the first session date of the coaching package.
• Check-in all sessions in Salesforce on the day they occurred.
• Log all time worked in Paycor each day.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings, including all required safety and professional development trainings.
• Continue to develop professional knowledge of ADHD Coaching, learning disabilities, communication disorders other areas of diagnoses relative to clients who exhibit challenges with attention and executive functioning through attendance at conferences, workshops, in-service meetings, and reading professional journals.

Skills

Coaching

Differentiated instruction

Communication with parents

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

2+ years with ADHD/EF students

ADHD/EF coaching certification (in progress)

Tools

Salesforce

Paycor

Job description

Reporting To: ADHD & Executive Functioning Coach Manager

Employment Status: Part-time, Year-Round

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Pay: $40.00/hour

Summary Of Core Responsibilities & Org Relationships:

The ADHD & EF Coach at Groves Academy is responsible for evaluation and coaching for students grades 1-12 (sometimes college students) with ADHD and executive functioning challenges. Develop and implement appropriate goals and objectives that meet the needs of each individual. Job requirements include consistently acting in a kind and respectful manner that positively impacts the communicative, academic, social and emotional success of every person that you are working with.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Service Delivery
  • Provide one-on-one ADHD/EF Coaching using evidence-based practices
  • Conduct intake interviews and initial assessments and meet with families to review results and recommendations
  • Differentiate instruction based on students’ individual needs
• Communication
  • Communicate openly and frequently with students’ parents/guardians regarding student progress, scheduling, academic and/or social/emotional concerns.
  • Provide recommendations for continued coaching and/or discharge from services based on progress to students’ parents/guardians
  • When provided with written permission from students’ parents/guardians, communicate about student progress and/or collaborate with the students’ outside providers (teachers, SPED team, therapist, etc)
  • Check GLO email daily and respond in a timely manner to all communication from internal staff (manager, operations, etc.)
• Lesson Planning & Paperwork
  • Prepare initial assessments for all new students.
  • Plan lessons that are tailored to student’s specific needs.
  • Print, copy, and prep any lesson plan materials before a student arrives.
  • Take data and keep notes during sessions in order to modify and prepare plans for the next session as well as monitor student progress.
  • Continuously monitor progress
  • Keep lesson plans and materials organized and easily accessible.
  • Provide multimodal instruction whenever possible taking into consideration individual strengths and weaknesses to allow every person the opportunity to reach his or her full potential.
• Administrative duties
  • Schedule all sessions in Salesforce prior to the first session date of the coaching package.
  • Check-in all sessions in Salesforce on the day they occurred.
  • Log all time worked in Paycor each day.
• Trainings and Meetings
  • Attend all required meetings and trainings, including all required safety and professional development trainings.
  • Continue to develop professional knowledge of ADHD Coaching, learning disabilities, communication disorders other areas of diagnoses relative to clients who exhibit challenges with attention and executive functioning through attendance at conferences, workshops, in-service meetings, and reading professional journals.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Communicate with faculty, staff, leadership, administration, community members, and students in person, by phone, e-mail and in writing. Respond to all inquiries within one to two business days.
• Complete professional projects and complete various professional tasks as requested by the ADHD/Executive Functioning Coaching Manager or Director of Learning Center Individualized Programs.

Job Specifications:

Education, Experience, and Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years experience working with school-aged children with ADHD/executive functioning challenges as an educator, learning specialist, therapist, counselor, coach, speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, etc.
• One-on-one or small-group instruction experience is a plus
• ADHD or life coaching certification (in progress or completed) preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Continue personal and professional development
• Embrace the organization's mission, vision, and core values
• Work as an effective and proactive team-player; understand the importance of supporting the organization, students, parents and other employees
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a variety of people and personalities inside and outside the organization. Able to effectively handle interactions at all levels and to respond appropriately in sensitive situations.
• Able to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work in a fast-paced environment. Able to work unsupervised, make high-level decisions independently, and solve problems effectively and creatively.
• Able to display high levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internally and externally to the organization, as applicable
• Understand and maintain confidential nature of student, organization and employee information
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, and modeling inclusive behaviors
• Show professional knowledge, proficiency, and initiative in achieving goals and meeting standards

Core Values in Practice

As a staff member at GLO, you are entrusted to bring these values to life through your daily work:

Authenticity: Engage honestly and transparently in all interactions, building trust with students, families, and teammates. Communicate openly about successes, challenges, and needs, fostering an environment where everyone can grow and contribute.

Collaboration: Actively partner with colleagues across programs and divisions to elevate student outcomes and organizational impact. Share insights, celebrate wins, and support each other with mutual respect and shared purpose.

Compassion: Embrace the diversity of our community which includes learners, learners’ families, staff, and faculty by recognizing and valuing individual strengths, experiences, and perspectives. Approach others with empathy, patience, and a commitment to creating belonging for all.

Discovery: Seek continuous improvement through curiosity, reflection, and learning. Innovate within your role and contribute to the evolution of practices that enhance the educational experience for students and colleagues alike.

Tenacity: Demonstrate resilience and boldness when facing challenges, advocating for students and systemic improvements. Persist with purpose, even when the work is difficult, always driving toward solutions rooted in research and compassion.

We expect every team member to model these values by fostering a culture that is inclusive, supportive, and courageous. Staff are encouraged to take initiative, contribute to collaborative problem-solving, and hold each other accountable to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and care. When we embody GLO’s values together, we create the kind of community where everyone can thrive.

Physical Requirements Necessary to Perform This Job

• Hear, speak, and effectively communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organization
• Sit or stand at a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer and in meetings
• Apply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding and office equipment use, and review detailed reports and information
• Move around the school and office or classroom area repeatedly or prolonged times throughout the day.
• Work a flexible schedule, including attending and presenting at events and meetings that occur outside of typical work hours as required/scheduled

Tools and Equipment Used

• Must be able to use computers, telephones, photocopiers, and related office equipment
• Must be able to lift/move up to 10-35 pounds occasionally depending on your position

Work Environment

• The work environment is indoors

This job description does not necessarily list all the functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks. Management reserves the right to revise and update job descriptions at any time.